Patents by Inventor Paul A. Mueller
Paul A. Mueller 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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Patent number: 12070126Abstract: Bin and shelf mounting systems including at least one mounting bracket and a bin or shelf and methods of installing said bins or shelves to a wall. The at least one mounting bracket configured with a truncated wedge shape and beveled side edges. The bin and shelf include at least one recess on a rear wall thereof. The at least one recess includes (i) a downward-facing cavity at a top portion of the recess, (ii) side edges that are beveled, and (iii) a truncated wedge shape complimentary to the at least one mounting bracket. The recess is configured to slidably engage the at least one mounting bracket. A multi-hook system including a mounting bracket and a plurality of face plates.Type: GrantFiled: October 20, 2022Date of Patent: August 27, 2024Assignee: InterDesign, Inc.Inventors: Paul A. Mueller, Gregory Rotenberg, Gary David Dempsey, Radu Alexandru Ghiorghie, Sara Czukal McBride, Frank Curtis Kraska, Christian Raaby
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Publication number: 20230276945Abstract: Bin and shelf mounting systems including at least one mounting bracket and a bin or shelf and methods of installing said bins or shelves to a wall. The at least one mounting bracket configured with a truncated wedge shape and beveled side edges. The bin and shelf include at least one recess on a rear wall thereof. The at least one recess includes (i) a downward-facing cavity at a top portion of the recess, (ii) side edges that are beveled, and (iii) a truncated wedge shape complimentary to the at least one mounting bracket. The recess is configured to slidably engage the at least one mounting bracket. A multi-hook system including a mounting bracket and a plurality of face plates.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2022Publication date: September 7, 2023Inventors: Paul A. Mueller, Gregory Rotenberg, Gary David Dempsey, Radu Alexandru Ghiorghie, Sara Czukal McBride, Frank Curtis Kraska, Christian Raaby
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Publication number: 20190113377Abstract: Method and apparatus are disclosed for fuel fill volume estimation for a vehicle. An example vehicle includes a fuel tank float, a dashboard display, and an engine control module. The engine control module divides a fuel tank into zones. When the vehicle is not in motion and a position of the fuel tank float changes by a threshold amount, engine control module measures an initial fuel level. When the position of the fuel tank float does not change for a threshold period of time, the engine control module measures a final fuel level. Additionally, the engine control module calculates an amount of fuel added to the fuel tank based on the zones associated with the initial fuel level and a final fuel level and display the amount on the dashboard display.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2017Publication date: April 18, 2019Inventors: Marla Johnston, Paul A. Mueller, Zdravko Nikolik, David Divis, Boris Gorovets, John Dolinsky, JR.
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Patent number: 10240964Abstract: Method and apparatus are disclosed for fuel fill volume estimation for a vehicle. An example vehicle includes a fuel tank float, a dashboard display, and an engine control module. The engine control module divides a fuel tank into zones. When the vehicle is not in motion and a position of the fuel tank float changes by a threshold amount, engine control module measures an initial fuel level. When the position of the fuel tank float does not change for a threshold period of time, the engine control module measures a final fuel level. Additionally, the engine control module calculates an amount of fuel added to the fuel tank based on the zones associated with the initial fuel level and a final fuel level and display the amount on the dashboard display.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2017Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Assignee: Ford Global Technologies, LLCInventors: Marla Johnston, Paul A. Mueller, Zdravko Nikolik, David Divis, Boris Gorovets, John Dolinsky, Jr.
