Patents by Inventor Daniel B. McGowan

Daniel B. McGowan 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: 10100982
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) module includes a base that is conductive and is selectively covered with an insulative layer. The base can include a connecting flange and a light emitting region. Traces are provided on the insulative coating and can be used to connect LEDs positioned on the light emitting region to pads on the connecting flange. The connecting flange can be offset in angle and/or position from the base and can be configured to provide a contact shape suitable to mate with a connector in a polarized manner. The base can be shaped so as to provide the desired functionality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2018
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, Michael C. Picini
  • Patent number: 10094539
    Abstract: A LED system is disclosed that includes a fixture with a module mounted in the fixture. The fixture includes a bottom wall with a socket. The module mounts in the socket and is biased into a mated condition with two magnets. The socket includes pads that are engaged by terminals that are supported by the module. A power supply can be mounted on a back side of the fixture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2018
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Megan E. Serwacki, Gregory Kuchuris, Daniel B. McGowan, Timothy Canzano, Christopher Blount, Victor Zaderej
  • Publication number: 20180269614
    Abstract: An embodiment includes a holder assembly with terminals that are supported by insert molding. The terminals are electrically connector to conductors, which can be covered with an insulative covering, and thus provide easy to connector holder assemblies. The holder can include features that allow an LED module to be inserted into a recess in the housing and retained via a friction fit. Such a configuration allows the assembly to be shipped as an assembly without the need to solder the LED module to the holder and while still ensuring a reliable electrical connection between the LED module and the corresponding holder assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2018
    Publication date: September 20, 2018
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, David Rios
  • Patent number: 9985375
    Abstract: An embodiment includes a holder assembly with terminals that are supported by insert molding. The terminals are electrically connector to conductors, which can be covered with an insulative covering, and thus provide easy to connector holder assemblies. The holder can include features that allow an LED module to be inserted into a recess in the housing and retained via a friction fit. Such a configuration allows the assembly to be shipped as an assembly without the need to solder the LED module to the holder and while still ensuring a reliable electrical connection between the LED module and the corresponding holder assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2018
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, David Rios
  • Publication number: 20180080610
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) module includes a base that is conductive and is selectively covered with an insulative layer. The base can include a connecting flange and a light emitting region. Traces are provided on the insulative coating and can be used to connect LEDs positioned on the light emitting region to pads on the connecting flange. The connecting flange can be offset in angle and/or position from the base and can be configured to provide a contact shape suitable to mate with a connector in a polarized manner. The base can be shaped so as to provide the desired functionality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2017
    Publication date: March 22, 2018
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, Michael C. Picini
  • Patent number: 9829159
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) module includes a base that is conductive and is selectively covered with an insulative layer. The base can include a connecting flange and a light emitting region. Traces are provided on the insulative coating and can be used to connect LEDs positioned on the light emitting region to pads on the connecting flange. The connecting flange can be offset in angle and/or position from the base and can be configured to provide a contact shape suitable to mate with a connector in a polarized manner. The base can be shaped so as to provide the desired functionality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2017
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, Michael C. Picini
  • Patent number: 9791140
    Abstract: An LED array is mounted on a base that is thermally coupled to a heat spreader. At least one aperture is provided between the support area and an edge of the heat spreader. The heat spreader may be coupled to a thermal pad which has sufficient thermal conductivity and is sufficiently thin to allow the thermal resistivity between the heat spreader and a corresponding heat sink to be below a predetermined value.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 17, 2017
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Victor Zaderej, Daniel B. McGowan, Michael C. Picini
  • Patent number: 9759415
    Abstract: An illumination module is provided that can be inserted into a receptacle that includes a wall and may be mounted on a support surface, such as a heat sink, and the illumination module include a cover and an LED assembly rotateably coupled to the cover. The LED assembly seats within the receptacle which causes terminals of the LED assembly to align with contacts on the receptacle. One of the cover and the receptacle can have a plurality of ramps and the other a plurality of shoulders. The cover can be rotated relative to the receptacle to cause the shoulders to slide relative to the ramps so as to direct the LED assembly into the receptacle. When the LED assembly is attached to the receptacle, the terminals on the LED assembly mate with the contacts on the receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Victor Zaderej, Daniel B. McGowan, Dan Q. Nguyen, Barbara Grzegorzewska, Michael C. Picini
  • Publication number: 20170064782
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) fixture is provided. The fixture includes a housing that supports an LED array. A power supply can be coupled to the housing via a connector. A controller with a constant current driver can be configured to actuate the LED array. In an embodiment the controller can be configured to control operation of the LED array based on a sensed signal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2015
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Victor ZADEREJ, Christopher BLOUNT, Megan E. SERWACKI, Daniel B. McGOWAN
  • Patent number: 9581317
    Abstract: A holder is configured to support an LED array and includes terminals that have an insulation displacement portion (IDP) and contacts to electrically connect to the LED array. An LED module can be provided that supports a holder and an LED array. The LED module includes a housing with a floor and a wall that extends from the floor to define a first enclosure that receives the holder and LED array. The floor includes one or more channels that allow insulated conductors to extend through the floor and engage the IDP so as to provide power to the LED array.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Gregory P. Meyer, Daniel B. McGowan
  • Publication number: 20160363298
