Patents by Inventor Michael R. McKenna

Michael R. McKenna 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: 5712618
    Abstract: An automatic signaling device for a vehicle which automatically initiates a warning signal to pedestrians and to other vehicles in connection with lane changes and upon turns. The present invention is activated and de-activated automatically providing significant safety advantages for all of those using the roads and highways.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 27, 1998
    Inventor: Michael R. McKenna
  • Patent number: 5125516
    Abstract: This invention relates to a portable hand-held apparatus which orients, retains and consolidates a variable plurality of electronic remote control devices. In the present invention the remotes are attached peripherally in such a manner that the control buttons of the individual remotes are easily accessible and the opposite ends of the attached remotes form a footing for the consolidating apparatus. Additionally, as the consumer increases the number of audio/visual components within the household, each with its own remote control device, the present invention will variably adapt to accommodate such growth in the number of remote control devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 1990
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1992
    Inventor: Michael R. McKenna