Patents by Inventor Larry Nicholas

Larry Nicholas has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 9070280
    Abstract: A system and method for automatically pairing wireless remotes to the control components of automated furniture items is provided. In embodiments, a pairing mode selection indication is received, indicating a universal mode selection or a normal mode selection. In universal mode, the control component and the remote device are automatically paired based on commands received from the remote device. In normal mode, the control component and the remote component are automatically paired upon confirmation that the unique ID of the remote device corresponds to an ID database. Having paired the control component with the remote device, the control component may execute commands received from at least one remote device. In embodiments, the pairing method includes applying priority rules for particular remote devices. Further, the automatic pairing of remote devices may include varying levels of authorization for different users.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2015
    Assignee: L&P PROPERTY MANGEMENT COMPANY
    Inventors: Chad Baker, Ryan Edward Chacon, Dave Jones, David M. Linhoff, Larry Nicholas Nibert, William Rohr
  • Publication number: 20140203920
    Abstract: A system and method for automatically pairing wireless remotes to the control components of automated furniture items is provided. In embodiments, a pairing mode selection indication is received, indicating a universal mode selection or a normal mode selection. In universal mode, the control component and the remote device are automatically paired based on commands received from the remote device. In normal mode, the control component and the remote component are automatically paired upon confirmation that the unique ID of the remote device corresponds to an ID database. Having paired the control component with the remote device, the control component may execute commands received from at least one remote device. In embodiments, the pairing method includes applying priority rules for particular remote devices. Further, the automatic pairing of remote devices may include varying levels of authorization for different users.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2013
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Applicant: L & P PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY
    Inventors: CHAD BAKER, RYAN EDWARD CHACON, DAVE JONES, DAVID M. LINHOFF, LARRY NICHOLAS NIBERT, WILLIAM ROHR
  • Publication number: 20060097481
    Abstract: A trailer hitch alignment device including a first swivel joint adapted to be secured to a trailer and a height adjustment bar having a first end and a second opposite end wherein the first end is mounted to the first swivel joint and a second swivel joint mounted on the second opposite end of the height adjustment bar. The height adjustment bar supports a switching unit connected to the second swivel joint. The switching unit includes a switch connected between and extending vertically above the switching unit and an adjustable length activation rod extending horizontally forward from the switching unit which is adapted to contact a towing vehicle to activate the switch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2005
    Publication date: May 11, 2006
    Inventor: Larry Nicholas