Patents by Inventor Robert Czajkowski

Robert Czajkowski 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: 11708020
    Abstract: Lighting unit that can be mounted to a vehicle for illuminating work or emergency areas at night. The lighting unit includes a mechanically controllable driver for selecting a position of a central optical axis of the light emitter and an electronically adjustable refractive element for modulating a beam spread configuration generated by the lighting unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2023
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Duane P. Belitz, Robert A. Czajkowski, Robert J. Hartke, Jeffery M. Loftus, Tim Skertich, Jr., Aaron Sowers, Adam Voss
  • Publication number: 20220227287
    Abstract: Lighting unit that can be mounted to a vehicle for illuminating work or emergency areas at night. The lighting unit includes a mechanically controllable driver for selecting a position of a central optical axis of the light emitter and an electronically adjustable refractive element for modulating a beam spread configuration generated by the lighting unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2022
    Publication date: July 21, 2022
    Inventors: Duane P. Belitz, Robert A. Czajkowski, Robert J. Hartke, Jeffery M. Loftus, Tim Skertich, JR., Aaron Sowers, Adam Voss
  • Patent number: 10883695
    Abstract: Light bars, and lighting systems and vehicles that include light bars. The light bars include a plurality of light emitting modules coupled together at flexible joints to allow a single light bar to be affixed to surfaces of varying curvatures, such as an interior window surface of a vehicle. The size of the light bar is easily customizable due to its modular nature. In some examples, a controller or other electronic element is adapted to detect a number and/or configuration of modules in a given light bar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2021
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Duane P. Belitz, Tim Skertich, Jr., Robert A. Czajkowski, Paul M. Gergets, Jeffery M. Loftus
  • Patent number: 10859235
    Abstract: An example warning device can include: a plurality of light sources forming an array; a plurality of reflectors, with at least one reflector being associated with each of the plurality of lights; at least one lens for each of the plurality of lights; and an optical prism plate that directs light from one or more of the plurality of lights to one of a plurality of far field light spots.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2020
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Vincent S. Fleszewski, Robert A. Czajkowski, Robert R. March, Jr., Allan Mostello
  • Patent number: 10696211
    Abstract: Lighting systems, devices, and units that provide illumination according to a detected orientation relative to a reference plane or a reference vector. In some examples, a light bar for use on a vehicle includes first and second sets of light emitters that are selectively activated and inactive based on a detected orientation of the light bar relative to a reference plane or reference vector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: FEDERAL SIGNAL CORPORATION
    Inventors: Vincent S. Fleszewski, Robert A. Czajkowski
  • Publication number: 20190368680
    Abstract: Light bars, and lighting systems and vehicles that include light bars. The light bars include a plurality of light emitting modules coupled together at flexible joints to allow a single light bar to be affixed to surfaces of varying curvatures, such as an interior window surface of a vehicle. The size of the light bar is easily customizable due to its modular nature. In some examples, a controller or other electronic element is adapted to detect a number and/or configuration of modules in a given light bar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2019
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Inventors: Duane P. Belitz, Tim Skertich, JR., Robert A. Czajkowski, Paul M. Gergets, Jeffery M. Loftus
  • Publication number: 20190329702
    Abstract: Lighting systems, devices, and units that provide illumination according to a detected orientation relative to a reference plane or a reference vector. In some examples, a light bar for use on a vehicle includes first and second sets of light emitters that are selectively activated and inactive based on a detected orientation of the light bar relative to a reference plane or reference vector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2019
    Publication date: October 31, 2019
    Inventors: Vincent S. Fleszewski, Robert A. Czajkowski
  • Publication number: 20170350573
    Abstract: An example warning device can include: a plurality of light sources forming an array; a plurality of reflectors, with at least one reflector being associated with each of the plurality of lights; at least one lens for each of the plurality of lights; and an optical prism plate that directs light from one or more of the plurality of lights to one of a plurality of far field light spots.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2017
    Publication date: December 7, 2017
    Inventors: Vincent S. Fleszewski, Robert A. Czajkowski, Robert R. March, JR., Allan Mostello
  • Patent number: 8636379
    Abstract: A warning light assembly, components therefor and methods of assembly and use are described. The warning light assembly includes a moveable reflector light pod arrangement comprising at least one moveable reflector light pod having a selectively moveable reflector arrangement and a plurality of LED units configured and oriented to direct light against a selectively moveable reflector arrangement. A variety of specific, preferred, features are shown and described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2014
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Charles Meyer, Dennis Hilburger, Myron Pavlacka, Robert Czajkowski, Paul Gergets, Jacek Jozwik
  • Patent number: 8292478
    Abstract: A signaling system for mounting to an exterior surface of an emergency vehicle is provided. The signaling system includes a light bar and a pair of mounting feet. The light bar can include a plurality of signaling devices supported on and distributed along a base member and enclosed by a cover. The light bar can be secured to the mounting feet via a plurality of fasteners. The mounting feet can be connected to the emergency vehicle via roof straps. Each mounting foot can include a base, which can have a support portion, a contoured portion, and a pair of compartments; a pair of seals associated with each compartment; a pair of covers, which can be translucent, removably mounted to the base to enclose the compartments; and a roof strap secured to the base. Each compartment can house a signaling device, such as a lamp assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Joseph F. Bader, Jan C. Mol, Sigmund S. Urbanski, Charles P. Meyer, Robert A. Czajkowski
  • Patent number: 8226265
