Patents by Inventor Daniel M. Heims

Daniel M. Heims 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: 9198355
    Abstract: An auger conveyor (104) is provided for a row crop harvesting head (100) that has a hinged frame (102). The auger conveyor (104) has a first section (122) that is coupled to a second section (120, 124) with a universal joint (130).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Inventors: Daniel M Heim, Michael L Vandeven
  • Publication number: 20150250098
    Abstract: A stalk breaker (134, 134?) for a corn head (104) comprises a bracket (154, 154?) that is configured to be fixed to a corn head frame (106); a first spring (138, 138?) that has an upper end that is coupled to the bracket (154, 154?) and a lower end (166, 166?) that extends downwardly from the bracket (154, 154?); a second spring (140, 140?) that has an upper end that is coupled to the bracket (154, 154?) and a lower end (168, 168?) that extends downwardly from the bracket (154, 154?); and a paddle (136, 136?) that is generally planar and is supported on both of the lower ends of the two springs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2014
    Publication date: September 10, 2015
    Inventors: MICHAEL L. VANDEVEN, DUANE M. BOMLENY, DANIEL M. HEIM, BENJAMIN M. KELLER
  • Publication number: 20150067936
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by broad leaves colored silver with a dark star-shape at the leaf base that is surrounded by a purple blush, maroon leaf backs, a bushy habit, light pink flowers in winter to early spring, tolerant of cool temperatures to 33° F., and excellent vigor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 5, 2013
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Applicant: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Publication number: 20140325720
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by broad leaves colored deep ruby red with a dark star at the leaf base, maroon leaf backs, a bushy habit, light pink flowers in winter to early spring, tolerant of cool temperatures to 33° F., and excellent vigor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Publication number: 20140325717
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by multicolored broad leaves that are olive green with silver interveinal white blotches and a dark pink center overlay that covers the whole leaf in the cool season to the center ? in the warm season, maroon leaf backs, a bushy habit, light pink flowers in winter to early spring, tolerant of cool temperatures to 33° F.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Publication number: 20140075906
    Abstract: An auger conveyor (104) is provided for a row crop harvesting head (100) that has a hinged frame (102). The auger conveyor (104) has a first section (122) that is coupled to a second section (120, 124) with a universal joint (130).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2013
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Inventors: DANIEL M. HEIM, MICHAEL L. VANDEVEN
  • Patent number: 8387352
    Abstract: A corn head divider lift assist linkage comprises two members and a spring pivotally coupled together, wherein one of the two members is pivotally coupled to a row crop divider and another of the two members is pivotally coupled to a bracket that is fixed at the rear of two adjacent row units.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: Deere & Company
    Inventors: Dennis P. Silver, Daniel M. Heim, Michael L. Vandeven, Suresh Neela
  • Publication number: 20120291410
    Abstract: A corn head divider lift assist linkage comprises two members and a spring pivotally coupled together, wherein one of the two members is pivotally coupled to a row crop divider and another of the two members is pivotally coupled to a bracket that is fixed at the rear of two adjacent row units.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2011
    Publication date: November 22, 2012
    Inventors: Dennis P. Silver, Daniel M. Heim, Michael L. Vandeven, Suresh Neela
  • Patent number: 8201388
    Abstract: A header height sensor (102) for an agricultural harvester has an elongate sensor arm (112), a reversing joint (114) and a rotary sensor (116) mounted to a bracket (106) that is fixed to a point (100) of a harvesting head. The reversing joint includes a housing (152) that limits the deflection of the sensor in a lateral direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Assignee: Deere & Company
    Inventors: Michael L. Vandeven, Daniel M. Heim, Dennis P. Silver, Duane M. Bomleny
  • Publication number: 20110126334
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by deeply cut maple-shaped leaves, heavily silver-spotted foliage, and vigor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2009
    Publication date: May 26, 2011
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Publication number: 20090265822
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Tiarella plant characterized by its compact, slow spreading habit, pink buds to white flowers, palmately divided leaves with a dark starry blotch in the center and excellent vigor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 17, 2008
    Publication date: October 22, 2009
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP15721
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Athyrium niponicum var. pictum plant characterized by the pewter tone to the leaves, silver over grey green, with a pink rachis. This coloring persists from new growth to mature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2005
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP17272
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Euphorbia amygdaloides plant characterized by deep green leaves with red new growth and stems, large chartreuse inflorescences that turn orange in the summer, and a rhizomatous habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2006
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP18922
    Abstract: A new and distinct Heuchera plant characterized by small jagged and ruffled leaves, dark foliage with purple backs, and a low, mounding habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2008
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP19428
    Abstract: A new and distinct Echinacea plant named ‘Pink Poodle’ characterized by large, double, bright pink inflorescences, well-branched flower stalks, strong flowering stems, and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2008
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP19567
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by maple shaped leaves which are heavily silvered, with red veins and backs, pink flowers, and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2008
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP21946
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by deeply cut maple-shaped leaves, heavily silver-spotted foliage, and vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP24992
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by broad leaves colored deep ruby red with a dark star at the leaf base, maroon leaf backs, a bushy habit, light pink flowers in winter to early spring, tolerant of cool temperatures to 33° F., and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP25017
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by multicolored broad leaves that are olive green with silver interveinal white blotches and a dark pink center overlay that covers the whole leaf in the cool season to the center ? in the warm season, maroon leaf backs, a bushy habit, light pink flowers in winter to early spring, tolerant of cool temperatures to 33° F., and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims
  • Patent number: PP25974
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Begonia plant characterized by broad leaves colored silver with a dark star-shape at the leaf base that is surrounded by a purple blush, maroon leaf backs, a bushy habit, light pink flowers in winter to early spring, tolerant of cool temperatures to 33° F., and excellent vigor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Daniel M. Heims