Wigwag Type Patents (Class 246/473.2)
  • Flashing beacon
    Patent number: 8269654
    Abstract: A flashing beacon may include a signal unit, a control unit associated with the signal unit, a solar panel or collector, and an activation device that may all be mounted or otherwise positioned on a post of a roadway sign. Light units associated with the signal unit may be programmed to flash on and off in a unique wig-wag pattern. Further, a light bar may also be used with the beacon to generate an intense flash of light soon after activation of the beacon as an additional means of grabbing the attention of the operator of a vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2012
    Inventor: Richard D. Jones
  • Signal alignment monitoring system and method of assembling the same
    Patent number: 8149129
    Abstract: A signal alignment monitoring system is provided. The system includes a signal assembly including at least one signal lamp. The system also includes an alignment monitoring apparatus coupled to the signal assembly. The alignment monitoring apparatus includes a source for emitting electromagnetic energy and a detector for sensing electromagnetic energy emitted by the source to facilitate determining an alignment of the signal assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2012
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventor: Forrest Henry Ballinger
  • Flashing beacon
    Patent number: 8081087
    Abstract: A flashing beacon may include a signal unit, a control unit associated with the signal unit, a solar panel or collector, and an activation device that may all be mounted or otherwise positioned on a post of a roadway sign. Light units associated with the signal unit may be programmed to flash on and off in a unique wig-wag pattern. Further, a light bar may also be used with the beacon to generate an intense flash of light soon after activation of the beacon as an additional means of grabbing the attention of the operator of a vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2011
    Inventor: Richard D. Jones