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a lighting device that includes an array of LEDs arranged on a circuit board with a reflector that rotates relative to the LEDs to reflect the light in various directions. The reflector according to the present disclosure includes a compact construction that allows for effective light reflection. A related lighting system and method is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2012
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Czajkowski, Myron F. Pavlacka, Jecek J. Jozwik, Charles P. Meyer
  • Patent number: 8206005
    Abstract: A light assembly is disclosed which can include an LED array and a reflector. The LED array can include a plurality of LEDs which are disposed such that each LED is substantially aligned to define a focal axis. Each LED can emit light substantially along an optical output axis, with each optical output axis being perpendicular to the focal axis. The optical output axis of the LED array can be disposed in intersecting relationship with the reflector surface. The reflector can be defined by a curve section defined with respect to a principal axis. The principal axis and the output axis of the LED array can be in non-parallel relationship with each other. The optical output axis of the LED array can be substantially perpendicular to the principal axis of the curve section of the reflector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 26, 2012
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Robert A. Czajkowski
  • Publication number: 20120026718
    Abstract: A warning light assembly, components therefor and methods of assembly and use are described. The warning light assembly includes a moveable reflector light pod arrangement comprising at least one moveable reflector light pod having a selectively moveable reflector arrangement and a plurality of LED units configured and oriented to direct light against a selectively moveable reflector arrangement. A variety of specific, preferred, features are shown and described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 15, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventors: CHARLES MEYER, Dennis Hilburger, Myron Pavlacka, Robert Czajkowski, Paul Gergets, Jacek Jozwik
  • Publication number: 20110211349
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a lighting device that includes an array of LEDs arranged on a circuit board with a reflector that rotates relative to the LEDs to reflect the light in various directions. The reflector according to the present disclosure includes a compact construction that allows for effective light reflection. A related lighting system and method is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Publication date: September 1, 2011
    Applicant: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Czajkowski, Myron F. Pavlacka, Jecek J. Jozwik, Charles P. Meyer
  • Patent number: 7963683
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a lighting device that includes an array of LEDs arranged on a circuit board with a reflector that rotates relative to the LEDs to reflect the light in various directions. The reflector according to the present disclosure includes a compact construction that allows for effective light reflection. A related lighting system and method is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Robert A. Czajkowski, Myron F. Pavlacka, Jacek J. Jozwik, Charles P. Meyer
  • Patent number: 7918596
    Abstract: A warning light and warning light assembly are disclosed. The warning light includes a housing including a base and a translucent cover. The warning light includes one or more light emitting diodes within the housing, each of the light emitting diodes operable to emit light substantially along an optical output axis. The warning light also includes a reflector within the housing, the reflector including a reflective surface having a curve section disposed substantially perpendicular to the optical output axis of at least one of the one or more light emitting diodes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2011
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: George Frank, Paul Gergets, Vince Fleszewski, Robert Czajkowski
  • Publication number: 20100248793
    Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatuses for a unique wireless handset are described. One embodiment may be directed to a wireless handset that uses voice recognition to simplify the operation of the handset and therefore allows the handset to include fewer input keys. Using speaker dependent voice recognition (VR) software, the recognition rates for most users can exceed 95%. The reliability of the speaker dependent voice recognition used in the embodiment, allows for a design that eliminates the traditional keypad and creates a large space on the face of the handset for prominent corporate or institutional logos and images. This form factor provides an excellent platform for branding and marketing promotional applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2010
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Applicant: REAL PHONE CARD CORPORATION
    Inventors: Robert Czajkowski, Owens F. Alexander, JR.
  • Publication number: 20100157589
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a lighting device that includes an array of LEDs arranged on a circuit board with a reflector that rotates relative to the LEDs to reflect the light in various directions. The reflector according to the present disclosure includes a compact construction that allows for effective light reflection. A related lighting system and method is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Publication date: June 24, 2010
    Inventors: Robert A. Czajkowski, Myron F. Pavlacka, Jacek J. Jozwik, Charles P. Meyer
  • Publication number: 20090303716
    Abstract: A light assembly is disclosed which can include an LED array and a reflector. The LED array can include a plurality of LEDs which are disposed such that each LED is substantially aligned to define a focal axis. Each LED can emit light substantially along an optical output axis, with each optical output axis being perpendicular to the focal axis. The optical output axis of the LED array can be disposed in intersecting relationship with the reflector surface. The reflector can be defined by a curve section defined with respect to a principal axis. The principal axis and the output axis of the LED array can be in non-parallel relationship with each other. The optical output axis of the LED array can be substantially perpendicular to the principal axis of the curve section of the reflector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2009
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Applicant: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventor: Robert A. Czajkowski
  • Patent number: D974212
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2023
    Assignee: Federal Signal Corporation
    Inventors: Duane P. Belitz, Robert A. Czajkowski, Robert J. Hartke, Jeffery M. Loftus, Tim Skertich, Jr., Aaron Sowers, Adam Voss