Patents Assigned to W.E.T. Automotive Systems Ltd.
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Publication number: 20140180493Abstract: A system comprising: (a) a temperature controlled device; (b) a primary energy source; (c) an electronic device, an electro-mechanical device, or both comprising: (i) a secondary energy source; (ii) a switching device; (iii) a measuring device; and (iv) optionally a controller; wherein the temperature controlled device is connected to the secondary energy source when the temperature controlled device is turned on; wherein the measuring device measures a predetermined condition, and the switching device switches from the secondary energy source to the primary energy source when the temperature controlled device achieves the predetermined condition; and wherein the predetermined condition is achieved in about 60 seconds or less.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2013Publication date: June 26, 2014Applicant: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, Ltd.Inventors: Sergiu Csonti, Syed Rafat Iqbal
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Patent number: 8702164Abstract: A heated seat comprising: a cushion with one or more trench areas; a heater comprising: a carrier with a periphery, the carrier further including: a first electrically functional layer that is made of a conductive material that substantially circumscribes at least a portion of the carrier; and a second electrically functional layer that is made of a resistive material; one or more electrical conductors attached to the first electrically functional layer; a trim layer that covers the cushion when the heater is placed over the cushion; and wherein the periphery includes a first side edge and a second side edge, and each side edge includes a cutout, and the cutouts are located adjacent to each other forming a neck portion; wherein the heater is attached to the cushion by placing an attachment device over the neck portion of the heater and securing one or both ends of the attachment device to the cushion so that the neck portion is pulled into the trench; wherein the neck portion is free of the second electricallType: GrantFiled: May 12, 2011Date of Patent: April 22, 2014Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, Ltd.Inventors: Marinko Lazanja, Matthew Zuzga, Sergiu Csonti, Syed Iqbal, Igor Spasojevic, Tim Normand
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Patent number: 8544942Abstract: A heated seat (302) comprising: a cushion with one or more trench (30) areas; a heater (300) comprising: a carrier (2) with a periphery, the carrier (2) further including: a first electrically functional layer (4) that is made of a conductive material that substantially circumscribes at least a portion of the carrier (2); and a second electrically functional layer (8) that is made of a resistive material; one or more electrical conductors {12} attached to the first electrically functional layer; a trim layer (40) that covers the cushion when the heater is placed over the cushion, and wherein the periphery includes a first side edge (18) and a second side edge (20), and each side edge includes a cutout (26), and the cutouts are located adjacent to each other—forming a neck portion (28); wherein the heater is attached to the cushion by placing an attachment device (32) over the neck portion (28) of the heater and securing one or both ends of the attachment, device (32) to the cushion so that the neck portion (2Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2011Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, Ltd.Inventors: Marinko Lazanja, Matthew Zuzga, Sergiu Csonti, Syed Rafat Iqbal, Igor Spasojevic, Tim Normand
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Publication number: 20130186884Abstract: A heater comprising: (a) a non-woven heating layer having: a forward surface, a rearward surface, and a plurality of edges around a periphery of the heating layer; (b) two or more connections to a power source; wherein the heating layer is made up of a plurality of individual fibers that are randomly oriented; and wherein substantially all of the non-woven heating layer produces heat when power is to the non-woven heating layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2013Publication date: July 25, 2013Applicant: W.E.T. AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, LTD.Inventor: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, Ltd.
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Publication number: 20130106147Abstract: A heated seat (302) comprising: a cushion with one or more trench (30) areas; a heater (300) comprising: a carrier (2) with a periphery, the carrier (2) further including: a first electrically functional layer (4) that is made of a conductive material that substantially circumscribes at least a portion of the carrier (2); and a second electrically functional layer (8) that is made of a resistive material; one or more electrical conductors {12} attached to the first electrically functional layer; a trim layer (40) that covers the cushion when the heater is placed over the cushion, and wherein the periphery includes a first side edge (18) and a second side edge (20), and each side edge includes a cutout (26), and the cutouts are located adjacent to each other—forming a neck portion (28); wherein the heater is attached to the cushion by placing an attachment device (32) over the neck portion (28) of the heater and securing one or both ends of the attachment, device (32) to the cushion so that the neck portion (2Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2011Publication date: May 2, 2013Applicant: W.E.T. AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, LTD.Inventors: Marinko Lazanja, Matthew Zuzga, Sergiu Csonti, Syed Rafat Iqbal, Igor Spasojevic, Tim Normand
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Publication number: 20130106148Abstract: There is disclosed an insert suitable for use within a seating system of an automotive vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2012Publication date: May 2, 2013Applicant: W.E.T. AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS LTD.Inventor: W.E.T. AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS LTD.
