Patents by Inventor Paul Joseph Wilcynski
Paul Joseph Wilcynski 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).
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Patent number: 11167690Abstract: An accent lighting system is configured to provide accented light onto a desired location. The accent lighting system includes an accent adapter assembly that is configured to securely couple to a light source. The accent adapter assembly includes an accenting plate that is configured to accent light that is emitted from the light source. A method of securing an accent lighting system within an internal cabin of a vehicle includes removing an existing light source from an aperture of a composite panel, securing an accent adapter assembly to the existing light source to form the accent lighting system, and securing the accent lighting system in the aperture of the composite panel.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2016Date of Patent: November 9, 2021Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Lars Eric Blacken, Jing Ma, William H. Valentine, Jr., Paul Joseph Wilcynski
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Patent number: 11059560Abstract: A window assembly for use in a vehicle including a window frame including a first end and a second end opposite the first end, and an opaque shade movable relative to the window frame, wherein the opaque shade includes a first tab formed at a bottom end of the opaque shade. A transparent shade is movable relative to the window frame, wherein the transparent shade includes a second tab formed at a bottom end of the transparent shade. The first tab and the second tab are configured for selective integration with each other to enable dependent movement of the opaque shade and the transparent shade with each other, and to enable independent movement of the opaque shade and the transparent shade relative to each other.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2018Date of Patent: July 13, 2021Assignee: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Lon Eric Switzer, Paul Joseph Wilcynski
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Patent number: 10988970Abstract: A window assembly for use in a vehicle that includes a window frame including a first end and a second end opposite the first end, a first frictional slide track, a second frictional slide track, an opaque shade selectively movable within the first frictional slide track, and a transparent shade selectively movable within the second frictional slide track. The first frictional slide track and the second frictional slide track are positioned such that the opaque shade and the transparent shade are both selectively retractable within, and selectively extendable from, the first end of the window frame.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2018Date of Patent: April 27, 2021Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Lon Eric Switzer, Paul Joseph Wilcynski
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Patent number: 10703485Abstract: A headrest assembly having at least one articulated cushion section that is deployable from a recess in a stowed position, a passenger seat comprising the headrest assembly and cushion section, as well as vehicles comprising the seat, and methods of installation are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2018Date of Patent: July 7, 2020Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Sunghoon Lee, Chevy Ho
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Patent number: 10696410Abstract: A seat assembly includes a seat cushion, a backrest, and a headrest moveably coupled to a back of the backrest. The headrest is configured to be moved between a stowed position in which the headrest is retained within a portion of the backrest and a deployed position in which the headrest is configured to support a passenger in a forward resting position.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2018Date of Patent: June 30, 2020Assignee: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Ethan Lee, Chevy Ho
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Publication number: 20200086965Abstract: A window assembly for use in a vehicle including a window frame including a first end and a second end opposite the first end, and an opaque shade movable relative to the window frame, wherein the opaque shade includes a first tab formed at a bottom end of the opaque shade. A transparent shade is movable relative to the window frame, wherein the transparent shade includes a second tab formed at a bottom end of the transparent shade. The first tab and the second tab are configured for selective integration with each other to enable dependent movement of the opaque shade and the transparent shade with each other, and to enable independent movement of the opaque shade and the transparent shade relative to each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2018Publication date: March 19, 2020Inventors: Lon Eric Switzer, Paul Joseph Wilcynski
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Publication number: 20200087978Abstract: A window assembly for use in a vehicle that includes a window frame including a first end and a second end opposite the first end, a first frictional slide track, a second frictional slide track, an opaque shade selectively movable within the first frictional slide track, and a transparent shade selectively movable within the second frictional slide track. The first frictional slide track and the second frictional slide track are positioned such that the opaque shade and the transparent shade are both selectively retractable within, and selectively extendable from, the first end of the window frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2018Publication date: March 19, 2020Inventors: Lon Eric Switzer, Paul Joseph Wilcynski
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Publication number: 20190367179Abstract: Wayfinding apparatus for aircraft are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a wayfinding apparatus having a core composed of a light transmissive material. The core has a first surface defining a first face and a second surface defining a second face. The second face is oriented non-parallel relative to the first surface such that a second edge of the core is in a rearward direction relative to the first face. A transition is positioned between the first surface and the second surface. The transition is to optically couple the second edge and the first face.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2018Publication date: December 5, 2019Inventors: Zachary J. Kilcer, Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Lars Eric Blacken, David A. Young, William Hanson Valentine, JR.
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Patent number: 10494118Abstract: Wayfinding apparatus for aircraft are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a wayfinding apparatus having a core composed of a light transmissive material. The core has a first surface defining a first face and a second surface defining a second face. The second face is oriented non-parallel relative to the first surface such that a second edge of the core is in a rearward direction relative to the first face. A transition is positioned between the first surface and the second surface. The transition is to optically couple the second edge and the first face.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2018Date of Patent: December 3, 2019Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Zachary J. Kilcer, Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Lars Eric Blacken, David A Young, William Hanson Valentine, Jr.
