Kirby Neal Bicknell

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignees: Trane International Inc., American Standard International Inc.. Active years: 2006-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kirby Neal Bicknell. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kirby-neal-bicknell

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 9 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 92(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

8 out of 828

Trane International Inc.

patents

1 out of 214

American Standard International Inc.

patents

Years Active: 2006-2023

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9 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11853050 - Modifying an environment control setting to facilitate awareness of a fault condition (2023-12-26),

2. 11221615 - Modifying an environment control setting to facilitate awareness of a fault condition (2022-01-11),

3. 10852020 - Time-constrained control of an HVAC system (2020-12-01),

4. 10670281 - Outdoor top cover having integrated drain features (2020-06-02),

5. 10648693 - HVAC system with selective flowpath (2020-05-12),

6. 10203127 - Time-constrained control of an HVAC system (2019-02-12),

7. 9958176 - HVAC system with camera and microphone (2018-05-01),

8. 9797617 - HVAC system with selective flowpath (2017-10-24),

9. 7024283 - Method of determining indoor or outdoor temperature limits (2006-04-04),

Title: Kirby Neal Bicknell: Innovator in Environmental Control Systems

Introduction

Kirby Neal Bicknell is a notable inventor based in Tyler, TX (US), recognized for his contributions to environmental control systems. With a total of nine patents to his name, Bicknell has made significant advancements in the field of HVAC systems. His innovative approaches aim to enhance user awareness and system functionality.

Latest Patents

One of Bicknell's latest patents focuses on modifying environment control settings to facilitate awareness of fault conditions. This invention presents architectures and techniques that determine settings for an environment control or HVAC system in response to faults. The unique aspect of this invention is that the determined setting may intentionally deviate from the occupant's comfort expectations. This approach encourages occupants to engage with the user interface of the EC system, which can indicate faults that might otherwise go unnoticed.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Bicknell has worked with prominent companies such as Trane International Inc. and American Standard International Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing innovative solutions for environmental control systems.

Collaborations

Some of Bicknell's notable coworkers include Jason Thomas LeRoy and Christopher Blake Smith. Their collaborative efforts have likely played a role in advancing the technologies associated with Bicknell's patents.

Conclusion

Kirby Neal Bicknell's work in environmental control systems showcases his innovative spirit and dedication to improving user interaction with HVAC technologies. His patents reflect a commitment to addressing real-world challenges in environmental management.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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