公开(公告)号：US08104793B2

公开(公告)日：2012-01-31

申请号：US11346949

申请日：2006-02-03

Applicant: Alan L. Browne ,  Kenneth A. Strom ,  Nilesh D. Mankame ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk

Inventor： Alan L. Browne ,  Kenneth A. Strom ,  Nilesh D. Mankame ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk

IPC: B60R21/04 ,  B60R21/055

CPC classification number: B60R21/04 ,  B60N2/42709 ,  B60N2/4279 ,  B60R21/26 ,  B62D21/15

Abstract: A vehicle member generally comprises a thermally activated shape memory material in operative communication with a pyrotechnic device. The pyrotechnic device is effective to thermally change a dimension, a shape, an orientation change, an elastic modulus property change or a combination comprising at least one of the foregoing properties of the shape memory material, which results in a structural and/or mechanical change to the vehicle member.

Abstract translation: 车辆构件通常包括与烟火装置可操作地通信的热激活形状记忆材料。 烟火装置有效地热改变尺寸，形状，取向变化，弹性模量特性变化或包括形状记忆材料的上述特性中的至少一个的组合，这导致结构和/或机械变化 到车辆成员。

公开(公告)号：US07374008B1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-20

申请号：US11745591

申请日：2007-05-08

Applicant: Mark O. Neal ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Dorel M. Sala ,  Jenne-Tai Wang ,  Heath Knight-Newbury

Inventor： Mark O. Neal ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Dorel M. Sala ,  Jenne-Tai Wang ,  Heath Knight-Newbury

IPC: B60K28/10

CPC classification number: B60R21/38

Abstract: A hood elevation system for a vehicle includes an actuator configured to selectively move at least a portion of a vehicle hood between an elevated and a retracted position. The hood elevation system also includes a motor and a spring. The spring biases the hood toward its elevated position, and the motor is configured to retract the hood, thereby compressing the spring.

Abstract translation: 一种用于车辆的发动机罩升降系统包括致动器，该致动器被配置为选择性地将升降和缩回位置之间的车辆罩的至少一部分移动。 发动机罩升降系统还包括电机和弹簧。 弹簧将罩朝向其升高位置偏压，并且电动机被构造成缩回罩，从而压缩弹簧。

公开(公告)号：US08282153B2

公开(公告)日：2012-10-09

申请号：US12116371

申请日：2008-05-07

Applicant: Alan L. Browne ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Gary L. Jones ,  John C. Ulicny

Inventor： Alan L. Browne ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Gary L. Jones ,  John C. Ulicny

IPC: B60J10/08

CPC classification number: B32B7/045 ,  B32B25/04 ,  B32B2307/20 ,  B32B2307/51 ,  B32B2479/00 ,  Y10T428/24983

Abstract: A device for concealing a seam between a first and second surface includes a seam concealment body having a body surface, the body overlaying and attached to a first surface and a second surface, the body surface being substantially co-planar with a portion of the first and second surfaces, the seam concealment body configured to transition between a first shape and a second shape, wherein the transition permits movement of one or both of the first surface and the second surface such that the seam concealment body forms a hinge. The device also includes an active material in operative communication with the seam concealment body, wherein the active material is configured to undergo a change in at least one property upon receipt of an activation signal, wherein the change in at least one property is effective to transition the seam body from the first shape to the second shape.

Abstract translation: 用于在第一表面和第二表面之间隐藏接缝的装置包括具有主体表面的接缝隐蔽体，所述主体覆盖并附接到第一表面和第二表面，所述主体表面与所述第一表面的一部分基本上共面 以及第二表面，所述接缝隐蔽体构造成在第一形状和第二形状之间转变，其中所述转变允许所述第一表面和所述第二表面中的一个或两者的移动，使得所述接缝隐蔽体形成铰链。 所述装置还包括与接缝隐蔽体本体可操作地通信的活性材料，其中所述活性材料配置为在接收到激活信号时经历至少一种性质的变化，其中至少一种性质的变化对转变有效 接缝体从第一种形状到第二种形状。