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Publication number: 20190344896Abstract: A seat assembly includes a seat cushion, a backrest, and a headrest moveably coupled to a back of the backrest. The headrest is configured to be moved between a stowed position in which the headrest is retained within a portion of the backrest and a deployed position in which the headrest is configured to support a passenger in a forward resting position.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2018Publication date: November 14, 2019Applicant: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Sunghoon Lee, Chevy Ho
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Publication number: 20190283882Abstract: A headrest assembly having at least one articulated cushion section that is deployable from a recess in a stowed position, a passenger seat comprising the headrest assembly and cushion section, as well as vehicles comprising the seat, and methods of installation are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 19, 2018Publication date: September 19, 2019Inventors: Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Sunghoon Lee, Chevy Ho
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Publication number: 20170368990Abstract: An accent lighting system is configured to provide accented light onto a desired location. The accent lighting system includes an accent adapter assembly that is configured to securely couple to a light source. The accent adapter assembly includes an accenting plate that is configured to accent light that is emitted from the light source. A method of securing an accent lighting system within an internal cabin of a vehicle includes removing an existing light source from an aperture of a composite panel, securing an accent adapter assembly to the existing light source to form the accent lighting system, and securing the accent lighting system in the aperture of the composite panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2016Publication date: December 28, 2017Applicant: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Lars Eric Blacken, Jing Ma, William H. Valentine, Jr., Paul Joseph Wilcynski
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Patent number: 9630718Abstract: An improved overhead storage system for use in an aircraft includes a variable opening overhead storage bin that is configured to automatically open to an initial open position when a latch mechanism is released, to open further to a second open position when a force is applied to the bin, and to return to the initial open position when the force is removed. The variable opening overhead storage bin includes a first stop device configured to stop the bin at the initial open position, and a second stop device configured to stop the bin at the second open position. When in the initial open position, the variable opening overhead storage bin is angled to retain stowed articles within the bin. When the variable opening overhead storage bin is further opened to the second open position, the passenger's hands are in a better position to control articles stowed within the bin.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2015Date of Patent: April 25, 2017Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Stephen Lee Scown, Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Jeffrey Scott Heaton
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Publication number: 20160229537Abstract: An improved overhead storage system for use in an aircraft may include a variable opening overhead storage bin that is configured to automatically open to an initial open position when a latch mechanism is released and to open further to a second open position when a force is applied to the bin. Such improved overhead storage systems and variable opening overhead storage bins may improve article retention of articles or loads stored within the storage bins during flight. For example, when in the initial open position, the variable opening overhead storage bin may be angled to decrease chances of stowed articles falling out of the bin. When the variable opening overhead storage bin is further opened to the second open position, such as by pressing down on the bin, the passenger's hands may be in a better position to control articles stowed within the bin.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2015Publication date: August 11, 2016Applicant: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Stephen Lee Scown, Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Jeffrey Scott Heaton
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Patent number: 9308997Abstract: A method and apparatus operating a moveable partition. The moveable partition is configured for use with a first lavatory and a second lavatory. The moveable partition is further configured to separate the first lavatory and the second lavatory into separate spaces within a fixed perimeter for the first lavatory and the second lavatory when the moveable partition is in a first configuration. The moveable partition is further configured to define a single space within the fixed perimeter when the moveable partition is in a second configuration. The moveable partition is connected to a door for the first lavatory in the second configuration.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2012Date of Patent: April 12, 2016Assignee: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Stephen Lee Scown, Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Jeffrey Nix, Marc Anton Spane
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Publication number: 20140077033Abstract: A method and apparatus operating a moveable partition. The moveable partition is configured for use with a first lavatory and a second lavatory. The moveable partition is further configured to separate the first lavatory and the second lavatory into separate spaces within a fixed perimeter for the first lavatory and the second lavatory when the moveable partition is in a first configuration. The moveable partition is further configured to define a single space within the fixed perimeter when the moveable partition is in a second configuration. The moveable partition is connected to a door for the first lavatory in the second configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2012Publication date: March 20, 2014Applicant: THE BOEING COMPANYInventors: Stephen Lee Scown, Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Jeffrey Nix, Marc Anton Spane
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Patent number: D849623Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 2016Date of Patent: May 28, 2019Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Paul Joseph Wilcynski, David Andrew Young
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Patent number: D923552Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2019Date of Patent: June 29, 2021Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Russell W. Keck, Paul Joseph Wilcynski, Franco Marino Cagnina, Adam Patrick Boroughs, Christopher Matthew Krako