Patents by Inventor Christopher M. Wendel

Christopher M. Wendel has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 6305455
    Abstract: A multiple panel display system wherein horizontally adjacent panels are hingedly attached by the adhesive mounting of elongated flexible interlocks. The interlocks can be uncoupled to disassemble the display system. In addition, the panels contain receiving sockets in the ends to permit the use of pins for vertical stacking of panels. The flexible interlocks mounted on the surface of the panels permits the display to assume a variety of shapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2001
    Inventor: Christopher M. Wendel
  • Patent number: 6052950
    Abstract: A modular structure for use in displays and exhibitions wherein three girders are affixed to vertical columns in a triangular patter having a right triangle. Triangular floor panels are supported by longitudinal flanges on the beams to provide an elevated load-bearing surface. The structure, girders and floor panels are designed for rapid assembly and take-down.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2000
    Assignee: Exhibit Group/Giltspur
    Inventor: Christopher M. Wendel
  • Patent number: 6009816
    Abstract: A modular furniture assembly of the knock-down type wherein four identical side panels are interengaged at corner lap joints to facilitate set tip and take-down. Each panel has fasteners located on one edge and on the interior surface panel proximate to the opposing edge. The resultant structure is square in cross section. A square closure member forms the top surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1995
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2000
    Assignee: ExhibitGroup/Giltspur, Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher M. Wendel
  • Patent number: 5669700
    Abstract: An intensity equalizing element for placement between a number of individual fluorescent tubes in a light panel and the panel image display surface. The element includes a like number of curved surfaces in axial alignment with the individual tubes to reduce variation in observed intensity due to tube spacing. Each curved surface is provided with a non-uniform opaque dot pattern thereon to reduce variation in the intensity of light at the panel display surface and enhance uniformity of light intensity throughout an overlying image display.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 23, 1997
    Assignee: Exhibit-Group/Giltspur, Inc.
    Inventor: Christopher M. Wendel
  • Patent number: 5412918
    Abstract: A novel attachment system provides rapid alignment and attachment of adjacent modular panels which eliminates interpanel support members and permits individual panel reversal. The system utilizes pairs of substrates affixed to each panel edge. Each substrate has a plurality of tapered pins and sockets for alignment. Portions of the panel edges are provided with releasable VELCRO-type fasteners for attachment. Disassembly is accomplished by the application of tension to adjacent panels accompanied by a bending force at the junction therebetween.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: May 9, 1995
    Assignee: Exhibit Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher M. Wendel, Donald A. Whamond