Patents by Inventor Gene R. Owens

Gene R. Owens 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).

  • Flexible circuit applique patch customization for generic programmable cable assemblies
    Patent number: 5314346
    Abstract: A customized cable for the interconnection of electronic devices or electronic interfaces is accomplished by the application of an applique patch containing custom desired circuits for interconnecting the interrupted connectors in the cable itself. The applique patch may be inserted into the connector housing through an aperture in the connector housing thereby allowing customization or rework of the cable, if necessary, to correct a defect or to make repairs. The applique patch then is connected to provide electrical connections between the conductors of the cables and the connector and to reroute the signals to a different signal assignment arrangement at the connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1992
    Date of Patent: May 24, 1994
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Gene R. Owens, Robert J. Reis, Richard G. Shomo, Scott D. Wickus