Patents by Inventor Marcus DIFFERENZ

Marcus DIFFERENZ 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).

  • Door actuating device
    Patent number: 12769351
    Abstract: A door actuating device for controlling a door locking device, including an actuating surface for the user to apply an actuating force, a first switching device with a sensor device for detecting the actuating force and for transmitting an unlocking signal to the door lock device via an operating circuit when a predetermined first minimum force is detected, and a second switching device with a mechanical switch which can be closed when a predetermined second minimum force greater than the first minimum force is applied. When the switch is closed, an unlocking signal can be transmitted to the door lock device via an associated emergency circuit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2025
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2026
    Assignee: AUDI AG
    Inventors: Andreas Spahmann, Marcus Differenz
  • DOOR ACTUATING DEVICE
    Publication number: 20260044171
    Abstract: A door actuating device for controlling a door locking device, including an actuating surface for the user to apply an actuating force, a first switching device with a sensor device for detecting the actuating force and for transmitting an unlocking signal to the door lock device via an operating circuit when a predetermined first minimum force is detected, and a second switching device with a mechanical switch which can be closed when a predetermined second minimum force greater than the first minimum force is applied. When the switch is closed, an unlocking signal can be transmitted to the door lock device via an associated emergency circuit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2025
    Publication date: February 12, 2026
    Applicant: AUDI AG
    Inventors: Andreas SPAHMANN, Marcus DIFFERENZ