Munich, Germany

Alan C Knight

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Alcatel N.v.. Active years: 1988.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Alan C Knight. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/alan-c-knight-szmoii7m

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 9(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1988

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Alan C Knight - Innovator in Track Occupancy Systems

Introduction

Alan C Knight is a notable inventor based in Munich, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of railway signaling systems. His innovative work focuses on enhancing the safety and efficiency of track occupancy detection.

Latest Patents

Alan C Knight holds a patent for a "System for indicating track sections in an interlocking area as occupied." This system comprises a multicomputer design that is assigned to several track circuits. It processes the 'unoccupied' or 'occupied' indications of these track circuits. The fail-safe multicomputer system checks the operation of the associated track circuits and transfers an 'unoccupied' or 'occupied' indication to the interlocking station only if the test of the track circuit is positive. Any failures detected are also signaled to the interlocking station. Alan has 1 patent to his name.

Career Highlights

Alan C Knight is currently employed at Alcatel N.V., where he continues to develop innovative solutions in the field of railway technology. His work has been instrumental in improving the reliability of track occupancy systems.

Collaborations

Alan collaborates with Helmut Uebel, a fellow innovator in the same field. Their combined expertise contributes to advancements in railway signaling technology.

Conclusion

Alan C Knight's contributions to track occupancy systems demonstrate his commitment to enhancing railway safety and efficiency. His innovative patent reflects his expertise and dedication to the field.

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