Patents by Inventor James E. Kuchar

James E. Kuchar 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: 9136659
    Abstract: A multi-voltage compatible track system which has a single adapter for both 120 Volts and 277 Volts track systems. The systems further comprise a variable input voltage ballast capable of operating with both 120V and 277V input while operating properly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.
    Inventors: Julia Fishman, James E. Kuchar, Alejandro Mier-Langner
  • Publication number: 20110141749
    Abstract: A multi-voltage compatible track system which has a single adapter for both 120 Volts and 277 Volts track systems. The systems further comprise a variable input voltage ballast capable of operating with both 120V and 277V input while operating properly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
    Inventors: Julia FISHMAN, James E. KUCHAR, Alejandro MIER-LANGER
  • Patent number: 7914198
    Abstract: The modular track luminaire system of the present invention is a modular lighting system which has a lighting unit which is electronically connected to a remote ballast housing by a removable and reattachable insulated cord and plug system, the luminaire unit electrically connected to the ballast housing through the flexible cord and plug system thereby allowing the entire system to be modularized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Gentyle Thomas Group LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar, Andrew E. Medeiros
  • Patent number: 7563016
    Abstract: Disclosed is a PAR track light fixture having an internal wire way. The PAR track light fixture has an opened ring design separating outer ring which peripherally surrounds the outer edge of the PAR lamp. The ring is separated from the socket cup thereby exposing an outer reflector section of the PAR lamp. In combination with the open ring design of the present invention is an internal wire way which encloses all electrical conductivity from the track connector through a stem or blade and one or more supporting arc sections to the socket cup and lamp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2009
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar, Robert S. Gosnell
  • Publication number: 20090180301
    Abstract: The modular track luminaire system of the present invention is a modular lighting system which has a lighting unit which is electronically connected to a remote ballast housing by a removable and reattachable insulated cord and plug system, the luminaire unit electrically connected to the ballast housing through the flexible cord and plug system thereby allowing the entire system to be modularized.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Applicant: GENLYTE THOMAS GROUP LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar, Andrew E. Medeiros
  • Patent number: 7513675
    Abstract: The modular track luminaire system of the present invention is a modular lighting system which has a lighting unit which is electronically connected to a remote ballast housing by a removable and reattachable insulated cord and plug system, the luminaire unit electrically connected to the ballast housing through the flexible cord and plug system thereby allowing the entire system to be modularized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2009
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar, Andrew E. Medeiros
  • Patent number: 7488092
    Abstract: The track fixture described has an accessory ring hingedly attached to the main portion of the track fixture luminaire. The hinge interposed between the accessory ring and the support ring or luminaire housing allows for both rotational and outward movement such that the accessory ring may be moved outward and away from the lamp and rotate about the support ring without interference between the accessory ring and the support ring or luminaire housing. The two movement hinge design is compact and allows for a clean outer appearance of the track fixture luminaire.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2009
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar, Andrew E. Medeiros
  • Patent number: 7465077
    Abstract: A downwardly directed fixture is provided which has a fixture face, said face having a first and second annular recess, the first annular recess receiving a reflector flange and the second recess receiving a lens. The reflector flange is then held in position by a removable arc-shaped retention spring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2008
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: 7275843
    Abstract: Disclosed is a PAR track light fixture having an internal wire way. The PAR track light fixture has an opened ring design separating outer ring which peripherally surrounds the outer edge of the PAR lamp. The ring is separated from the socket cup thereby exposing an outer reflector section of the PAR lamp. In combination with the open ring design of the present invention, it is an internal wire way which encloses all electrical conductivity from the track connector through a stem or blade and supporting arc sections to the socket cup and lamp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2007
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar, Robert S. Gosnell
  • Patent number: 7273301
    Abstract: A downwardly directed fixture is provided which has a fixture face, said face having a first and second annular recess, the first annular recess receiving a reflector flange and the second recess receiving a lens. The reflector flange is then held in position by a removable arc-shaped retention spring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2007
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D552787
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, Julia Fishman, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D552788
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, Robert S. Gosnell, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D604881
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2009
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D604882
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2009
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D605323
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2009
    Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D605324
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2009
    Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D614325
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2010
    Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D619288
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D621983
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar
  • Patent number: D621984
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: Genlyte Thomas Group, LLC
    Inventors: Alejandro Mier-Langner, James E. Kuchar