Patent ID: 6225913
Filing Date: 2001-05-01
Classification: G08B

Abstract:
An apparatus for providing an automatic crib gate position indication of a crib having a gate that can be positioned in an open or a closed condition, said apparatus comprising:(a) a non-intrusive gate sensor that is positioned out of reach of an infant or toddler who is placed in the crib, said gate sensor comprising:(1) a power source;(2) a transmitter for wirelessly transmitting a signal when electrically coupled to said power source; and(3) a switch coupled to the gate and electrically coupled between said power source and said transmitter, said switch electrically coupling said power source to said transmitter whenever the gate is in an open condition; and(b) a remotely-located indicator comprising a receiver and an indication means, said receiver receiving said signal and activating said indication means to alert someone in the vicinity of said remotely-located indicator that the crib gate is in an open condition.