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Patent number: 9606790Abstract: Electronic modules in motor vehicles are reflashed without encountering errors due to insufficient electrical power becoming available during a reflashing. A server system stores a database of update files together with data corresponding to a respective current draw and a respective reflash time associated with the respective update files when applied in each respective vehicle. A vehicle sends pedigree information to the server system which then identifies relevant update files and corresponding current draw and reflash time data for the particular vehicle. The relevant update files and corresponding data are sent to the particular vehicle. A state of charge of a battery in the vehicle is determined. A depleted state of charge is estimated that would remain after applying a relevant update file. The update file is not applied if the estimated depleted state of charge is less than a predetermined state of charge.Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2015Date of Patent: March 28, 2017Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Medville Jay Throop, Brian D. Tillman, Paul A. Mueller, April D. Johnson, Charles H. Nagi
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Publication number: 20160302593Abstract: A merchandising security system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure. At least one product barrier is movably mounted to the support. The at least one product barrier extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The product barrier is at least one of slidably mounted in relation to the support and pivotably mounted in relation to the support. The product barrier includes first and second sections which cooperate to retard a forward movement of an associated object supported on the second associated merchandising structure. At least one of the first and second members is mounted in relation to the support via a hinge.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2016Publication date: October 20, 2016Applicant: Fasteners for Retail, Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Wamsley, Robert Gray, Paul A. Mueller, Daniel J. Kump, Curtis Taylor, James J. Rataiczak, III
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Publication number: 20160077827Abstract: Electronic modules in motor vehicles are reflashed without encountering errors due to insufficient electrical power becoming available during a reflashing. A server system stores a database of update files together with data corresponding to a respective current draw and a respective reflash time associated with the respective update files when applied in each respective vehicle. A vehicle sends pedigree information to the server system which then identifies relevant update files and corresponding current draw and reflash time data for the particular vehicle. The relevant update files and corresponding data are sent to the particular vehicle. A state of charge of a battery in the vehicle is determined. A depleted state of charge is estimated that would remain after applying a relevant update file. The update file is not applied if the estimated depleted state of charge is less than a predetermined state of charge.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 25, 2015Publication date: March 17, 2016Inventors: MEDVILLE JAY THROOP, BRIAN D. TILLMAN, PAUL A. MUELLER, APRIL D. JOHNSON, CHARLES H. NAGI
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Patent number: 9229704Abstract: Electronic modules in motor vehicles are reflashed without encountering errors due to insufficient electrical power becoming available during a reflashing. A server system stores a database of update files together with data corresponding to a respective current draw and a respective reflash time associated with the respective update files when applied in each respective vehicle. A vehicle sends pedigree information to the server system which then identifies relevant update files and corresponding current draw and reflash time data for the particular vehicle. The relevant update files and corresponding data are sent to the particular vehicle. A state of charge of a battery in the vehicle is determined. A depleted state of charge is estimated that would remain after applying a relevant update file. The update file is not applied if the estimated depleted state of charge is less than a predetermined state of charge.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2014Date of Patent: January 5, 2016Assignee: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Medville Jay Throop, Brian D. Tillman, Paul A. Mueller, April D. Johnson, Charles H. Nagi
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Publication number: 20150277890Abstract: Electronic modules in motor vehicles are reflashed without encountering errors due to insufficient electrical power becoming available during a reflashing. A server system stores a database of update files together with data corresponding to a respective current draw and a respective reflash time associated with the respective update files when applied in each respective vehicle. A vehicle sends pedigree information to the server system which then identifies relevant update files and corresponding current draw and reflash time data for the particular vehicle. The relevant update files and corresponding data are sent to the particular vehicle. A state of charge of a battery in the vehicle is determined. A depleted state of charge is estimated that would remain after applying a relevant update file. The update file is not applied if the estimated depleted state of charge is less than a predetermined state of charge.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2014Publication date: October 1, 2015Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Medville Jay Throop, Brian D. Tillman, Paul A. Mueller, April D. Johnson, Charles H. Nagi
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Patent number: 8973765Abstract: A merchandising system includes a mounting member adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure. A tile is connected to the mounting member. The tile extends away from the mounting member so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion located in a first plane and a protrusion located in a second plane spaced from the first plane. The protrusion is linked to the mounting member. The tile is configured to be movable in relation to the mounting member thereby allowing selective access to a desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The connection between the protrusion and the mounting member enables movement of the tile in relation to the mounting member via at least one of pivoting and sliding.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2013Date of Patent: March 10, 2015Assignee: Fasteners For Retail, Inc.Inventors: Stephen D. Wamsley, Robert Gray, Paul A. Mueller, Daniel J. Kump, Curtis Taylor, James J. Rataiczak, III
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Publication number: 20140166598Abstract: A merchandising system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and a tile mounted to the support. The tile extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion and selectively slidable in relation to the first portion to change a size of the tile. A protrusion extends from the first portion. The protrusion is connected to the support to enable a movement of the tile in relation to the support thereby allowing selective access to any desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The tile front face can include a cut out section or a slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2013Publication date: June 19, 2014Applicant: FASTENERS FOR RETAIL, INC.Inventors: Gregory M. Bird, Shane Obitts, Paul A. Mueller
