Patents by Inventor Danny Thijs

Danny Thijs 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: 12088044
    Abstract: The invention relates to a connector (1) for data connections, in particular of the RJ type, with a latch element (6) for securing a connection to a counter-connector. In order to simplify a disconnection of the connector (1) and the counter-connector, even when the connection is secured by the latch connection, the invention provides that the connector (1) is provided with a gripping end (5, 5?) that is adapted to transfer the latch element (6) from its latch position (L) and to disconnect the connector (1) from the counter-connector by a single movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2023
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2024
    Assignees: CommScope Technologies LLC, CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA, CommScope Connectivity Spain, S.L.
    Inventors: Longinos De Dios Martin, Danny Thijs, Sheldon Muir
  • Patent number: 11742617
    Abstract: The invention relates to a connector (1) for data connections, in particular of the RJ type, with a latch element (6) for securing a connection to a counter-connector. In order to simplify a disconnection of the connector (1) and the counter-connector, even when the connection is secured by the latch connection, the invention provides that the connector (1) is provided with a gripping end (5, 5?) that is adapted to transfer the latch element (6) from its latch position (L) and to disconnect the connector (1) from the counter-connector by a single movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2023
    Assignees: CommScope Technologies LLC, CommScope Connectivity Belgium BVBA, CommScope Connectivity Spain, S.L.
    Inventors: Longinos De Dios Martin, Danny Thijs, Sheldon Muir
  • Patent number: 11322889
    Abstract: The invention relates to a connector (1) for data connections, in particular of the RJ type, with a latch element (6) for securing a connection to a counter-connector. In order to simplify a disconnection of the connector (1) and the counter-connector, even when the connection is secured by the latch connection, the invention provides that the connector (1) is provided with a gripping end (5, 5?) that is adapted to transfer the latch element (6) from its latch position (L) and to disconnect the connector (1) from the counter-connector by a single movement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2022
    Assignees: CommScope Technologies LLC, CommScepe Connectivity Belgium BVBA, CommScope Connectivity Spain, S.L.
    Inventors: Longinos De Dios Martin, Danny Thijs, Sheldon Muir
  • Patent number: 9133873
    Abstract: The invention relates to an engagement member that is adapted to be fixed in a groove of a component and to a method for interconnecting two components via an engagement member. In order to provide an engagement member and a method, which provide for an easy assembly of the engagement member in the groove, while still providing sufficient forces for interconnecting the two components, the invention provides that the engagement member comprises a fastening pin that can be pushed into a cavity of one of the two components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: Tyco Electronics Nederland BV
    Inventors: Heidi Bleus, Ruth VanDoren, Danny Thijs
  • Patent number: 8882051
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cable holder for guiding a plurality of computer-network cables, including a loop with an inner circumference at least partially adapted to provide a support for the cables The loop is formed of a first leg and a second leg extending essentially parallel to each other and being interconnected at a proximal end segment of each of the first and the second leg via a yoke, and a closure section, arranged at a distal end segment of each of the first and the second leg. The closure section includes at least one flap which is arranged at the distal end segment of the first or the second leg and extends towards the opposing distal end segment of the second or the first leg, respectively. Further, the invention relates to a kit and a cable management system comprising the cable holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Assignee: Tyco Electronics Raychem BVBA
    Inventors: Heidi Bleus, Ruth VanDoren, Danny Thijs
  • Patent number: 8262035
    Abstract: A cable retention clip (20) attached or attachable to equipment with which a plurality of cables are or will be operatively associated, wherein the clip comprises a row of upstanding open-topped cable guide members (24) and a semi-flexible or substantially rigid closure member (22) (hereinafter “lid”) securable on top of the guide members to retain cables when present therein, wherein the lid (22) is selectively securable at two or more different heights relative to the guide member (24), to retain cables of different diameters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Tyco Electronics Raychem NV
    Inventors: Heidi Bleus, Danny Thijs, Peter Eyckmans
  • Patent number: 8105097
    Abstract: The present invention provides an electrical blanking plug for a telecommunications socket or jack. The blanking plug having at least one electrical conductor positioned on the body of the plug, which conductor on insertion of the plug into a telecommunications jack or socket electrically connects one or more terminals on the jack to short circuit and/or ground one or more electrical telecommunication circuits terminated at the jack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2012
    Assignee: Tyco Electronics Raychem BVBA
    Inventors: Danny Thijs, Didier Claeys
  • Publication number: 20110289755
    Abstract: The invention relates to an engagement member that is adapted to be fixed in a groove of a component and to a method for interconnecting two components via an engagement member. In order to provide an engagement member and a method, which provide for an easy assembly of the engagement member in the groove, whilst still providing sufficient forces for interconnecting the two components, the invention provides that the engagement member comprises a fastening pin that can be pushed into a cavity of one of the two components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Publication date: December 1, 2011
    Applicant: Tyco Electronics Raychem BVBA
    Inventors: Heidi Bleus, Ruth VanDoren, Danny Thijs
  • Publication number: 20110290953
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cable holder for guiding a plurality of computer-network cables, including a loop with an inner circumference at least partially adapted to provide a support for the cables. The loop is formed of a first leg and a second leg extending essentially parallel to each other and being interconnected at a proximal end segment of each of the first and the second leg via a yoke, and a closure section, arranged at a distal end segment of each of the first and the second leg. The closure section includes at least one flap which is arranged at the distal end segment of the first or the second leg and extends towards the opposing distal end segment of the second or the first leg, respectively. Further, the invention relates to a kit and a cable management system comprising the cable holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Publication date: December 1, 2011
    Applicant: Tyco Electronics Raychem BVBA
    Inventors: Heidi Bleus, Ruth Vandoren, Danny Thijs
  • Publication number: 20100022115
    Abstract: The present invention provides an electrical blanking plug for a telecommunications socket or jack. The blanking plug having at least one electrical conductor positioned on the body of the plug, which conductor on insertion of the plug into a telecommunications jack or socket electrically connects one or more terminals on the jack to short circuit and/or ground one or more electrical telecommunication circuits terminated at the jack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2009
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Applicant: Tyco Electronics Raychem BVBA
    Inventors: Danny Thijs, Didier Claeys
  • Publication number: 20100006709
    Abstract: A cable retention clip (20) attached or attachable to equipment with which a plurality of cables are or will be operatively associated, wherein the clip comprises a row of upstanding open-topped cable guide members (24) and a semi-flexible or substantially rigid closure member (22) (hereinafter “lid”) securable on top of the guide members to retain cables when present therein, wherein the lid (22) is selectively securable at two or more different heights relative to the guide member (24), to retain cables of different diameters.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2007
    Publication date: January 14, 2010
    Applicant: Tyco Electronics Raychem BVBA
    Inventors: Heidi Bleus, Danny Thijs, Peter Eyckmans