Patents by Inventor Richard M. Zemmer

Richard M. Zemmer 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).

  • Collapsible fascia support for an automotive bumper
    Patent number: 5431464
    Abstract: An automotive bumper system includes an impact bar, a fascia, and a collapsible support mounted between the impact bar and the fascia. The collapsible support includes a plurality of brace sections and a strut section between adjacent pairs of brace sections. During a collision, the strut sections flex inwardly, thereby pulling the fascia downwardly away from damageable components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 1993
    Date of Patent: July 11, 1995
    Assignee: General Motors Corporation
    Inventors: Bradley A. Jones, Curtis H. Harris, Richard M. Zemmer