Patents by Inventor Michael D. Valerio

Michael D. Valerio 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).

  • Indication system for a machine
    Patent number: 9056582
    Abstract: A visual indication system for a machine is provided. The visual indication system includes an output module configured to be displayed at an external location relative to an internal portion of a cabin of the machine and configured to provide a visual indication viewable. The visual indication system also includes a controller communicably coupled to the output module. The controller is configured to receive a signal indicative of a parking status and an implement status of the machine. Further, the controller is configured to determine a locked state associated with the parking status and the implement status. The controller is configured to transmit the visual indication of the determined locked state to the output module.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2015
    Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Keegan W. Roach, Nathan French, Brad R. Van De Veer, Andrew J. Kieser, Robert L. Powers, Thomas E. Beccue, Michael D. Valerio