Patents by Inventor Ty Parker
Ty Parker 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: 11952126Abstract: Described are passenger seats having a seat frame and a seat bottom slidingly and pivotally attached to the seat frame that, when the passenger seats are reclined, are configured to articulate forward from an upright configuration of the passenger seat to a second seat position corresponding to a reclined configuration of the passenger seat. The seat bottom can include an aft articulating mechanism that defines a declining first path in an aft-to-forward direction to cause the aft end of the seat bottom to drop when the seat bottom articulates forward; and a forward articulating mechanism connected with the seat bottom near a forward end of the seat bottom that defines a second path shaped to cause the forward end of the seat bottom to move upward when the seat bottom articulates forward, such that the seat bottom tilts aft in response to articulating forward when the passenger seat is reclined.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2019Date of Patent: April 9, 2024Assignee: Safran Seats USA LLCInventors: Ty Parker, Christopher D. Stewart
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Publication number: 20220411069Abstract: Described are passenger seats having a seat frame and a seat bottom slidingly and pivotally attached to the seat frame that, when the passenger seats are reclined, are configured to articulate forward from an upright configuration of the passenger seat to a second seat position corresponding to a reclined configuration of the passenger seat. The seat bottom can include an aft articulating mechanism that defines a declining first path in an aft-to-forward direction to cause the aft end of the seat bottom to drop when the seat bottom articulates forward; and a forward articulating mechanism connected with the seat bottom near a forward end of the seat bottom that defines a second path shaped to cause the forward end of the seat bottom to move upward when the seat bottom articulates forward, such that the seat bottom tilts aft in response to articulating forward when the passenger seat is reclined.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2019Publication date: December 29, 2022Inventors: Ty Parker, Christopher D. Stewart
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Patent number: 10329020Abstract: Described are reclining passenger seats having deployable leg rests coupled to the seat bottom. An actuator, which may be a gas cylinder, spring, or electric motor, moves the deployable leg rest between stowed and deployed positions. A locking mechanism may be used to stabilize the deployable leg rest in the stowed position, the deployed position, or any intermediate position. The coupling of the deployable leg rest to the seat bottom allows for a greater range of movement with a lighter, more compact mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2015Date of Patent: June 25, 2019Assignee: Safran Seats USA LLCInventors: Josh T. Smith, Justin K. Murnan, Ty Parker, Raul G. Reyes
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Patent number: 10279916Abstract: Passenger seat armrests and consoles have laterally translating armrest doors that open and close to allow for deployment and stowage of tray tables. The armrest doors may be guided through their translation by slides or a linkage that controls their motion. The armrest doors may also translate in two-dimensions, incorporating a vertical translation as well as a lateral translation. The resulting motion allows for better placement of the deployable tray tables within the armrest or console and a reduction in wasted space. The passenger seat armrests may also incorporate cocktail trays that can be integrated into the armrest doors or the armrest or console itself.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2015Date of Patent: May 7, 2019Assignee: Safran Seats USA LLCInventors: Marc W. Kinard, Ty Parker, Raul G. Reyes, John D. Allen
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Patent number: 10173567Abstract: Described are lightweight headrests with a perimeter frame 200 with an open central region. The open central region is spanned by a suspension membrane 100 held in tension. The suspension membrane provides support and cushioning functions to a passenger head without the need for internal structures or compression cushions. The perimeter frame of the headrest may have additional cross members spanning the rear portion of the headrest. These cross members may provide additional structure or locate attachment points for the headrest onto the seat.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2015Date of Patent: January 8, 2019Assignee: Zodiac Seats US LLCInventors: Jose Madrigal, Ty Parker, Patricia Luevano
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Patent number: 9994321Abstract: Described is a passenger seat that includes a seat back with a lower portion disposed adjacent to the seat bottom, and recline mechanism configured to move the passenger seat between an upright position and a reclined position. The recline mechanism may move the passenger seat in two directions. The recline mechanism may include a plurality of corresponding members configured to interface with a plurality of elongate motion members.Type: GrantFiled: April 2, 2015Date of Patent: June 12, 2018Assignee: Zodiac Seats US LLCInventors: Justin K. Murnan, Ty Parker, Marc W. Kinard, Josh T. Smith, Andreas Bucher, John D. Allen, Raul G. Reyes, Hollie C. Driscoll
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Publication number: 20170320418Abstract: Described are lightweight headrests with a perimeter frame 200 with an open central region. The open central region is spanned by a suspension membrane 100 held in tension. The suspension membrane provides support and cushioning functions to a passenger head without the need for internal structures or compression cushions. The perimeter frame of the headrest may have additional cross members spanning the rear portion of the headrest. These cross members may provide additional structure or locate attachment points for the headrest onto the seat.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2015Publication date: November 9, 2017Applicant: Zodiac Seats US LLCInventors: Jose Madrigal, Ty Parker, Patricia Luevano
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Publication number: 20170174345Abstract: Described is a passenger seat that includes a seat back with a lower portion disposed adjacent to the seat bottom, and recline mechanism configured to move the passenger seat between an upright position and a reclined position. The recline mechanism may move the passenger seat in two directions. The recline mechanism may include a plurality of corresponding members configured to interface with a plurality of elongate motion members.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2015Publication date: June 22, 2017Applicant: Zodiac Seats US LLCInventors: Justin K. Murnan, Ty Parker, Marc W. Kinard, Josh T. Smith, Andreas Bucher, John D. Allen, Raul G. Reyes, Hollie C. Driscoll
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Publication number: 20170096225Abstract: Described are reclining passenger seats having deployable leg rests coupled to the seat bottom. An actuator, which may be a gas cylinder, spring, or electric motor, moves the deployable leg rest between stowed and deployed positions. A locking mechanism may be used to stabilize the deployable leg rest in the stowed position, the deployed position, or any intermediate position. The coupling of the deployable leg rest to the seat bottom allows for a greater range of movement with a lighter, more compact mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2015Publication date: April 6, 2017Applicant: Zodiac Seats US LLCInventors: Josh T. Smith, Justin K. Murnan, Ty Parker, Raul G. Reyes
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Publication number: 20170088268Abstract: Described are passenger seat armrests and consoles (1) having laterally translating armrest doors (200) that open and close to allow for deployment and stowage of tray tables (300). The armrest doors may be guided through their translation by slides or a linkage that controls their motion. The armrest doors may also translate in two-dimensions, incorporating a vertical translation as well as a lateral translation. The resulting motion allows for better placement of the deployable tray tables within the armrest or console and a reduction in wasted space. The passenger seat armrests may also incorporate cocktail trays (100) that can be integrated into the armrest doors or the armrest or console itself.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2015Publication date: March 30, 2017Applicant: Zodiac Seats US LLCInventors: Marc W. Kinard, Ty Parker, Raul G. Reyes, John D. Allen