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Publication number: 20130068748Abstract: A heater comprising: at least one carrier comprising: a first electrically functional layer disposed on the carrier; a second electrically functional layer disposed on the carrier and in contact with the first electrically functional layer; and one or more electrical conductors connected to the first electrically functional layers for applying power to the heater; wherein the heater includes one or more of the following features: (1) heating around the through holes in the heater (2) variable widths of the electrically functional layers so that the current density in the heating regions is constant; (3) multiple discrete carriers that are electrically connected; and (4) split buss bars that provide an equal current density around the through holes and to the heating regions.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2012Publication date: March 21, 2013Applicant: W.E.T. AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, LTD.Inventor: W.E.T. AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, LTD.
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Patent number: 8309892Abstract: There is disclosed a control system for operating automotive vehicle components. The control system typically includes at least a control module programmed with instructions for controlling a heater, a ventilator or both.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 2010Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive System, LtdInventors: Lucas Fernandez, Konstantin Majarov
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Patent number: 8253071Abstract: This invention relates to a flat heating element (20), in particular for heating surfaces in contact with the user in the passenger compartment of a vehicle, comprising at least one electrical conductor (25). According to the invention, the electrical conductivity of at least one of these electrical conductors (25) is at least temporarily reduced if the temperature thereof at least locally exceeds a permissible maximum temperature.Type: GrantFiled: December 11, 2006Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, Ltd.Inventor: Michael Weiss
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Patent number: 8235462Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention provides a ventilated seat with a valve sheet having one or more valve assemblies. The valve sheet maybe on a frame of the seat. The valve assemblies open in response to a force such as a force applied by an individual occupying the seat. In another aspect, the present invention provides a method of thermally regulating a seat by occupying a seat with a valve sheet. By occupying the seat one or more valves assemblies open air moving though the open valve assemblies thermally regulates the seat.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2011Date of Patent: August 7, 2012Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, Ltd.Inventors: Goran Bajic, Marinko Lazanja, Zoran Panic, Boris Zlotin, Peter Ulan, Vladimir Gerasimov, Vladimir Proseanik
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Publication number: 20110226751Abstract: A heated seat comprising: a cushion with one or more trench areas; a heater comprising: a carrier with a periphery, the carrier further including: a first electrically functional layer that is made of a conductive material that substantially circumscribes at least a portion of the carrier; and a second electrically functional layer that is made of a resistive material; one or more electrical conductors attached to the first electrically functional layer; a trim layer that covers the cushion when the heater is placed over the cushion; and wherein the periphery includes a first side edge and a second side edge, and each side edge includes a cutout, and the cutouts are located adjacent to each other forming a neck portion; wherein the heater is attached to the cushion by placing an attachment device over the neck portion of the heater and securing one or both ends of the attachment device to the cushion so that the neck portion is pulled into the trench; wherein the neck portion is free of the second electricallType: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2011Publication date: September 22, 2011Applicant: W.E.T. AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, LTD.Inventors: Marinko Lazanja, Matthew Zuzga, Sergiu Csonti, Syed Iqbal, Igor Spasojevic, Tim Normand
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Patent number: 7356912Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a method of forming a ventilated seat. More specifically, in one aspect, the present invention is directed towards providing an insert in fluid communications with an air mover and a seating surface, wherein the system optionally includes a thermoelectric device for providing heating or cooling of air flowing through the insert.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2004Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, Ltd.Inventors: Syed R. Iqbal, Corina S. Alionte, Goran Bajic, Shaun C. Howick, Zoran Panic, Valerija Drobnjakovic, Marinko Lazanja, Simone Köhler, Peter Nägele, Stefan Stoewe, Boris Zlotin, Piter Ulan, Vladimir Gerasimov, Vladimir Proseanik
