Patents by Inventor Christian Lehmann

Christian Lehmann 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: 11951974
    Abstract: A drive unit and a drive assembly and a motor vehicle. The drive unit includes a first electric machine and a second electric machine and an output shaft, wherein a rotor of the second electric machine is connected to the output shaft for conjoint rotation. The drive unit further includes a disconnect clutch by which a rotor of the first electric machine can be connected to the output shaft. The drive unit further includes power electronics for controlling at least one of the two electric machines and a flow system for implementing a flow of a coolant, and the drive unit, being a component in the flow system, further includes a heat exchanger by which the coolant can be cooled. The drive unit and the drive assembly constitute equipment that allows control of individual assemblies in an efficient manner and with a low space requirement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2024
    Assignee: Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG
    Inventors: Steffen Lehmann, Andreas Trinkenschuh, Nicolai Gramann, Christian Silvery, Andreas Bexel, Gregor Muller
  • Publication number: 20240067204
    Abstract: A method for setting up a virtual ad hoc network for transmitting at least one piece of information to a first transportation vehicle as a first network subscriber. The method includes the information being provided based on first data from at least one second network subscriber, and at least one second network subscriber being a second transportation vehicle or an infrastructure component; wherein a motor-vehicle-external, central data processing device receives second data from multiple potential second network subscribers and takes the second data and at least one space-time parameter as a basis for determining the second network subscribers and setting up the virtual ad hoc network with the first transportation vehicle, as the first network subscriber, and the determined second network subscribers, the space-time parameter defining a specific area of relevance that has a predetermined physical and temporal correlation with the current position of the first transportation vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2023
    Publication date: February 29, 2024
    Inventors: Christian BRUNS, Jakob SPIEGELBERG, Jan SONNENBERG, Bernd LEHMANN, Laura FIEBACK, Marius SPIKA, Tatjana KRUSCHA, Fabian GALETZKA, Benjamin GROß, Jan KEMPA, Christoph KÖNIG, Marvin SCHRÖDER
  • Patent number: 11905713
    Abstract: A coupling system for mounting a tile to an outer surface of a building is disclosed. In one embodiment, the coupling system includes support tracks arranged and configured to couple the tile to the building. The support tracks may include integrally formed clips for coupling with the tiles. The clips may be arranged and configured to couple to a top portion of a lower tile and a bottom portion of an upper tile. Additionally, and/or alternatively, the coupling system may include a gasket coupled to the support tracks. The gasket may include first and second arms. The support tracks may include integrally formed, first and second inwardly extending legs for receiving the first and second arms, respectively, of the gasket. In use, the coupling system facilitates faster and easier manufacturability and assembly as compared to other known systems thus providing a more cost-effective solution, particularly when used with smaller tiles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: Hunter Douglas Inc.
    Inventors: Christian Lehmann, Xiang Li
  • Publication number: 20240048688
    Abstract: A video encoder is disclosed that is configured to encode a slice of a current picture into a data stream by partitioning the slice into rows of Coding Tree Units (CTUs), select a CTU dependency offset for the slice out of a plurality of CTU dependency offsets, the CTU dependency offset indicating a minimum CTU offset between consecutive CTU rows to be obeyed by a decoder when decoding CTU rows in parallel, and signal the CTU dependency offset in the data stream. The CTU dependency offset is selected based on a slice type of the slice.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2023
    Publication date: February 8, 2024
    Inventors: Valeri GEORGE, Tobia HINZ, Jackie MA, Jens BRANDENBURG, Christian LEHMANN, Adam WIECKOWSKI, Heiko SCHWARZ, Detlev MARPE, Thomas WIEGAND, Thomas SCHIERL
  • Publication number: 20230412803
    Abstract: A video decoder for decoding an encoded video signal including encoded picture data and indication data of a picture of a video to reconstruct the picture of the video is provided. The video decoder includes an interface configured for receiving the encoded video signal, and a data decoder configured for reconstructing the picture of the video by decoding the encoded picture data using the indication data. The picture is partitioned into a plurality of coding areas. One or more coding areas of the plurality of coding areas include two or more coding tree units of the plurality of coding tree units, wherein each coding area of the one or more coding areas which includes two or more coding tree units exhibits a coding order for the two or more coding tree units of the coding area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 14, 2023
    Publication date: December 21, 2023
    Inventors: Valeri GEORGE, Tobias HINZ, Jackie MA, Yago SÁNCHEZ DE LA FUENTE, Robert SKUPIN, Thomas SCHIERL, Jens BRANDENBURG, Christian LEHMANN, Adam WIECKOWSKI, Heiko SCHWARZ, Detlev MARPE, Thomas WIEGAND
  • Patent number: 11805241
    Abstract: Concepts are described which enable improved suitability of a respective codec for parallel processing at encoder and/or decoder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 31, 2023
    Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
    Inventors: Valeri George, Tobias Hinz, Jackie Ma, Jens Brandenburg, Christian Lehmann, Adam Wieckowski, Heiko Schwarz, Detlev Marpe, Thomas Wiegand, Thomas Schierl
  • Patent number: 11770528