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Publication number: 20140083961Abstract: A merchandising system includes a mounting member adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure. A tile is connected to the mounting member. The tile extends away from the mounting member so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion located in a first plane and a protrusion located in a second plane spaced from the first plane. The protrusion is linked to the mounting member. The tile is configured to be movable in relation to the mounting member thereby allowing selective access to a desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The connection between the protrusion and the mounting member enables movement of the tile in relation to the mounting member via at least one of pivoting and sliding.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 26, 2013Publication date: March 27, 2014Applicant: FASTENERS FOR RETAIL, INC.Inventors: Stephen D. Wamsley, Robert Gray, Paul A. Mueller, Daniel J. Kump, Curtis Taylor, James J. Rataiczak, III
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Patent number: 8622227Abstract: A merchandising system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and a tile mounted to the support. The tile extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion and selectively slidable in relation to the first portion to change a size of the tile. A protrusion extends from the first portion. The protrusion is connected to the support to enable a movement of the tile in relation to the support thereby allowing selective access to any desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The tile front face can include a cut out section or a slot.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2012Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: Fasteners For Retail, Inc.Inventors: Gregory M. Bird, Shane Obitts, Paul A. Mueller
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Patent number: 8579123Abstract: A merchandising system includes an elongated mounting member that is selectively securable to a front portion of an associated shelf. A cooperating member is received on the mounting member. The cooperating member extends rearwardly over the associated shelf. The cooperating member includes an elongated body having a front end and a rear end and a nose extending from the front end. A hinge connects the nose to the front end. The nose contacts a wall of the elongated mounting member to retard relative movement between the cooperating member and the elongated mounting member.Type: GrantFiled: September 21, 2011Date of Patent: November 12, 2013Assignee: Fasteners For Retail, Inc.Inventors: Paul A. Mueller, John Caterinacci, Gerald Szpak
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Publication number: 20130213906Abstract: A merchandising system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and a tile mounted to the support. The tile extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion and selectively slidable in relation to the first portion to change a size of the tile. A protrusion extends from the first portion. The protrusion is connected to the support to enable a movement of the tile in relation to the support thereby allowing selective access to any desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The tile front face can include a cut out section or a slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2012Publication date: August 22, 2013Inventors: Gregory M. Bird, Shane Obitts, Paul A. Mueller
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Patent number: 8496126Abstract: A product pusher device includes an elongate track having a front end, a rear end, and a channel and a paddle movably connected to the track for movement along the channel. The paddle has a front face for engagement with a rearmost one of a set of associated products located on the track. The paddle includes a foot which is slidably engaged in the channel and extends forwardly of the front face. A biasing element urges the paddle toward the track front end.Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2003Date of Patent: July 30, 2013Assignee: Fasteners For Retail, Inc.Inventors: Paul A. Mueller, Daniel J. Kump
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Publication number: 20130117739Abstract: An electronic tool automatically uploads a plurality of software files into respective control modules in an on-board computer system of a vehicle. The electronic tool includes a memory having a plurality of software files stored therein that are associated with respective control modules in an on-board computer system of a vehicle. The electronic tool also includes a processor that automatically determines which ones of a plurality of individual control modules in a vehicle on-board computer system need to be programmed. In response to that determination, the electronic tool automatically uploads each of the plurality of software files into the respective control modules in the on-board computer system of the vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2011Publication date: May 9, 2013Applicant: FORD GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventors: Paul A. Mueller, April D. Johnson, Jason M. Miller, John Dolinsky, JR., Charles H. Nagi, Gregory W. Farrey, Mike Makled
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Patent number: 8342340Abstract: A merchandising system includes an elongated mounting member selectively securable to an associated shelf. A cooperating member is received on the mounting member, wherein the cooperating member extends rearwardly over the associated shelf. The cooperating member includes an elongated body. An engaging element is mounted to the elongated body and is movable in relation thereto. The engaging element selectively contacts the mounting member in order to selectively secure the cooperating member to the mounting member.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2012Date of Patent: January 1, 2013Assignee: Fasteners For Retail, Inc.Inventors: James J. Rataiczak, III, Paul A. Mueller, Daniel J. Kump, Raymond J. Fritz, Richard Alan Williams, Wallace D. Tiller, Jr., Daniel Edward Kustra
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Publication number: 20120285906Abstract: A merchandising system includes a support adapted to be secured to a first associated merchandising structure and a tile mounted to the support. The tile extends away from the support so as to approach a second associated merchandising structure spaced from the first associated merchandising structure. The tile includes a first portion and a second portion connected to the first portion and selectively slidable in relation to the first portion to change a size of the tile. A protrusion extends from the first portion. The protrusion is connected to the support to enable a movement of the tile in relation to the support thereby allowing selective access to any desired portion of at least one of the first and second associated merchandising structures. The tile front face can include a cut out section or a slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2012Publication date: November 15, 2012Inventors: Gregory M. Bird, Shane Obitts, Paul A. Mueller
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Patent number: D1024598Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2021Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: InterDesign, Inc.Inventors: Sara Czukal McBride, Paul A. Mueller