Patents by Inventor Daniel J. Klenk

Daniel J. Klenk 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: 11444406
    Abstract: The present disclosure is for an electrical connector assembly for a vehicle, among other apparatuses known in the art utilizing electrical connectors. The electrical connector assembly is comprised of a connector body and a terminal coupled to the connector body. The electrical connector assembly also comprises a wire harness having a lead. A connector is coupled to the lead and to the terminal, and the connector establishes an electrical connection between the lead and the terminal. The connector and the terminal each have a portion that forms one end of a poka-yoke connection. The connector and the terminal are welded to secure and maintain the respective electrical connection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Assignee: Steering Solutions IP Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel J. Klenk, Delynn Streng, Mike J. Srda
  • Publication number: 20220085543
    Abstract: The present disclosure is for an electrical connector assembly for a vehicle, among other apparatuses known in the art utilizing electrical connectors. The electrical connector assembly is comprised of a connector body and a terminal coupled to the connector body. The electrical connector assembly also comprises a wire harness having a lead. A connector is coupled to the lead and to the terminal, and the connector establishes an electrical connection between the lead and the terminal. The connector and the terminal each have a portion that forms one end of a poka-yoke connection. The connector and the terminal are welded to secure and maintain the respective electrical connection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2020
    Publication date: March 17, 2022
    Inventors: Daniel J. Klenk, Delynn Streng, Mike J. Srda
  • Publication number: 20210378097
    Abstract: An apparatus for an electronic power steering system includes a printed circuit board and a first sensor. The printed circuit board comprising: a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface; a first processor section extending in a first direction on the first surface; a second processor section extending in a second direction opposite the first direction on the second surface; and a void disposed between the first surface and the second surface, the first processor section and the second processor section being separated by the void.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2021
    Publication date: December 2, 2021
    Inventors: Steven J. Collier-Hallman, Daniel J. Klenk, Ryan D. Yaklin
  • Publication number: 20210300459
    Abstract: A power inductor for an electric power steering system includes a base structure. The power inductor also includes a power coil secured to the base structure. The power inductor further includes a connector terminal extending from the base structure for connection to a circuit board. The power inductor yet includes a power terminal for connection to a power source, the power terminal and the power coil being integrated into a single assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2021
    Publication date: September 30, 2021
    Inventors: Daniel J. Klenk, Kelly D. Haggart, Ryan D. Yaklin, Clane J. Cammin
  • Publication number: 20210300458
    Abstract: A power pack assembly includes a housing extending axially about a longitudinal axis. The power pack assembly also includes a circuit board having a board main portion covered by the housing and having a first board extended segment extending radially away from the longitudinal axis and out of the housing and uncovered by the housing. The power pack assembly further includes at least one logic connector disposed on the first board extended segment of the circuit board.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2021
    Publication date: September 30, 2021
    Inventors: Daniel J. Klenk, Ryan D. Yaklin, Kelly D. Haggart, Troy A. Daenzer, Todd F. Jammer, Pierre C. Longuemare, Kun Yang
  • Patent number: 11109478
    Abstract: According to one or more embodiments described herein, an electronic power steering system includes a motor, and a semi-flexible ridged printed circuit board (PCB) assembly that is coupled with the motor. The semi-flexible ridged PCB assembly includes a first portion, a second portion, and a bendable member that couples the first portion and the second portion. The first portion is bendable with respect to the second portion using the bendable member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: Steering Solutions IP Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel J. Klenk, Delynn Streng, Ryan D. Yaklin, John I. Chu, Neal R. Roller
  • Patent number: 11050327
    Abstract: A motor assembly includes a motor, an outward electronic control unit (ECU), an inward ECU, and a motor sensor board unit. The inward ECU is disposed between the motor and the outward ECU. The motor sensor board unit is disposed between the motor and the inward ECU, and is attached to the inward ECU.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Assignee: Steering Solutions IP Holding Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel J. Klenk, Michael J. Srda, Ryan D. Yaklin, Chuck Worner, Neal R. Roller
  • Publication number: 20200328659
    Abstract: A motor assembly includes a motor, an outward electronic control unit (ECU), an inward ECU, and a motor sensor board unit. The inward ECU is disposed between the motor and the outward ECU. The motor sensor board unit is disposed between the motor and the inward ECU, and is attached to the inward ECU.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2019
    Publication date: October 15, 2020
    Inventors: DANIEL J. KLENK, MICHAEL J. SRDA, RYAN D. YAKLIN, CHUCK WORNER, NEAL R. ROLLER
  • Publication number: 20190150269
    Abstract: According to one or more embodiments described herein, an electronic power steering system includes a motor, and a semi-flexible ridged printed circuit board (PCB) assembly that is coupled with the motor. The semi-flexible ridged PCB assembly includes a first portion, a second portion, and a bendable member that couples the first portion and the second portion. The first portion is bendable with respect to the second portion using the bendable member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2018
    Publication date: May 16, 2019
    Inventors: Daniel J. Klenk, Delynn Streng, Ryan D. Yaklin, John I. Chu, Neal R. Roller