    Abstract: A video decoder for decoding an encoded video signal including encoded picture data and indication data of a picture of a video to reconstruct the picture of the video is provided. The video decoder includes an interface configured for receiving the encoded video signal, and a data decoder configured for reconstructing the picture of the video by decoding the encoded picture data using the indication data. The picture is partitioned into a plurality of coding areas. One or more coding areas of the plurality of coding areas include two or more coding tree units of the plurality of coding tree units, wherein each coding area of the one or more coding areas which includes two or more coding tree units exhibits a coding order for the two or more coding tree units of the coding area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2023
    Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
    Inventors: Valeri George, Tobias Hinz, Jackie Ma, Yago Sánchez De La Fuente, Robert Skupin, Thomas Schierl, Jens Brandenburg, Christian Lehmann, Adam Wieckowski, Heiko Schwarz, Detlev Marpe, Thomas Wiegand
  • Publication number: 20230276047
    Abstract: Video codec for supporting temporal inter-prediction, configured to perform padding of an area of a referenced portion of a reference picture which extends beyond a border of the reference picture, which referenced portion is referenced by an inter predicted block of a current picture by selecting one of a plurality of intra-prediction modes, and padding the area using the selected intra-prediction mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2023
    Publication date: August 31, 2023
    Inventors: Jens BRADENBURG, Tobias HINZ, Adam WIECKOWSKI, Jackie MA, Valeri GEORGE, Christian LEHMANN, Heiko SCHWARZ, Detlev MARPE, Thomas WIEGAND, Robert SKUPIN, Yago SÁNCHEZ DE LA FUENTE, Thomas SCHIERL
  • Publication number: 20230255897
    Abstract: The present application relates to methods and uses of CB2 target agent local anaesthetics such as beta-caryophyllene for treatment of interstitial cystitis in a subject, optionally together with the administration or use of an additional agent for treating interstitial cystitis such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) or methylsulfonylmethane (MSM).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2023
    Publication date: August 17, 2023
    Inventors: Melanie Kelly, Christian Lehmann, Mary Lynch
  • Patent number: 11686103
    Abstract: A coupling system for mounting a tile to a framework of a building is disclosed. In one example of an embodiment, the coupling system includes a support bar arranged and configured for coupling to the tile and one or more clips coupled to the support bar. In one example of an embodiment, the clips include a tile-mounting opening for coupling the clips to the support bar and a frame-mounting opening for coupling the clips to the framework of the building to thereby couple the tile to the framework of the building. In one example of an embodiment, the support bar is arranged and configured for receipt within a longitudinal channel formed in the tile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2023
    Assignee: HUNTER DOUGLAS INC.
    Inventor: Christian Lehmann
  • Patent number: 11683485
    Abstract: Video codec for supporting temporal inter-prediction, configured to perform padding of an area of a referenced portion of a reference picture which extends beyond a border of the reference picture, which referenced portion is referenced by an inter predicted block of a current picture by selecting one of a plurality of intra-prediction modes, and padding the area using the selected intra-prediction mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2023
    Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
    Inventors: Jens Brandenburg, Tobias Hinz, Adam Wieckowski, Jackie Ma, Valeri George, Christian Lehmann, Heiko Schwarz, Detlev Marpe, Thomas Wiegand, Robert Skupin, Yago Sánchez De La Fuente, Thomas Schierl
  • Publication number: 20220248010
    Abstract: A video decoder for decoding an encoded video signal including encoded picture data and indication data of a picture of a video to reconstruct the picture of the video is provided. The video decoder includes an interface configured for receiving the encoded video signal, and a data decoder configured for reconstructing the picture of the video by decoding the encoded picture data using the indication data. The picture is partitioned into a plurality of coding areas. One or more coding areas of the plurality of coding areas include two or more coding tree units of the plurality of coding tree units, wherein each coding area of the one or more coding areas which includes two or more coding tree units exhibits a coding order for the two or more coding tree units of the coding area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2022
    Publication date: August 4, 2022
    Inventors: Valeri George, Tobias Hinz, Jackie Ma, Yago Sánchez De La Fuente, Robert Skupin, Thomas Schierl, Jens Brandenburg, Christian Lehmann, Adam Wieckowski, Heiko Schwarz, Detlev Marpe, Thomas Wiegand
  • Publication number: 20220195736
    Abstract: A coupling system for mounting a tile to an outer surface of a building is disclosed. In one embodiment, the coupling system includes support tracks arranged and configured to couple the tile to the building. The support tracks may include integrally formed clips for coupling with the tiles. The clips may be arranged and configured to couple to a top portion of a lower tile and a bottom portion of an upper tile. Additionally, and/or alternatively, the coupling system may include a gasket coupled to the support tracks. The gasket may include first and second arms. The support tracks may include integrally formed, first and second inwardly extending legs for receiving the first and second arms, respectively, of the gasket. In use, the coupling system facilitates faster and easier manufacturability and assembly as compared to other known systems thus providing a more cost-effective solution, particularly when used with smaller tiles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2020
    Publication date: June 23, 2022
    Applicant: Hunter Douglas Inc.
