James Patrick Burgess

US Patent:

6404607, Jun 11, 2002

Filed:

Feb 20, 1996

Appl. No.:

08/603680

Inventors:

James P. Burgess - Troy MI
David J. Pearson - Sterling Heights MI
Gilbert F. Shultz - Novi MI

Assignee:

TMW Enterprises, Inc. - Troy MI

International Classification:

H02H 900

US Classification:

361 58, 361 937, 361 938

Abstract:

A power distribution module is especially suited to vehicular applications. An input/output module port is adapted for connection to an external multiplexed communication path, with transceiver circuitry being operative to send and receive messages over the communication path in digital form. The module is flexible enough to support a standard or user-defined commination protocol. An input is adapted for connection to a source of power. A plurality of controllable power switches are used to selectively route power from the source to a plurality of power output ports each port being associated with one of the switches. Control circuitry, operatively connected to the transceiver circuitry and to each power switch, facilitates the sending and receiving of messages over the communication path and provides control signals to the switches in accordance with a message received.

US Patent:

6617975, Sep 9, 2003

Filed:

Dec 21, 1999

Appl. No.:

09/468629

Inventors:

James P. Burgess - Troy MI 48098

International Classification:

G08B 536

US Classification:

34081547, 34081548, 34053911

Abstract:

A wireless remote-control transmitter includes means for entering an identification code so that only an authorized operator can use the device. Use as a keyless entry system provides the owner of a vehicle equipped with a wireless receiver with an additional keypad-operated transmitter which may be vehicle mounted to perform some or all of the same functions as those available through an existing remote. In this embodiment, the keypad may be mounted behind a small section of the vehicles window glass, with command inputs being sensed using electrical, magnetic, or optical detection techniques. To save on battery power, the system automatically powers down during periods of nonuse, with some form of wake-up signal being used to enter operational modes requiring increased power consumption.

US Patent:

20050242923, Nov 3, 2005

Filed:

Apr 22, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/112204

Inventors:

David Pearson - Sterling Heights MI, US
Francis LeGasse - Rochester Hills MI, US
James Burgess - Naples FL, US

International Classification:

G06F007/04

US Classification:

340005620, 340005520, 340426360, 340005720

Abstract:

For use in conjunction with an existing wireless transmitter/receiver, a transmitter provided by the invention preferably uses some or all of the same codes as the existing remote transmitter to perform a desired function such as door or trunk unlocking, windows, light activation, and so forth. One embodiment of the invention includes a passive entry system so that only an authorized operator can use the device. In a preferred embodiment, a user carries a wallet-sized card or other device, such that upon activation of the keypad associated with the inventive transmitter, a signal is first sent to the user for verification. If the card or other device carried by the user properly transponds an appropriate authorization signal, the inventive transmitter broadcasts the codes appropriate to the function being requested. Alternatively, biometric information such a fingerprint or voiceprint may be used.

US Patent:

60314656, Feb 29, 2000

Filed:

Apr 16, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/061403

Inventors:

James P. Burgess - Troy MI

International Classification:

G08C 1500

US Classification:

34082531

Abstract:

A wireless remote-control transmitter includes circuitry for entering an identification code so that only an authorized operator can use the device. Use as a keyless entry system provides the owner of a vehicle equipped with a wireless receiver with an additional keypad-operated transmitter which may be vehicle mounted to perform some or all of the same functions as those available through an existing remote. In this embodiment, the keypad may be mounted behind a small section of the vehicle's window glass, with command inputs being sensed using electrical, magnetic, or optical detection techniques. To save on battery power, the system automatically powers down during periods of non-use, use, with some form of wake-up signal being used to enter operational modes requiring increased power consumption.

US Patent:

57931216, Aug 11, 1998

Filed:

Jan 3, 1994

Appl. No.:

8/176235

Inventors:

James P. Burgess - Troy MI

Assignee:

Electro Mechanical Products, Inc. - Rochester Hills MI

International Classification:

H02H 308

US Classification:

307 101

Abstract:

A low resistance current interrupter for detecting the occurrence of an unsafe condition and terminating power to an electrical circuit. The current interrupter comprises two in-line connectors having a gap formed therebetween. An electrically conductive pin is disposed in the gap for movement between a first, extended position, wherein the pin bridges the gap to establish electrical contact between the connectors, to a second, retracted position wherein electrical contact is broken. The device further includes means for sensing the occurrence of an unsafe condition and generating a signal indicative thereof, and an electromechanical means such as a solenoid which, upon receiving said electrical signal, is activated and causes the pin to move to the second position.

US Patent:

51421836, Aug 25, 1992

Filed:

Aug 26, 1991

Appl. No.:

7/750110

Inventors:

James P. Burgess - Bloomfield Hills MI
Thomas Walker - Ojai CA

Assignee:

Touch Tec International - Mt. Clemens MI

International Classification:

H01L 4108

US Classification:

310339

Abstract:

A piezoelectric switch assembly and method of manufacture. A piezoelectric module is provided which is comprised of a carrier disk and a wafer of piezoelectric material disposed thereon, with electrical leads connected thereto. The piezoelectric module is disposed inside a hollow recess formed in a switch plug, with the periphery of the carrier disk supported on a rim thereof. A disk of compressible material is disposed between the body of the plug and the piezoelectric module. The switch plug is inserted into a hollow chamber formed in a switch insert, said switch insert having a pressure receiving front wall. A front member is provided which is formed with an aperture for receiving the switch insert. Pressure on the pressure receiving front wall of the socket causes deformation of the piezoelectric wafer to generate an electrical signal which is received by circuitry attached to the electrical leads to effect one or more preselected switch functions.

US Patent:

54031990, Apr 4, 1995

Filed:

Oct 21, 1993

Appl. No.:

8/138971

Inventors:

Dewey Mobley - Lake Orion MI
James P. Burgess - Troy MI
Frank R. VanWulfen - Lathrup Village MI

Assignee:

Electrical Mechanical Products Inc. - Troy MI
Chrysler Corp - Highland Park MI

International Classification:

H01R 13627

US Classification:

439357

Abstract:

A low insertion force, high current connector terminal for vehicular applications. The terminal includes a receptacle connector member having means for varying the inside diameter of a socket thereof, and a pin connector member insertable therein. The receptacle connector member includes an outboardly displaceable resilient finger having a first stop surface engageable with a second stop surface formed on the pin connector member to prevent accidental axial displacement of the two connector members. A slot and mating guide are disposed on, respectively, the receptacle connector member and the pin connector member, said slot and guide serving as both a guide means when the members are connected and also as an indexing means to prevent the connection of two non-mating connector members.

US Patent:

57724679, Jun 30, 1998

Filed:

Jun 4, 1996

Appl. No.:

8/658218

Inventors:

James P. Burgess - Troy MI

Assignee:

Alcoa Fujikura Ltd. - Brentwood TN

International Classification:

H01R 907

US Classification:

439493

Abstract:

A terminal free electrical connector. The connector includes a housing having a plurality of apertures formed therein for the introduction of electrical leads. A wire frame fits into the housing and has a plurality of arrayed throughbores, into which the leads are inserted. The wire frame includes a slot which leaves a portion of each lead exposed. Electrical contact may thus be maintained between the exposed portions of the leads in the wire frame and either a mating electrical connector, or a flat contact surface. A method connecting electrical leads without the use of terminals is also disclosed.