Patents by Inventor Paul Wolfe

Paul Wolfe 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).

  • Publication number: 20040079841
    Abstract: The present invention provides a model train operating, sound and control system that provides a user with increased operating realism. Disclosed is a novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains. This feature is accomplished by using a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. Another novel feature disclosed is a speed control circuit located inside the model train that is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2003
    Publication date: April 29, 2004
    Applicant: MIKE'S TRAIN HOUSE, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki
  • Patent number: 6655640
    Abstract: A model train operating, sound and control system that provides a user with increased operating realism. A novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains. This feature is accomplished by using a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals in the form of data bit sequences (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. A speed control circuit located inside the model train that is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit, as well as a novel smoke unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2003
    Assignee: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki
  • Patent number: 6619594
    Abstract: A model train operating, sound and control system that provides a user with increased operating realism. A novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains. This feature is accomplished by using a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals in the form of data bit sequences (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. A speed control circuit located inside the model train that is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit, as well as a novel smoke unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2003
    Assignee: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki, Scott B. Long
  • Patent number: 6604641
    Abstract: An electrically operated coupler includes a knuckle movable between an open position and a closed position, a plunger mechanically couplable to the knuckle, and a solenoid having a central hollow portion for receiving at least a portion of the plunger, at least a portion of the solenoid includes ferromagnetic material adapted to define at least a portion of a magnetic circuit for driving the plunger. The movable plunger includes a cap configured to engage the knuckle at a locking position of the plunger for locking the knuckle in the closed position. The solenoid drives the movable plunger toward or away from the locking position and a guide member guides the cap toward and away from the locking position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2003
    Assignee: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Scott B. Long
  • Publication number: 20030019979
    Abstract: The present invention provides a model train operating, sound and control system that provides a user with increased operating realism. Disclosed is a novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains. This feature is accomplished by using a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. Another novel feature disclosed is a speed control circuit located inside the model train that is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2002
    Publication date: January 30, 2003
    Applicant: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki, Scott B. Long
  • Publication number: 20030015626
    Abstract: The present invention provides a model train operating, sound and control system that provides a user with increased operating realism. Disclosed is a novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains. This feature is accomplished by using a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. Another novel feature disclosed is a speed control circuit located inside the model train that is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2002
    Publication date: January 23, 2003
    Applicant: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki, Scott B. Long
  • Publication number: 20030006346
    Abstract: The present invention provides a model train operating, sound and control system that provides a user with increased operating realism. Disclosed is a novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains. This feature is accomplished by using a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. Another novel feature disclosed is a speed control circuit located inside the model train that is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2002
    Publication date: January 9, 2003
    Applicant: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki, Scott B. Long
  • Publication number: 20030001051
    Abstract: The present invention provides a model train operating, sound and control system that provides a user with increased operating realism. Disclosed is a novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains. This feature is accomplished by using a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. Another novel feature disclosed is a speed control circuit located inside the model train that is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2002
    Publication date: January 2, 2003
    Applicant: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki, Scott B. Long
  • Publication number: 20020150747
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a composite of materials having at least one large loop of continuous reinforcement within a vinyl ester resin. The composite further has spanner structures formed by using either chopped or woven mat fibers to span areas not incorporating the loops of large continuous fiber reinforcement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2002
    Publication date: October 17, 2002
    Inventors: Scott A. Wellman, Paul Wolfe
  • Patent number: 6457681
    Abstract: A model train operating, sound and control system provides a user with increased operating realism. A novel remote control communication capability between the user and the model trains includes a handheld remote control on which various commands may be entered, and a Track Interface Unit that retrieves and processes the commands. The Track Interface Unit converts the commands to modulated signals (preferably spread spectrum signals) which are sent down the track rails. The model train picks up the modulated signals, retrieves the entered command, and executes it through use of a processor and associated control and driver circuitry. A speed control circuit located inside the model train is capable of continuously monitoring the operating speed of the train and making adjustments to a motor drive circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2002
    Assignee: Mike's Train House, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Paul Wolf, David L. Krebiehl, Forrest S. Seitz, Stanley K. Sasaki, Scott B. Long
  • Patent number: PP10781
    Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Heather plant named `Anette`, characterized by its bright pink flower buds that maintain color throughout the winter; light green leaf color without reddish tones; and freely and strong basal branching habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 1997
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1999
    Assignee: Kurt Kramer
    Inventors: Paul Wolf, Werner Wolf