Patents by Inventor John E. Liebendorfer
John E. Liebendorfer 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: 20170272029Abstract: A photovoltaic module mounting system is disclosed. The system includes a rail with an elongated body with opposing first and second shoulders and opposing first and second sides. A first track is defined by the first shoulder, a second track is defined by the first side, and a third track is defined by the second side. The first track has a first channel and a first slot, the second track has a second channel and a second slot, and the third track has a cavity. A connector bracket has a first flange, a second flange, and an elbow, the first flange forming a substantially right angle with the second flange, and the elbow being substantially L-shaped and extending at a substantially right angle from the second flange. In an operative configuration, the elbow of the connector bracket is engaged within the cavity of the rail.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2017Publication date: September 21, 2017Applicant: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 9397606Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on an object such as a pole or roof, and includes one or more triple track rails. Also included are one or more connector brackets that are demountably attachable to the one or more triple track rails and to the object.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2014Date of Patent: July 19, 2016Assignee: UNIRAC, INC.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 8763968Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on an object such as a pole or roof, and includes one or more triple track rails. Also included are one or more connector brackets that are demountably attachable to the one or more triple track rails and to the object.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2012Date of Patent: July 1, 2014Assignee: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 8640400Abstract: The specification and drawing figures describe and show a low profile mounting system that includes a at least one rail. A plurality of tracks is formed in the rail with opposing jaws. The opposing jaws define a slot. The opposing jaws are disposed in the rail asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the rail. At least one ledge monolithically extends from the rail for holding an object such as a solar panel. A coupler is provided for demountably connecting a solar panel to the rail. A cleat also is provided for attaching the system to a surface. A connector connects the rail to the cleat. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure, but this abstract is not to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of any claim.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2010Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignee: Unirac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 8128044Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on an object such as a pole or roof, and includes one or more triple track rails. Also included are one or more connector brackets that are demountably attachable to the one or more triple track rails and to the object.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2010Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Assignee: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Publication number: 20100293874Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on an object such as a pole or roof, and includes one or more triple track rails. Also included are one or more connector brackets that are demountably attachable to the one or more triple track rails and to the object.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2010Publication date: November 25, 2010Applicant: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 7766292Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on an object such as a pole or roof, and includes one or more triple track rails. Also included are one or more connector brackets that are demountably attachable to the one or more triple track rails and to the object.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2007Date of Patent: August 3, 2010Assignee: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 7748175Abstract: The specification and drawing figures describe and show a low profile mounting system that includes a at least one rail. A plurality of tracks is formed in the rail with opposing jaws. The opposing jaws define a slot. The opposing jaws are disposed in the rail asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the rail. At least one ledge monolithically extends from the rail for holding an object such as a solar panel. A coupler is provided for demountably connecting a solar panel to the rail. A cleat also is provided for attaching the system to a surface. A connector connects the rail to the cleat. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure, but this abstract is not to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of any claim.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2008Date of Patent: July 6, 2010Assignee: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 7600349Abstract: The specification and drawing figures describe and show a low profile mounting system that includes a at least one rail. A plurality of tracks is formed in the rail with opposing jaws. The opposing jaws define a slot. The opposing jaws are disposed in the rail asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the rail. At least one ledge monolithically extends from the rail for holding an object such as a solar panel. A coupler is provided for demountably connecting a solar panel to the rail. A cleat also is provided for attaching the system to a surface. A connector connects the rail to the cleat. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure, but this abstract is not to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of any claim.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2004Date of Patent: October 13, 2009Assignee: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 7434362Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on a surface is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on a surface, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on a surface such as a roof, and includes one or more dual track rails. Also included are at least one clamp configurable in at least two different constructions for securing the rails to a footing grid.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2001Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: 7260918Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on an object such as a pole or roof, and includes one or more triple track rails. Also included are one or more connector brackets that are demountably attachable to the one or more triple track rails and to the object.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2002Date of Patent: August 28, 2007Assignee: UniRac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Publication number: 20040261334Abstract: The specification and drawing figures describe and show a mounting apparatus. The mounting apparatus includes a sleeve. The sleeve is formed with a plurality of spaced-apart substantially parallel slots. The sleeve is removably engageable with one end of a pole on which it is desired to mount one or more devices. Connectors are included that fit adjustably and removably into the plurality of spaced-apart substantially parallel slots. In addition, at least one bar is included. Each bar is formed with a plurality of apertures. The apertures permit variably positioning the bar on the connectors. A cap also is provided. The cap is connected to one end of the sleeve and engageable with one end of the pole. The mounting apparatus includes a variety of ways to secure the mounting apparatus to a pole.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 26, 2004Publication date: December 30, 2004Inventors: John E. Liebendorfer, Nathan J. Schuit
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Publication number: 20040163338Abstract: The specification and drawing figures describe and show a low profile mounting system that includes a at least one rail. A plurality of tracks is formed in the rail with opposing jaws. The opposing jaws define a slot. The opposing jaws are disposed in the rail asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the rail. At least one ledge monolithically extends from the rail for holding an object such as a solar panel. A coupler is provided for demountably connecting a solar panel to the rail. A cleat also is provided for attaching the system to a surface. A connector connects the rail to the cleat. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure, but this abstract is not to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of any claim.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2004Publication date: August 26, 2004Applicant: UniRac, Inc., a New Mexico corporationInventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Publication number: 20030015637Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on an object, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on an object such as a pole or roof, and includes one or more triple track rails. Also included are one or more connector brackets that are demountably attachable to the one or more triple track rails and to the object.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2002Publication date: January 23, 2003Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Publication number: 20030015636Abstract: A system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on a surface is provided. The system for removably and adjustably mounting a device on a surface, according to the present invention, includes an apparatus and method useful for removably and adjustably mounting one or more photovoltaic modules on a surface such as a roof, and includes one or more dual track rails. Also included are at least one clamp configurable in at least two different constructions for securing the rails to a footing grid.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2001Publication date: January 23, 2003Applicant: UniRac, Inc., a New Mexico CorporationInventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: D496248Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2003Date of Patent: September 21, 2004Assignee: UNIRAC, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer
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Patent number: D496249Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2003Date of Patent: September 21, 2004Assignee: Unirac, Inc.Inventor: John E. Liebendorfer