公开(公告)号：US20090058130A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-05

申请号：US11848488

申请日：2007-08-31

Applicant: Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Alan L. Browne ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  John C. Ulicny ,  Gary L. Jones

Inventor： Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Alan L. Browne ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  John C. Ulicny ,  Gary L. Jones

IPC: B60J10/08

CPC classification number: B60R13/06 ,  B60R2013/0293

Abstract: A device for concealing a seam between a first surface and a second surface includes a moveable body fixedly attached to a selected one of the first surface and the second surface, wherein the moveable body is configured to transition between a first position and a second position to conceal and expose the seam, and an active material in operative communication with the moveable body, wherein the active material is configured to undergo a change in at least one property upon receipt of an activation signal, wherein the change in at least one property is effective to transition the moveable body from the first position to the second position.

Abstract translation: 用于在第一表面和第二表面之间隐藏接缝的装置包括固定地连接到所述第一表面和所述第二表面中的所选择的一个的可移动主体，其中所述可移动主体被配置为在第一位置和第二位置之间转换 隐藏和暴露所述接缝以及与所述可移动主体可操作地通信的活性材料，其中所述活性材料被配置为在接收到激活信号时经历至少一个属性的改变，其中至少一个属性的变化是有效的 以使可动体从第一位置转移到第二位置。

公开(公告)号：US07000966B2

公开(公告)日：2006-02-21

申请号：US10254458

申请日：2002-09-24

Applicant: Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Gary Lee Jones ,  Yhu-Tin Lin ,  Phillip A. Bojda

Inventor： Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Gary Lee Jones ,  Yhu-Tin Lin ,  Phillip A. Bojda

IPC: B25J15/00

CPC classification number: B23Q1/0063 ,  B25J15/04

Abstract: A pick-and-place tool releasably retains a part during a pick-and-place operation by an automated device. The pick-and-place tool includes a front structure having a first bore disposed therein for receiving a shaft extending from the part. A plurality of locking mechanisms is disposed within the front structure. The plurality of locking mechanisms are evenly spaced around the inner surface and are in fluid communication with a common fluid source. Each locking mechanism in the plurality of locking mechanisms includes a bearing disposed proximate an aperture in the inner surface, and a piston in mechanical communication with the bearing. Movement of the piston in response to a fluid pressure at the common fluid source forces the bearing to extend through the aperture and retain the shaft within the first bore. In one aspect, a resilient member is disposed between the front structure and a tool holder coupled to the automated device. The resilient member absorbs at least a portion of a force applied to the front structure.

Abstract translation: 拾取和放置工具通过自动化装置在拾取和放置操作期间可释放地保持零件。 拾取和放置工具包括前部结构，其具有设置在其中的第一孔，用于接收从该部分延伸的轴。 多个锁定机构设置在前部结构内。 多个锁定机构围绕内表面均匀间隔并且与公共流体源流体连通。 多个锁定机构中的每个锁定机构包括靠近内表面中的孔设置的轴承以及与轴承机械连通的活塞。 响应于在公共流体源处的流体压力的活塞的运动迫使轴承延伸穿过孔并将轴保持在第一孔内。 在一个方面，弹性构件设置在前部结构和联接到自动装置的工具架之间。 弹性构件吸收施加到前部结构的力的至少一部分。

公开(公告)号：US06877729B2

公开(公告)日：2005-04-12

申请号：US10655548

申请日：2003-09-04

Applicant: Yhu-Tin Lin ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Gary Lee Jones ,  Andrew Leslie Bartos ,  Phillip A. Bojda ,  Chi-Hung Shen ,  John Stilianos Agapiou

Inventor： Yhu-Tin Lin ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Gary Lee Jones ,  Andrew Leslie Bartos ,  Phillip A. Bojda ,  Chi-Hung Shen ,  John Stilianos Agapiou

