Patents by Inventor David J. Gruenwald
David J. Gruenwald 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).
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Publication number: 20220110468Abstract: Systems and methods directed to container support and/or retention include a ring coupled to a handle, the ring defining a container through-hole. The ring is rotatably coupled to the handle and/or the ring is adjustable in its effective diameter. Mounting structure in the form of a cooperative and mating rail and slot combination is provided to secure the handle to a receiver, the receiver being secured to a substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 7, 2020Publication date: April 14, 2022Inventors: Thomas S. Doig, Lucas J. Johnson, Jordan M. Loeck, David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: 9809289Abstract: A hull mounted, steerable marine drive system having trim actuation is both steerable through 360 degrees and is trimmable. The marine drive system includes a watertight enclosure assembly for sealing the hull, which is adapted for keeping much of the marine drive system from being exposed to water. The enclosure includes a gasket flange plate, a retention plate and a folded gasket. The gasket flange plate closely follows the contour of the hull and enhances the hydrodynamic and wake performance of the present marine drive system. Further, marine drive system includes a forward-neutral-reverse (FNR) transmission assembly, a drive unit assembly having a trimmable upper unit and a steerable lower unit, a steering actuator assembly, a trim actuator assembly, and, preferably, trim foils for providing enhanced negative and positive trim and for providing enhanced positive and negative lift.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2016Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Assignee: Blue Sky Marine, LLCInventors: Robert E. Nutt, Scott Crutchfield, Robert Scott Beach, Douglas J. Yoder, Douglas G. Bickelhaupt, George Edward Phillips, David J. Gruenwald, Bryan L. Danner
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Publication number: 20160121987Abstract: A hull mounted, steerable marine drive system having trim actuation is both steerable through 360 degrees and is trimmable in a range of from approximately +3 degrees to approximately ?15 degrees. The marine drive system includes a watertight enclosure assembly for sealing the hull, which is adapted for keeping much of the marine drive system from being exposed to water. The enclosure includes a gasket flange plate, a retention plate and a folded gasket. The gasket flange plate closely follows the contour of the hull and enhances the hydrodynamic and wake performance of the present marine drive system. Further, marine drive system includes a forward-neutral-reverse (FNR) transmission assembly, a drive unit assembly having a trimmable upper unit and a steerable lower unit, a steering actuator assembly, a trim actuator assembly, and, preferably, trim foils for providing enhanced negative and positive trim and for providing enhanced positive and negative lift.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 12, 2016Publication date: May 5, 2016Inventors: Robert E. Nutt, Scott Crutchfield, Robert Scott Beach, Douglas J. Yoder, Douglas G. Bickelhaupt, George Edward Phillips, David J. Gruenwald, Bryan L. Danner
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Publication number: 20160067951Abstract: A masking material and method of forming a masking tape that includes a substrate and an adhesive layer disposed on the substrate. Methods of manufacturing the masking material include features associated with forming a masking material having an adhesive layer that is preferably thicker than the substrate and includes features associated with providing an indicia associated with forming discrete rolls of the masking material with the desired degree of uniformity of an edge located adhesive. The method can also include substrate moisture, coating, and/or surface energy control or manipulation to achieve the desired adhesion between the adhesive and substrate associated with the masking material.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2015Publication date: March 10, 2016Inventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: 9266593Abstract: A hull mounted, steerable marine drive system having trim actuation is both steerable through 360 degrees and is trimmable in a range of from approximately +3 degrees to approximately ?15 degrees. The marine drive system includes a watertight enclosure assembly for sealing the hull, which is adapted for keeping much of the marine drive system from being exposed to water. The enclosure includes a gasket flange plate, a retention plate and a folded gasket. The gasket flange plate closely follows the contour of the hull and enhances the hydrodynamic and wake performance of the present marine drive system. Further, marine drive system includes a forward-neutral-reverse (FNR) transmission assembly, a drive unit assembly having a trimmable upper unit and a steerable lower unit, a steering actuator assembly, a trim actuator assembly, and, preferably, trim foils for enhancing lift to assist in getting the boat up on plane.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2014Date of Patent: February 23, 2016Assignee: Blue Sky Marine, LLCInventors: Robert E. Nutt, Scott Crutchfield, Robert Scott Beach, Douglas J. Yoder, Douglas G. Bickelhaupt, George Edward Phillips, David J. Gruenwald, Bryan L. Danner