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Patent number: 7338117Abstract: The present invention relates to a ventilated seat having an insert with a seat portion, and having a flow control layer with first and second ports, a spacer having an inlay and a main portion, and a first fluid barrier where the inlay is substantially isolated from the main portion by a fluid-tight boundary. The present invention also relates to a ventilated seat having an insert with a seat portion and having a first flow control layer with at least one port, a first and a second spacer, and a fluid barrier comprising at least one port. The present invention also relates to a ventilated seat with an insert having a seat portion and having a flow control layer with a port and a plurality of flow holes in the seat portion, a spacer, a fluid barrier and at least one conduit with a plurality of flow holes located adjacent to the seat portion of the flow control layer. The seat also may include a fan in fluid communication with the spacer and a fluid conditioning device.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2004Date of Patent: March 4, 2008Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive System, Ltd.Inventors: Syed Rafat Iqbal, Corina Simona Alionte, Goran Bajic, Shaun Calvin Howick, Zoran Panic, Valerija Drobnjakovic, Marinko Lazanja, Simone Kohler, Peter Nagele, Stefan Stoewe, Boris Zlotin, Piter Ulan, Vladimir Gerasimov, Vladimir Proseanik
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Patent number: 7274007Abstract: There is disclosed a control system for operating automotive vehicle components. The control system typically includes at least a control module programmed with instructions for controlling a heater, a ventilator or both.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2004Date of Patent: September 25, 2007Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems Ltd.Inventors: Lucas Fernandez, Konstantin Majarov
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Patent number: 7205510Abstract: There is disclosed a heater for an automotive vehicle or other article of manufacture. The heater typically includes a first conductive medium and a second conductive medium disposed upon a carrier. In a preferred embodiment, the first conductive medium includes a first section and a second section that are electrically connected by a second conductive medium. The second conductive medium preferably exhibits a positive thermal coefficient.Type: GrantFiled: March 21, 2005Date of Patent: April 17, 2007Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems Ltd.Inventor: Shaun Howick
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Patent number: 7197801Abstract: There is disclosed a method of manufacturing an insert suitable for placement within a seat of an automotive vehicle. The insert preferably includes multiple layers, one of which includes a heater for providing an occupant of the seat with warmth. The insert also preferably includes a blower or air pump for providing ventilation and/or cooling to the seat occupant.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2006Date of Patent: April 3, 2007Assignees: W.E.T. Automotive Systems Ltd., Johnson Control Technology CompanyInventors: Goran Bajic, Lindy Brennan, Brennon Lewis White, Anne Patrice Liss, Lucas Fernandez, Valerija Drobnjakovic, Marinko Lazanja
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Patent number: 7052091Abstract: There is disclosed an insert suitable for placement within a seat of an automotive vehicle. The insert preferably includes multiple layers, one of which includes a heater for providing an occupant of the seat with warmth. The insert also preferably includes a blower or air pump for providing ventilation and/or cooling to the seat occupant.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2005Date of Patent: May 30, 2006Assignees: W.E.T. Automotive Systems Ltd., Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Goran Bajic, Lindy Brennan, Brennon Lewis White, Anne Patrice Liss, Lucas Fernandez, Valerija Drobnjakovic, Marinko Lazanja
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Patent number: 6893086Abstract: There is disclosed an insert suitable for placement within a seat of an automotive vehicle. The insert preferably includes multiple layers, one of which includes a heater for providing an occupant of the seat with warmth. The insert also preferably includes a blower or air pump for providing ventilation and/or cooling to the seat occupant.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2003Date of Patent: May 17, 2005Assignees: W.E.T. Automotive Systems Ltd., Johnson Controls Technology CompanyInventors: Goran Bajic, Lindy Brennan, Brennon Lewis White, Anne Patrice Liss, Lucas Fernandez, Valerija Drobnjakovic, Marinko Lazanja
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Patent number: D661793Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2011Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive Systems, LtdInventors: Igor Spasojevic, Syed Rafat Iqbal, Tim Normand
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Patent number: D661794Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2011Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: W.E.T. Automotive System, LtdInventors: Igor Spasojevic, Syed Rafat Iqbal, Tim Normand