IPC: B25B5/06 ,  B23Q3/08

CPC classification number: B25B5/061

Abstract: A reconfigurable fixture for workpieces is disclosed. It utilizes a flat surface magnetic chuck with modular workpiece supporting, locating and clamping elements that are carefully located on it and held by magnetic attraction to it. These elements are precisely located to hold the workpiece in spaced relation to the chuck surface. Some locating elements are mechanically fixed to the chuck for securing the workpiece from transverse movement on the chuck surface. Preferably, each of the supporting, locating and clamping members are fixed to separate steel bases for magnetic attraction to the chuck. Each base may also carry its own hydraulic actuator for height adjustment of a support element or for height adjustment and closure of a clamping element. These modular elements have locating slots or grooves or the like so that they can be selected from a storage magazine and located on a chuck by numerically controlled mechanisms.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于工件的可重构夹具。 它采用平面磁卡盘，模块化的工件支撑，定位和夹紧元件，小心地位于其上，并通过磁吸附保持。 这些元件被精确定位以将工件保持在与卡盘表面间隔开的关系。 一些定位元件被机械地固定到卡盘上，以将工件从横向移动固定在卡盘表面上。 优选地，支撑，定位和夹紧构件中的每一个被固定到单独的钢基座上，用于对卡盘的磁吸引。 每个底座还可以承载自己的用于支撑元件的高度调节的液压致动器或用于夹紧元件的高度调节和关闭。 这些模块化元件具有定位槽或凹槽等，使得它们可以通过数字控制的机构从存储盒中选择并位于卡盘上。

公开(公告)号：US08714513B2

公开(公告)日：2014-05-06

申请号：US12899835

申请日：2010-10-07

Applicant: Michael J. Walker ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk

Inventor： Michael J. Walker ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk

IPC: B28B7/30

CPC classification number: B22C9/101 ,  B22C9/103 ,  B22D15/02

Abstract: Embodiments of a mold insert assembly and methods of use are disclosed herein. A mold insert assembly includes, but is not limited to a driving member that moves between a retracting position and an extending position, a plurality of first-segment members engaging the driving member and moving between a first retracted position and a first extended position and a plurality of second-segment members proximate the plurality of first-segment members and configured to move between a second retracted position and a second extended position as the driving member moves to the extending position. The plurality of first-segment members and second-segment members cooperate to form a substantially liquid-tight periphery when the driving member is in the extending position. The plurality of first-segment members second-segment members are configured to move towards the first and second retracted positions, respectively when the driving member moves towards the retracting position.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了模具插入组件和使用方法的实施例。 模具插入件组件包括但不限于在缩回位置和延伸位置之间移动的驱动构件，与驱动构件接合并在第一缩回位置和第一延伸位置之间移动的多个第一段构件，以及 多个第二分段部件，靠近所述多个第一分段部件，并且被配置为当所述驱动部件移动到所述延伸位置时，在第二缩回位置和第二延伸位置之间移动。 当驱动构件处于延伸位置时，多个第一段构件和第二段构件协作以形成基本上液密的周边。 多个第一段构件第二段构件分别构造成当驱动构件朝着缩回位置移动时朝着第一和第二缩回位置移动。

公开(公告)号：US20110121607A1

公开(公告)日：2011-05-26

申请号：US13015975

申请日：2011-01-28

Applicant: Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  John C. Ulicny ,  Gary L. Jones

Inventor： Alan L. Browne ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Adrian B. Chernoff ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  John C. Ulicny ,  Gary L. Jones

IPC: B62D25/24 ,  B62D35/00

CPC classification number: B60R11/00 ,  B60J5/0415 ,  B60R11/02 ,  B60R13/02 ,  B60R13/04 ,  B60R2011/0094 ,  B60R2013/0287

Abstract: A method of concealing a component is disclosed. The method includes positioning a member in operable communication with the component, wherein the member is configured to have a first form and a second form, wherein the first form is configured to conceal the component and the second form is configured to expose the component. The method also includes activating an active material in operative communication with the member, wherein the active material is configured to undergo a change in at least one property upon receipt of an activation signal, wherein the change in a property is effective to transition the member from the first form to the second form.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种隐藏组件的方法。 该方法包括定位与该部件可操作地通信的部件，其中该部件被配置为具有第一形式和第二形式，其中该第一形式被配置为隐藏该部件，并且该第二形式被配置为暴露该部件。 所述方法还包括激活与所述构件可操作地通信的活性材料，其中所述活性材料被配置为在接收到激活信号时经历至少一种性质的改变，其中所述性质的变化对所述成员从 第一种形式到第二种形式。