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Publication number: 20150050849Abstract: A hull mounted, steerable marine drive system having trim actuation is both steerable through 360 degrees and is trimmable in a range of from approximately +3 degrees to approximately ?15 degrees. The marine drive system includes a watertight enclosure assembly for sealing the hull, which is adapted for keeping much of the marine drive system from being exposed to water. The enclosure includes a gasket flange plate, a retention plate and a folded gasket. The gasket flange plate closely follows the contour of the hull and enhances the hydrodynamic and wake performance of the present marine drive system. Further, marine drive system includes a forward-neutral-reverse (FNR) transmission assembly, a drive unit assembly having a trimmable upper unit and a steerable lower unit, a steering actuator assembly, a trim actuator assembly, and, preferably, trim foils for enhancing lift to assist in getting the boat up on plane.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2014Publication date: February 19, 2015Inventors: Robert E. Nutt, Scott Crutchfield, Robert Scott Beach, Douglas J. Yoder, Douglas G. Bickelhaupt, George Edward Phillips, David J. Gruenwald, Bryan L. Danner
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Publication number: 20140338821Abstract: A masking material and method of forming a masking tape that includes a substrate and an adhesive layer disposed on the substrate. The adhesive layer is preferably thicker than the substrate and formed of a material that has a modulus of elasticity combined with a viscoelastic component that allows the adhesive to conform to discontinuities associated with a surface to which the masking material is applied. Preferably, the adhesive is formed in two rows that are aligned with the lateral edges of the substrate and which prevent seepage of liquid materials between the masking material and the surface to which it is applied.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2014Publication date: November 20, 2014Inventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: 8852729Abstract: A masking material and method of forming a masking tape that includes a substrate and an adhesive layer disposed on the substrate. The adhesive layer is preferably thicker than the substrate and formed of a material that has a modulus of elasticity combined with a viscoelastic component that allows the adhesive to conform to discontinuities associated with a surface to which the masking material is applied. Preferably, the adhesive is formed in two rows that are aligned with the lateral edges of the substrate and which prevent seepage of liquid materials between the masking material and the surface to which it is applied.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2013Date of Patent: October 7, 2014Assignee: Davinci Engineering & Consulting, LLCInventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Publication number: 20140272321Abstract: A masking material and method of forming a masking tape that includes a substrate and an adhesive layer disposed on the substrate. The adhesive layer is preferably thicker than the substrate and formed of a material that has a modulus of elasticity combined with a viscoelastic component that allows the adhesive to conform to discontinuities associated with a surface to which the masking material is applied. Preferably, the adhesive is formed in two rows that are aligned with the lateral edges of the substrate and which prevent seepage of liquid materials between the masking material and the surface to which it is applied.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2013Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: 8028354Abstract: A spa apparatus includes a chair and a basin supported by a base. The basin is movable in an up/down direction relative to a portion of the base. The chair may include actuators to tilt forward to permit easy entry and exit from the chain. The chair may also move in a fore/aft direction relative to the basin. A pair of foot rests may be located within the basin. A manicure assembly may be located within a cavity in the arm of the chair. The basin may have a narrowed front portion to allow a technician to easily fact the customer. A base may include two support frames that pivot relative to one another proximate an end of the base distal the basin.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2009Date of Patent: October 4, 2011Assignee: European Touch Holdings, Inc.Inventors: David J. Gruenwald, Edwin B. Hatch, David A. Schmitz, Jeremy M. Lenzendorf, John A. Groeschel
