ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 17 -- United States Patent no. 12,552,310, issued on Feb. 17.

"Multi-position turn signal system for vehicles" was invented by Julia A. Matrose (Westminster, Colo.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A multi-position turn signal system for vehicles includes a turn signal lever movable between a neutral-position, primary-positions, and secondary-positions. The primary-positions activate standard turn signals, while the secondary-positions indicate multi-lane changes. In some configurations, the system may incorporate electronic integration with vehicle sensors, auxiliary indicators, or variable duration signaling. The system enhances communication of driver intent during compl...