Patents by Inventor Michael George Todd

Michael George Todd 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).

  • Method for embedding conductors in a structure
    Patent number: 5705104
    Abstract: A method, and an article produced according to the method, for embedding conductors in a structure having a signal distribution function associated therewith such as a vehicle instrument panel. The method includes embedding a conductor in a film, and molding a material to the film such that the material and the film integrally form the structure. The method also includes attaching a connector to the integral structure so that the connector is provided in communication with the conductor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 1996
    Date of Patent: January 6, 1998
    Assignee: Ford Motor Company
    Inventors: John Trublowski, Michael George Todd, Robert Edward Belke, Jr.
  • Forming rigid circuit board
    Patent number: 5655291
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for forming a rigid circuit board uses a circuit board with a reduced thickness in a bend region. The bend region may have several layers of laminate and conductive material. The circuit board is heated to the glass transition temperature which allows the circuit board to become flexible. The apparatus has two rollers used to form the bend region to a predetermined shape. When the circuit is cooled, the circuit board again becomes rigid in its predetermined shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 12, 1997
    Assignee: Ford Motor Company
    Inventors: Michael George Todd, Robert Edward Belke, Jr., Robert Joseph Gordon