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Publication number: 20100096396Abstract: Holders for beverage containers are provided that can hold a beverage container in place and also seal or cover the beverage container, making it more difficult for foreign matter to enter the beverage container. The holder includes a base in which an actuator is mounted. Upper and lower rails are connected to and biased toward each other by the actuator. Upper and lower arms and upper and lower plates are, respectively, connected to the upper and lower rails. The upper and lower plates axially restrain the beverage container from above and below. A locking arm selectively engages at least one of the actuator and the upper and lower arms in a manner that supplements the biasing force provided by the actuator, clamping the upper and lower plates more tightly against the beverage container, and fixing the upper and lower plates in that condition, so that the beverage container is securely and tightly held between the upper and lower plates.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 19, 2009Publication date: April 22, 2010Inventors: Thomas Steven Doig, Tracy J. Sommer, David J. Gruenwald, Darren R. Hamm
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Publication number: 20100058533Abstract: A spa apparatus includes a chair and a basin supported by a base. The basin is movable in an up/down direction relative to a portion of the base. The chair may include actuators to tilt forward to permit easy entry and exit from the chain. The chair may also move in a fore/aft direction relative to the basin. A pair of foot rests may be located within the basin. A manicure assembly may be located within a cavity in the arm of the chair. The basin may have a narrowed front portion to allow a technician to easily fact the customer. A base may include two support frames that pivot relative to one another proximate an end of the base distal the basin.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2009Publication date: March 11, 2010Inventors: David J. Gruenwald, Edwin B. Hatch, David A. Schmitz, Jeremy M. Lenzendorf, John A. Groeschel
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Patent number: 7600273Abstract: A spa apparatus includes a chair and a basin supported by a base. The basin is movable in an up/down direction relative to a portion of the base. The chair may include actuators to tilt forward to permit easy entry and exit from the chain. The chair may also move in a fore/aft direction relative to the basin. A pair of foot rests may be located within the basin. A manicure assembly may be located within a cavity in the arm of the chair. The basin may have a narrowed front portion to allow a technician to easily fact the customer. A base may include two support frames that pivot relative to one another proximate an end of the base distal the basin.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2003Date of Patent: October 13, 2009Assignee: European Touch Holdings, Inc.Inventors: David J. Gruenwald, Edwin B. Hatch, David A. Schmitz, Jeremy M. Lenzendorf, John A. Groeschel
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Patent number: 7424753Abstract: A spa apparatus includes a basin for retaining fluid, a removable foot rest plate positioned within the basin, an impeller, and a motor coupled to the impeller to create a high pressure zone in the basin underneath the foot rest plate. The foot rest plate may be made of a plastic material. A seal is provided between the foot rest plate and the basin such that the seal is maintained even if the foot rest plate is deflected or distorted by the water pressure underneath it.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2004Date of Patent: September 16, 2008Assignee: European Touch Holdings, Inc.Inventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: 7188581Abstract: A marine drive and a marine vessel and drive combination have a trim tab with a forward end pivotally mounted to a marine propulsion device.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2005Date of Patent: March 13, 2007Assignee: Brunswick CorporationInventors: Richard A. Davis, David J. Gruenwald, John A. Groeschel, Todd P. Gruenstern
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Patent number: 7168107Abstract: A spa apparatus and method for cleaning the same are disclosed. The spa apparatus includes a basin for retaining fluid, a removable foot rest plate positioned within the basin, an impeller coupled to the basin, and a motor drivably coupled to the impeller.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2005Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: European Touch Holdings, Inc.Inventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: 6880182Abstract: A spa apparatus and method for cleaning the same. The spa apparatus includes a basin for retaining fluid, a removable foot rest plate positioned within the basin, an impeller coupled to the basin, and a motor drivably coupled to the impeller.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2003Date of Patent: April 19, 2005Assignee: European Touch Holdings, Inc.Inventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: D526505Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2004Date of Patent: August 15, 2006Assignee: European Touch Holdings, Inc.Inventors: David J. Gruenwald, Edwin B. Hatch, David A. Schmitz, Jeremy M. Lenzendorf, John A. Groeschel
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Patent number: D790629Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2015Date of Patent: June 27, 2017Assignee: Snotco, LLCInventor: David J. Gruenwald
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Patent number: D800173Type: GrantFiled: August 9, 2016Date of Patent: October 17, 2017Assignee: YANMAR CO., LTD.Inventors: Hideo Misao, Hisanori Mori, David J. Gruenwald, George E. Phillips, Bryan L. Danner