    Inventors: Christian Lehmann, Xiang Li
  • Publication number: 20220170274
    Abstract: A coupling system for mounting a tile to a framework of a building is disclosed. In one example of an embodiment, the coupling system includes a support bar arranged and configured for coupling to the tile and one or more clips coupled to the support bar. In one example of an embodiment, the clips include a tile-mounting opening for coupling the clips to the support bar and a frame-mounting opening for coupling the clips to the framework of the building to thereby couple the tile to the framework of the building. In one example of an embodiment, the support bar is arranged and configured for receipt within a longitudinal channel formed in the tile.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2022
    Publication date: June 2, 2022
    Applicant: Hunter Douglas Inc.
    Inventor: Christian LEHMANN
  • Patent number: 11336890
    Abstract: A video decoder for decoding an encoded video signal including encoded picture data and indication data of a picture of a video to reconstruct the picture of the video is provided. The video decoder includes an interface configured for receiving the encoded video signal, and a data decoder configured for reconstructing the picture of the video by decoding the encoded picture data using the indication data. The picture is partitioned into a plurality of coding areas. One or more coding areas of the plurality of coding areas include two or more coding tree units of the plurality of coding tree units, wherein each coding area of the one or more coding areas which includes two or more coding tree units exhibits a coding order for the two or more coding tree units of the coding area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Forderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
    Inventors: Valeri George, Tobias Hinz, Jackie Ma, Yago Sánchez De La Fuente, Robert Skupin, Thomas Schierl, Jens Brandenburg, Christian Lehmann, Adam Wieckowski, Heiko Schwarz, Detlev Marpe, Thomas Wiegand
  • Publication number: 20220132108
    Abstract: Video codec for supporting temporal inter-prediction, configured to perform padding of an area of a referenced portion of a reference picture which extends beyond a border of the reference picture, which referenced portion is referenced by an inter predicted block of a current picture by selecting one of a plurality of intra-prediction modes, and padding the area using the selected intra-prediction mode.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2022
    Publication date: April 28, 2022
    Inventors: Jens BRANDENBURG, Tobias HINZ, Adam WIECKOWSKI, Jackie MA, Valeri GEORGE, Christian LEHMANN, Heiko SCHWARZ, Detlev MARPE, Thomas WIEGAND, Robert SKUPIN, Yago SÁNCHEZ DE LA FUENTE, Thomas SCHIERL
  • Patent number: 11286675
    Abstract: A coupling system for mounting a tile to a framework of a building is disclosed. In one example of an embodiment, the coupling system includes a support bar arranged and configured for coupling to the tile and one or more clips coupled to the support bar. In one example of an embodiment, the clips include a tile-mounting opening for coupling the clips to the support bar and a frame-mounting opening for coupling the clips to the framework of the building to thereby couple the tile to the framework of the building. In one example of an embodiment, the support bar is arranged and configured for receipt within a longitudinal channel formed in the tile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2022
    Assignee: Hunter Douglas Inc.
    Inventor: Christian Lehmann
  • Patent number: 11233989
    Abstract: Video codec for supporting temporal inter-prediction, configured to perform padding of an area of a referenced portion of a reference picture which extends beyond a border of the reference picture, which referenced portion is referenced by an inter predicted block of a current picture by selecting one of a plurality of intra-prediction modes, and padding the area using the selected intra-prediction mode.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2022
    Assignee: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
    Inventors: Jens Brandenburg, Tobias Hinz, Adam Wieckowski, Jackie Ma, Valeri George, Christian Lehmann, Heiko Schwarz, Detlev Marpe, Thomas Wiegand, Robert Skupin, Yago Sánchez De La Fuente, Thomas Schierl
  • Publication number: 20210177771
    Abstract: The present application relates to methods and uses of CB2 target agent local anaesthetics such as beta-caryophyllene for treatment of interstitial cystitis in a subject, optionally together with the administration or use of an additional agent for treating interstitial cystitis such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) or methylsulfonylmethane (MSM).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2021
    Publication date: June 17, 2021
    Inventors: Melanie Kelly, Christian Lehmann, Mary Lynch
  • Patent number: D962048
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Assignee: Hunter Douglas Inc.
    Inventors: Christian Lehmann, Xiang Li