Patents by Inventor Charles E. Zimmermann

Charles E. Zimmermann 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).

  • Patent number: 4967654
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for setting a plurality of print wheels, in an automated cable making machine for imprinting a desired set of characters onto a connector housing. The method includes a unique way of homing each of the print wheels to a known position prior to setting the print wheels to their desired print positions. This is a done by rotating each print wheel until a rod, which is constrained to move only along its longitudinal axis, can be inserted into an opening in the print wheel. This prevents further rotation of the print wheel thereby indicating that the wheel is in its home position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 1989
    Date of Patent: November 6, 1990
    Assignee: AMP Incorporated
    Inventors: Michael D. Strong, Charles E. Zimmermann
  • Patent number: 4551126
    Abstract: Corrugated carton is moved between sprayers which apply water to the score lines of each major end flap and on opposite sides of the score bar about 1" up on the flap and 1" down on the panel. The major flaps are then bent into closed position and while bent, heat is applied to raise the temperature of the wet areas until the same are dry. Then, the bending means and heat are removed. Each end flap assumes a substantially closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 1983
    Date of Patent: November 5, 1985
    Assignee: Wayne Automation Corp.
    Inventors: A. David Johnson, Jr., Joseph L. Bachman, Jr., George E. Ginther, Sr., Charles E. Zimmermann, Albert D. Johnson, Sr.
  • Patent number: PP15663
    Abstract: A new hop plant (Humulus lupulus) is disclosed. The new variety is used for its aromatic properties. The new variety is moderately tolerant to powdery mildew, and produces a medium size moderately compact cone with good pickability and storageability. The cones mature relatively late, and produce an exceptional yield of approximately 2200 to 3000 pounds per acre (2466 to 3363 kg/ha).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2005
    Assignee: Select Botanicals Group, L.L.C.
    Inventor: Charles E. Zimmermann
  • Patent number: PP12213
    Abstract: A new hop plant variety is disclosed. The new variety is used for its bittering and aromatic properties. The new variety is moderately tolerant to powdery mildew and Sphaerotheca. The new variety produces a medium size compact cone with good pickability and storageability. The cones mature early, and yield a crop of 2650 to 2880 pounds per acre (2970 to 3230 kg/ha).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Assignee: Yakima Chief Ranches, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles E. Zimmermann
  • Patent number: PP12401
    Abstract: The new hop plant variety is a bittering-type cultivar of recent origin. Its bittering and aromatic properties are similar to the Galena hop variety. However, unlike Galena which is susceptible to powdery mildew, the new variety is moderately tolerant to powdery mildew. It is also tolerant to Sphaerotheca. The new variety produces a medium size cone with fair to good pickability, and fair to good storageability. Harvest is medium-late, with a crop yield of 2450 to 2550 pounds per acre (2750 to 2860 kg/ha).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2002
    Assignee: Yakima Chief Ranches, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles E. Zimmermann
  • Patent number: PP12404
    Abstract: A new hop plant variety is disclosed. The variety is a cultivar of recent origin, used for its bittering and aromatic properties. The new variety is moderately tolerant to powdery mildew and Sphaerotheca. The new variety produces a medium size cone with good pickability and storageability. The cones mature relatively late, and crop yield is 2750 to 3000 pounds per acre (3080 to 3360 kg/ha).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2002
    Assignee: Yakima Chief Ranches, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles E. Zimmermann
  • Patent number: PP10956
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of hop, Humulus lupulus L., named Columbus, has a superior yield of cones and a superior content of alpha acids in its resin. The new variety was cultivated as a result of a cross at a nursery near Prosser, Wash., United States, and has been asexually reproduced in and about Yakima, Wash., United States.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 15, 1999
    Assignee: Hopunion USA
    Inventors: Gregory K. Lewis, Charles E. Zimmermann, Henry Hazenberg