Patents by Inventor Markus Hetzel

Markus Hetzel 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).

  • Publication number: 20240085135
    Abstract: One example control element for controlling a breechblock stop lever that can move about a first axis of rotation, which can be moved between a standby position for releasing a breechblock carrier and a retaining position for retaining the breechblock carrier, includes a first arm (15) that can rotate about a second axis of rotation (B), a first control section on the first arm, the first control section including a first contact surface (11a) and a second contact surface (11b) facing away from the first contact surface (11a), which can be rotated about the second axis of rotation (B) for the control element (10) by a control curve (36, 37, 38) on the breechblock carrier (30); and a second control section (13) on the first arm, wherein the second control section can be controlled by a control surface (55a) on a trigger (50). Other examples are possible.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2023
    Publication date: March 14, 2024
    Inventors: Stefan Thimm, Markus Hetzel
  • Patent number: 11906257
    Abstract: One example control element for controlling a breechblock stop lever that can move about a first axis of rotation, which can be moved between a standby position for releasing a breechblock carrier and a retaining position for retaining the breechblock carrier, includes a first arm (15) that can rotate about a second axis of rotation (B), a first control section on the first arm, the first control section including a first contact surface (11a) and a second contact surface (11b) facing away from the first contact surface (11a), which can be rotated about the second axis of rotation (B) for the control element (10) by a control curve (36, 37, 38) on the breechblock carrier (30); and a second control section (13) on the first arm, wherein the second control section can be controlled by a control surface (55a) on a trigger (50). Other examples are possible.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2024
    Assignee: HECKLER & KOCH GmbH
    Inventors: Stefan Thimm, Markus Hetzel
  • Patent number: 11859927
    Abstract: One example control element for controlling a breechblock stop lever that can move about a first axis of rotation, which can be moved between a standby position for releasing a breechblock carrier and a retaining position for retaining the breechblock carrier, includes a first arm (15) that can rotate about a second axis of rotation (B), a first control section on the first arm, the first control section including a first contact surface (11a) and a second contact surface (11b) facing away from the first contact surface (11a), which can be rotated about the second axis of rotation (B) for the control element (10) by a control curve (36, 37, 38) on the breechblock carrier (30); and a second control section (13) on the first arm, wherein the second control section can be controlled by a control surface (55a) on a trigger (50). Other examples are possible.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2024
    Assignee: HECKLER & KOCH GmbH
    Inventors: Stefan Thimm, Markus Hetzel
  • Publication number: 20230124745
    Abstract: In one example, the disclosure relates to adjustable flip up sight assembly that can be adjusted vertically and laterally in particular, for an automatic firearm, comprising a front sight support element that is supported by an axle on a mount, in particular such that they can pivot thereon, wherein the front sight support element has an adjustment element supported on a spring element and releasably connected to a front sight, which contains a keyhole type opening through which the axle is inserted, wherein the adjustment element can be moved in relation to the axle against the spring force between two positions inside the front sight support element such that the keyhole opening prevents a lateral movement of the front sight support element along the axle when engaged with the axle, and allows the lateral adjustment of the front sight support element in a released position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2022
    Publication date: April 20, 2023
    Inventors: Markus HETZEL, Stefan THIMM
  • Publication number: 20220325970
    Abstract: One example control element for controlling a breechblock stop lever that can move about a first axis of rotation, which can be moved between a standby position for releasing a breechblock carrier and a retaining position for retaining the breechblock carrier, includes a first arm (15) that can rotate about a second axis of rotation (B), a first control section on the first arm, the first control section including a first contact surface (11a) and a second contact surface (11b) facing away from the first contact surface (11a), which can be rotated about the second axis of rotation (B) for the control element (10) by a control curve (36, 37, 38) on the breechblock carrier (30); and a second control section (13) on the first arm, wherein the second control section can be controlled by a control surface (55a) on a trigger (50). Other examples are possible.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2022
    Publication date: October 13, 2022
    Inventors: Stefan THIMM, Markus HETZEL
  • Patent number: 9743744
    Abstract: The module retainer (1) for accommodating a functional module comprises a clamp (20) for attaching the module retainer (1) to a supporting belt (2). The clamp (20) has a first side (21) that is pivotally attached to a main structure (10) of the module retainer (1). The module retainer (1) further comprises at least one snap-fit (12) for operably attaching a second side (22) of the clamp (20) to the main structure (10) and for fixing the clamp (20) in a closed position in which the supporting belt (2) is embraced. The snap-fit (12) is designed and positioned such that it gets obstructed by a functional module (3) inserted in the main structure (10) of the module retainer (1) and secures the clamp (20) in the closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2017
    Assignee: KONIKLIJIKE PHILIPS N.V.
    Inventors: Matthias Maier, Markus Hetzel
  • Publication number: 20120286004
    Abstract: The module retainer (1) for accommodating a functional module comprises a clamp (20) for attaching the module retainer (1) to a supporting belt (2). The clamp (20) has a first side (21) that is pivotally attached to a main structure (10) of the module retainer (1). The module retainer (1) further comprises at least one snap-fit (12) for operably attaching a second side (22) of the clamp (20) to the main structure (10) and for fixing the clamp (20) in a closed position in which the supporting belt (2) is embraced. The snap-fit (12) is designed and positioned such that it gets obstructed by a functional module (3) inserted in the main structure (10) of the module retainer (1) and secures the clamp (20) in the closed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2011
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Applicant: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
    Inventors: Matthias Maier, Markus Hetzel