Patents Assigned to Alfmeier Prazision AG Baugruppen and Systemlosungen
  • Patent number: 7789113
    Abstract: The device includes a protective mechanism for preventing introduction of a gasoline-type nozzle into an inlet passageway of a fuel tank of a Diesel motor vehicle, the inlet passageway defining a central axis, the protective mechanism comprising two arms mounted at least partially within the inlet passageway, the arms being pivotable around a pivot axis substantially parallel to the central axis. A connector is mounted at least partially within the inlet passageway, the connector being movable in a plane transverse to the central axis, movement of the connector outwardly from an idle position relative to the central axis causing the arms to pivot from an idle position toward a free-flow position. The connector is configured so that insertion of a gasoline-type nozzle into the inlet passageway will not move the arms to the free-flow position, whereas insertion of a Diesel-type nozzle into the inlet passageway will move the arms to the free-flow position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Assignee: Alfmeier Prazision AG Baugruppen & Systemlosungen
    Inventors: Markus Stephan, André Brandis
  • Patent number: 7017345
    Abstract: A shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator assembly is provided that includes an SMA component. The SMA component is used to impart motion in an output shaft. Also provided is a return force component that provides a variable, tailored return force to the SMA component. Additionally, a variety of protective mechanisms are disclosed and utilized to prevent damage to the internal workings and components within the SMA actuator assembly as well as provide protection and safety for external workings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2006
    Assignee: Alfmeier Prazision AG Baugruppen and Systemlosungen
    Inventors: Peter Emery Von Behrens, Dylan Miller Fairbanks