Patents by Inventor Mark Scholand

Mark Scholand 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).

  • Electronic lift interface using linear variable differential transducers
    Publication number: 20050207872
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus to provide a pendant or operator interface for controlling a variable velocity cable lift. In particular, the present invention is intended for use with an electrically-actuated cable lift, and simulating the performance of a pneumatic or similar lift mechanism. The invention is directed to the control handle or interface for such a system, which employs a variable displacement transducer as a substitute for a force-sensing handle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2005
    Publication date: September 22, 2005
    Applicant: Gorbel, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Taylor, Mark Scholand
  • Cable slack and guide monitoring apparatus and method for a lift device
    Publication number: 20050179020
    Abstract: The present invention is a method and apparatus for monitoring the condition of a cable in a human power amplifying lift system. The method and apparatus employ a cable slack sensor and a cable end sensor to override and prevent the lift from continuing to unwind the lift cable when slack or and end of travel limit has been reached.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2004
    Publication date: August 18, 2005
    Applicant: Gorbel, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Taylor, Mark Scholand