Patents by Inventor Eric Chojnacki

Eric Chojnacki 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).

  • Z-axis angular rate sensor
    Publication number: 20050072231
    Abstract: An oscillatory rate sensor is described for sensing rotation about the “z-axis”. It is tuning-fork in nature with structural linkages and dynamics such that fundamental anti-phase oscillation of two proof masses is accomplished by virtue of the mechanical linkages.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2004
    Publication date: April 7, 2005
    Applicant: Kionix, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Chojnacki, June Shen-Epstein, Nenad Nenadic, Nathan Stirling, Vasile Nistor
  • Z-axis angular rate micro electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) sensor
    Publication number: 20050066728
    Abstract: An oscillatory angular rate MEMS sensor is described for sensing rotation about the “Z-axis”. Embodiments are either coupled-mass tuning-fork or single oscillating-mass in nature. The sensor includes mechanical and electrical function integration, and is preferably manufactured by a unique MEMS fabrication process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2004
    Publication date: March 31, 2005
    Applicant: Kionix, Inc.
    Inventors: Eric Chojnacki, June Shen-Epstein, Nenad Nenadic, Nathan Stirling, Vasile Nistor