Patents by Inventor Larry J. Kundert

Larry J. Kundert 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).

  • Method and apparatus for detecting the presence of rechargeable batteries
    Publication number: 20040101747
    Abstract: A method and apparatus are disclosed for automatically detecting the presence of a secondary cell and additionally differentiating between various types of secondary cells within the charger. Certain secondary cells include a band of ink that surrounds the cells and has a predetermined resistance that is detectable via charger contacts to identify the charging capability. The cell is detected using a pair of contacts that engage the outer surface of the cell at a predetermined location. The charger applies a charge to the cell that varies based on the sensed cell type.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2003
    Publication date: May 27, 2004
    Inventors: William C. Bushong, Larry J. Kundert, Janna L. Rose