公开(公告)号：US07866696B2

公开(公告)日：2011-01-11

申请号：US11293860

申请日：2005-12-02

Applicant: Jenne-Tai Wang ,  Bing Deng ,  Margaret M. Andreen ,  Janet S. Goings ,  Dorel M. Sala ,  Daniel Shakespear ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Gary L. Jones

Inventor： Jenne-Tai Wang ,  Bing Deng ,  Margaret M. Andreen ,  Janet S. Goings ,  Dorel M. Sala ,  Daniel Shakespear ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Gary L. Jones

IPC: B60R21/02 ,  B60N2/02 ,  A47C3/00

CPC classification number: B60N2/42736 ,  B60N2/0276 ,  B60N2/206 ,  B60N2/4263 ,  B60N2/42745 ,  B60N2/42763 ,  B60N2/62 ,  B60R21/013 ,  B60R21/207 ,  B60R21/21 ,  B60R22/201 ,  B60R22/26 ,  B60R2021/0034 ,  B60R2021/2173 ,  B60R2022/028 ,  B60R2022/207 ,  B60R2022/208

Abstract: A seat assembly for a vehicle includes a lower seat portion and a seatback portion. The seatback portion is selectively movable to vary the reclination angle of the seatback portion. The seat assembly is configured so that a first part of the lower seat portion rises relative to a second part of the lower seat portion so that the lower seat portion acts as an occupant restraint when a predetermined condition exists. Exemplary predetermined conditions include the reclination angle changing, the reclination angle exceeding a predetermined amount, and conditions indicative of an elevated risk of vehicle impact.

Abstract translation: 用于车辆的座椅组件包括下部座椅部分和座椅靠背部分。 座椅靠背部分可选择性地可移动以改变座椅靠背部分的倾斜角度。 座椅组件构造成使得下座椅部分的第一部分相对于下座椅部分的第二部分上升，使得当存在预定条件时，下座椅部分用作乘员约束。 示例性的预定条件包括倾斜角度改变，超过预定量的倾斜角度以及指示车辆冲击风险升高的条件。

公开(公告)号：US20090061188A1

公开(公告)日：2009-03-05

申请号：US12116371

申请日：2008-05-07

Applicant: Alan L. Browne ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Gary L. Jones ,  John C. Ulicny

Inventor： Alan L. Browne ,  Ukpai I. Ukpai ,  Mark A. Kramarczyk ,  Nancy L. Johnson ,  Gary L. Jones ,  John C. Ulicny

IPC: B32B7/02

CPC classification number: B32B7/045 ,  B32B25/04 ,  B32B2307/20 ,  B32B2307/51 ,  B32B2479/00 ,  Y10T428/24983

Abstract: A device for concealing a seam between a first surface and a second surface, the device includes a seam concealment body fixedly attached to a selected one or both of the first surface and the second surface, wherein the seam concealment body comprises an active material, wherein the active material is configured to transition between a first stiffness and a second stiffness upon receipt of an activation signal, wherein the transition permits movement of a selected one or both of the first surface and the second surface such that the seam concealment body deforms with the movement of the surface to maintain concealment of the seam.

Abstract translation: 一种用于在第一表面和第二表面之间隐藏接缝的装置，所述装置包括固定地连接到所述第一表面和所述第二表面中的所选择的一个或两者的接缝隐蔽体，其中所述接缝隐藏体包含活性材料，其中 所述活性材料构造成在接收到激活信号时在第一刚度和第二刚度之间转变，其中所述转变允许所述第一表面和所述第二表面中选定的一个或两者的移动，使得所述接缝隐蔽体随着 表面的移动以保持接缝的隐蔽。