    Abstract: A LED system is disclosed that includes a fixture with a module mounted in the fixture. The fixture includes a bottom wall with a socket. The module mounts in the socket and is biased into a mated condition with two magnets. The socket includes pads that are engaged by terminals that are supported by the module. A power supply can be mounted on a back side of the fixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2015
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Applicant: MOLEX INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Megan E. SERWACKI, Gregory KUCHURIS, Daniel B. McGOWAN, Timothy CANZANO, Christopher BLOUNT, Victor ZADEREJ
  • Patent number: 9494303
    Abstract: A holder is disclosed that is configured to secure an LED array in position. An LED module is disclosed that includes an LED array that can be mounted to a suitable substrate and includes the holder the retain the LED array. The holder includes a housing that supports terminals that provide an electrical path to the LED array from an electrical power source. The housing and terminal provide a wire trap so that a conductor can be electrically connected to the LED array without the need for solder attach. The holder can be a one-piece or two-piece design.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, Carlos Carranza, Fred Jaklic
  • Patent number: 9470408
    Abstract: An illumination system may include a receiver which is mounted on a support surface, such as a heat sink, and a light module that may include a cover and an LED assembly. The LED assembly is rotateably attached to the cover and seats within the receiver. The receiver may have touch-safe terminals attached thereto for providing power to the LED assembly. The LED assembly may include a cup which enables potting material to be easily included in the assembly during manufacturing. When the LED assembly is attached to the receiver, blades on the LED assembly mate with the terminals on the receiver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2016
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, Victor Zaderej, Mark A. Cole
  • Publication number: 20160208987
    Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) module includes a base that is conductive and is selectively covered with an insulative layer. The base can include a connecting flange and a light emitting region. Traces are provided on the insulative coating and can be used to connect LEDs positioned on the light emitting region to pads on the connecting flange. The connecting flange can be offset in angle and/or position from the base and can be configured to provide a contact shape suitable to mate with a connector in a polarized manner. The base can be shaped so as to provide the desired functionality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2014
    Publication date: July 21, 2016
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, Michael C. Picini
  • Publication number: 20160205799
    Abstract: An energy consumption device includes a housing that supports a first and second terminal. An energy consuming module, which may include a light emitting diode array, is supported by the housing and is thermally coupled to a thermal bridge that extends below a lower surface of the housing. A cover can be positioned so as to secure the energy consuming module between the cover and the housing. A plurality of magnets can be configured to secure the energy consumption device to a rail that supports powered contacts so that the first and second terminals engage the powered contacts and the thermal bridge is pressed against the rail.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2016
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Victor Zaderej, Daniel B. McGowan, Megan Serwacki
  • Publication number: 20160186974
    Abstract: An illumination module is provided that can be inserted into a receptacle that includes a wall and may be mounted on a support surface, such as a heat sink, and the illumination module include a cover and an LED assembly rotateably coupled to the cover. The LED assembly seats within the receptacle which causes terminals of the LED assembly to align with contacts on the receptacle. One of the cover and the receptacle can have a plurality of ramps and the other a plurality of shoulders. The cover can be rotated relative to the receptacle to cause the shoulders to slide relative to the ramps so as to direct the LED assembly into the receptacle. When the LED assembly is attached to the receptacle, the terminals on the LED assembly mate with the contacts on the receptacle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2015
    Publication date: June 30, 2016
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Victor Zaderej, Daniel B. McGowan, Dan Q. Nguyen, Barbara Grzegorzewska, Michael C. Picini
  • Publication number: 20160178167
    Abstract: An embodiment includes a holder assembly with terminals that are supported by insert molding. The terminals are electrically connector to conductors, which can be covered with an insulative covering, and thus provide easy to connector holder assemblies. The holder can include features that allow an LED module to be inserted into a recess in the housing and retained via a friction fit. Such a configuration allows the assembly to be shipped as an assembly without the need to solder the LED module to the holder and while still ensuring a reliable electrical connection between the LED module and the corresponding holder assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2014
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel B. McGowan, David Rios
  • Patent number: 9335101
    Abstract: An LED array is thermally coupled to a heat spreader and a heat sink. The heat sink has a base and a plurality of fins extending from the base. Each fin includes a lower portion which extends outwardly from the base and downwardly from the heat spreader, and an upper portion that extends upwardly from the base and is offset from the lower portion so as to form a junction. An aperture may be provided through each junction to allow air to pass therethrough. The heat spreader may also have fins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel G. Achammer, Daniel B. McGowan, Victor Zaderej
  • Patent number: 9301416
    Abstract: An energy consumption device includes a housing that supports a first and second terminal. An energy consuming module, which may include a light emitting diode array, is supported by the housing and is thermally coupled to a thermal bridge that extends below a lower surface of the housing. A cover can be positioned so as to secure the energy consuming module between the cover and the housing. A plurality of magnets can be configured to secure the energy consumption device to a rail that supports powered contacts so that the first and second terminals engage the powered contacts and the thermal bridge is pressed against the rail.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2016
    Assignee: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Victor V. Zaderej, Daniel B. McGowan, Megan Serwacki
  • Publication number: 20160040838
    Abstract: An LED assembly is provided that includes a plurality of LEDs placed along a frame. The plurality of LEDs can include red LEDs, green LEDs and blue LEDs. In an embodiment, the frame can include a common ground and a separate power trace for each color so that the output of each color can be controlled separately. A connector can be integrated into the frame. Terminals can be molded into the frame. Traces can be connected to the terminals so as to provide a three-dimensional circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: February 11, 2016
    Applicant: Molex, LLC
    Inventors: Victor ZADEREJ, Daniel B. MCGOWAN