Patents by Inventor Paul Hirneise

Paul Hirneise 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: 11305446
    Abstract: Devices and methods are provided for cutting or forming tapered surfaces on the end portions of tube or pipe lengths prior to forming joints in adjoining lengths. A device body includes multiple guide surfaces, each having distinct size and shape to engage with an open end of a one of a multiple of tube of predetermined diameters. In intended use, a powered cutting device is rotated about the end of stationary tube or pipe.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Patent number: 10919371
    Abstract: A vehicle enclosure includes a roof element that rotates upward from the occupant space to increase the passenger opening and increase ease of entry. The roof element is secured to and rotates about a horizontal vehicle frame element. The roof element also supports a windshield at the upper edge of the windshield during travel. The horizontal frame element is formed of a rigid tubular cross-section member including tubular hinge elements to which the roof element is secured to enable the rotating action of the roof element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2021
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Publication number: 20210016645
    Abstract: A vehicle enclosure includes a roof element that rotates upward from the occupant space to increase the passenger opening and increase ease of entry. The roof element is secured to and rotates about a horizontal vehicle frame element. The roof element also supports a windshield at the upper edge of the windshield during travel. The horizontal frame element is formed of a rigid tubular cross-section member including tubular hinge elements to which the roof element is secured to enable the rotating action of the roof element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2019
    Publication date: January 21, 2021
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Patent number: 9988832
    Abstract: A modular door assembly is adapted for installation on existing open frame vehicles formed of tubular members. A novel tubular hinge construction provides support for the door assembly while allowing rotational movement of the door in use. Alternative vehicle elements may also be secured to and operable on the novel hinge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Publication number: 20170335609
    Abstract: A modular door assembly is adapted for installation on existing open frame vehicles formed of tubular members. A novel tubular hinge construction provides support for the door assembly while allowing rotational movement of the door in use. Alternative vehicle elements may also be secured to and operable on the novel hinge.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2017
    Publication date: November 23, 2017
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Patent number: 9428949
    Abstract: A system of two door panels is defined with the panels arranged one above the other, each with independent horizontal movement operation. Each door panel is provided with a support and guide system that allows each to be moved horizontally into and away from an enclosure opening. The construction of the doors and supports enables attachment and operation on small lightweight vehicles in the nature of golf carts and similar vehicles. The construction details enable the panels to be secured onto to integrated into small light weight personal vehicles such as golf-carts and similar vehicles without substantially altering the vehicle's performance and operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Publication number: 20160009164
    Abstract: A system of two door panels is defined with the panels arranged one above the other, each with independent horizontal movement operation. Each door panel is provided with a support and guide system that allows each to be moved horizontally into and away from an enclosure opening. The construction of the doors and supports enables attachment and operation on small lightweight vehicles in the nature of golf carts and similar vehicles. The construction details enable the panels to be secured onto to integrated into small light weight personal vehicles such as golf-carts and similar vehicles without substantially altering the vehicle's performance and operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2015
    Publication date: January 14, 2016
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Patent number: 9079478
    Abstract: A system of two door panels is defined with the panels arranged one above the other, each with independent horizontal movement operation. Each door panel is provided with a support and guide system that allows each to be moved horizontally into and away from an enclosure opening. The construction of the doors and supports enables attachment and operation on small lightweight vehicles in the nature of golf carts and similar vehicles. The construction details enable the panels to be secured onto to integrated into small light weight personal vehicles such as golf-carts and similar vehicles without substantially altering the vehicle's performance and operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Patent number: D677205
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Patent number: D884566
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2020
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise
  • Patent number: D906896
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2021
    Inventor: Paul Hirneise