Patents Assigned to Genesis Systems Group, LLC.
  • Zero backlash preload gears
    Patent number: 8567278
    Abstract: Described in this application is a zero-backlash preload gear assembly. The assembly is specifically described for use with a positioning system in order to significantly reduce or eliminate mechanical error and improve tolerances. Furthermore, the assembly allows for infinite positioning of a work surface in order to facilitate improved efficiency of an automated system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 1, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2013
    Assignee: Genesis Systems Group, LLC
    Inventors: Jan Christian Mangelsen, Richard Dean Rohret, Christopher J. Schilb
  • Work station safety barrier
    Patent number: 8272179
    Abstract: A barrier for a robotic work station is provided and includes a pair of upright posts, and rigid panels which are movable between a lower open position and a raised closed position. The panels are simultaneously moved between the raised and lower positions by a pneumatic cylinder and a pulley system. The movable panels are cantilevered from one of the posts, and include rollers for movement within a channel in the post. A fixed panel is provided at the bottom of the posts and extends approximately to the top of the work station table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: Genesis Systems Group, LLC
    Inventors: Jan Christian Mangelsen, Terry Daggett, Michael P. Skahill
  • Modular robotic workpiece holder and method for using same
    Patent number: 8146901
    Abstract: The invention relates to a modular positioning robotic system and method of use of the positioning system. In general, the modular positioning robotic system is comprised of a controller module, a positioning module and a base that can be either a stationary base or drive module. The positioning module also allows for additional flexibility by allowing for designs with multiple allowable adjustments that can be changed for a change in turn diameter, length, width and weight of a fixture and part combination.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2012
    Assignee: Genesis Systems Group, LLC
    Inventors: Jan Christian Mangelsen, Mike Stoecker, Terry O'Connell, Terry Daggett, Mike Skahill, Dean Anderson
  • Nut runner and hexabot robot
    Patent number: 7673384
    Abstract: A six degree of freedom servo driven robot having a seventh axis servo motor for rotating servo driven nut runners affixed to swing arms about a radius. The robot offering flexibility within high production manufacturing and automotive assembly processes by realizing translational movement of servo driven nut runners about seven degrees of translation for fastening component parts of a work product within a work envelope.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: Genesis Systems Group, LLC
    Inventors: Terry O'Connell, Jack Fisher, Arthur E. Smith, Jr., Satoshi Sato
  • NUT RUNNER AND HEXABOT ROBOT
    Publication number: 20070253799
    Abstract: A six degree of freedom servo driven robot having a seventh axis servo motor for rotating servo driven nut runners affixed to swing arms about a radius. The robot offering flexibility within high production manufacturing and automotive assembly processes by realizing translational movement of servo driven nut runners about seven degrees of translation for fastening component parts of a work product within a work envelope.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2006
    Publication date: November 1, 2007
    Applicant: GENESIS SYSTEMS GROUP LLC
    Inventors: TERRY O'CONNELL, JACK FISHER, ARTHUR SMITH, SATOSHI SATO
  • Work station safety barrier
    Publication number: 20070113991
    Abstract: A barrier for a robotic work station is provided and includes a pair of upright posts, and rigid panels which are movable between a lower open position and a raised closed position. The panels are simultaneously moved between the raised and lower positions by a pneumatic cylinder and a pulley system. The movable panels are cantilevered from one of the posts, and include rollers for movement within a channel in the post. A fixed panel is provided at the bottom of the posts and extends approximately to the top of the work station table.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2005
    Publication date: May 24, 2007
    Applicant: GENESIS SYSTEMS GROUP, LLC
    Inventors: Jan Mangelsen, Terry Daggett, Michael Skahill
  • Rotational flash guard and method of use
    Patent number: 6891128
    Abstract: The invention relates to a rotational flash guard and method of use of a rotational flash guard. In general, the flash guard is attached to a support frame by an arm, a linkage mechanism pivotally interconnects the arm and the support frame, and an extensible power member connects the support frame to the linkage mechanism. Due to the unique configuration of the rotational flash guard it is adapted for movement about a work piece positioner to allow for use of a robotic tool while providing protection to the operator and other workers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2005
    Assignee: Genesis Systems Group, LLC.
    Inventors: Matthew R. Sidlinger, Jan C. Mangelsen, Alan M. Deitering, Michael P. Skahill, Jason J. Kelsick