Patents by Inventor Peter Fleischer

Peter Fleischer 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: 7825951
    Abstract: A camera assembly for a driver cab of a large vehicle is disclosed for monitoring a front dead angle zone extending in front of and laterally across the driver cab, the camera assembly comprises a display monitor carried within the driver cab; and a camera in communication with the display monitor for monitoring the dead angle zones. A support arm has a first arm and a second arm. The camera is mounted to the first arm of the support arm, and the second arm of the support arm being affixed to the driver cab. An adjustable joint connects the first and second arms so that the first arm may be moved to adjust the viewing position of the camera and the camera may be positioned properly for monitoring the dead angle zone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2010
    Assignee: Lang-Mekra North America, LLC
    Inventors: Heinrich Lang, Stephan Plomp, Peter Fleischer, Johann Fellner
  • Patent number: 7534971
    Abstract: A weighing system having a base region (1), a parallel-guided load receiver (4), at least one transmission lever (2) that is pivotably mounted on the base region via at least one flexural pivot (3), and a coupling element (7) that connects the load sensor to the short lever arm of the transmission lever. The flexural pivot (3), at least one part of the transmission lever (2), and at least one part of the base region (1?) are monolithically formed from a block. The flexural pivot (3) is separated from the rest of the block by four horizontal parallel bores (31, 32, 33, 34) that are adjacently arranged in an annular manner in such a way as to respectively leave a thin connecting segment (36, 37, 38 39) between adjacent bores, and by additional slots. In this way, a hysteresis-free flexural pivot can be created without the need for separate assembly components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer, Friedrich Helmsen, Thomas Fehling
  • Patent number: 7501592
    Abstract: A weighing system that works on the principle of electromagnetic force compensation. The weighing system has two guide members (4?), which connect a load support (5?) to a base region fixed to the housing. The weighing system also has at least one transmission lever (6?), which is mounted on the base region. The base region is divided into two separate subregions (2?, 3?), the transmission lever (6?) extends between these two subregions. Two weighing systems are arranged laterally side by side and their base regions are interconnected in such a way that the two subregions (2, 3) of the base region of the one weighing system are connected to the two subregions (2?, 3?) of the base region of the other weighing system such that their positions are fixed relative to each other.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2009
    Assignee: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer
  • Patent number: 7495186
    Abstract: A weighing system having a base region (1), a parallel-guided load receiver (4), at least one transmission lever (2) that is pivotably mounted on the base region via at least one flexural pivot (3), and a coupling element (7) that connects the load sensor to the short lever arm of the transmission lever. The flexural pivot (3), at least one part of the transmission lever (2), and at least one part of the base region (1?) are monolithically formed from a block. The flexural pivot (3) is separated from the rest of the block, and at least one spring connecting segment (36/35/38, 37/35?/39) of the flexural pivot (3) includes two spaced-apart thin material points (36, 38; 37, 39). In this way, a hysteresis-free flexural pivot can be created without the need for separate assembly components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2009
    Assignee: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer, Friedrich Helmsen, Thomas Fehling
  • Patent number: 7411138
    Abstract: A weighing system that operates according to the principle of electromagnetic force compensation, having two connecting rods (2, 3) which are fashioned as a parallel guide and connect a load receiver (4) to a base area (1) fixed to the housing, and having an angle lever (5) mounted on the base area. The force due to weight that is transmitted by the load receiver acts upon the short lever arm (5?) of the angle lever via a coupling element, and a coil projecting into the air gap of a permanent magnet system (7) is fastened to the long lever arm (5?). The weighing system occupies only a small area since the long lever arm takes the form of a vertical lever arm and extends, at least in part, in the area underneath the connecting rods of the parallel guide. The permanent magnet system is likewise arranged underneath the connecting rods of the parallel guide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2008
    Assignee: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Fabian Walter, Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer, Wilfried Langner
  • Publication number: 20080029315
    Abstract: A weighing system having a base region (1), a parallel-guided load receiver (4), at least one transmission lever (2) that is pivotably mounted on the base region via at least one flexural pivot (3), and a coupling element (7) that connects the load sensor to the short lever arm of the transmission lever. The flexural pivot (3), at least one part of the transmission lever (2), and at least one part of the base region (1?) are monolithically formed from a block. The flexural pivot (3) is separated from the rest of the block by four horizontal parallel bores (31, 32, 33, 34) that are adjacently arranged in an annular manner in such a way as to respectively leave a thin connecting segment (36, 37, 38 39) between adjacent bores, and by additional slots. In this way, a hysteresis-free flexural pivot can be created without the need for separate assembly components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Applicant: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer, Friedrich Helmsen, Thomas Fehling
  • Publication number: 20080029314
    Abstract: A weighing system having a base region (1), a parallel-guided load receiver (4), at least one transmission lever (2) that is pivotably mounted on the base region via at least one flexural pivot (3), and a coupling element (7) that connects the load sensor to the short lever arm of the transmission lever. The flexural pivot (3), at least one part of the transmission lever (2), and at least one part of the base region (1?) are monolithically formed from a block. The flexural pivot (3) is separated from the rest of the block, and at least one spring connecting segment (36/35/38, 37/35?/39) of the flexural pivot (3) includes two spaced-apart thin material points (36, 38; 37, 39). In this way, a hysteresis-free flexural pivot can be created without the need for separate assembly components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Applicant: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer, Friedrich Helmsen, Thomas Fehling
  • Patent number: 7285737
    Abstract: A weighing system that works on the principle of electromagnetic force compensation has two guide members (12), which as a parallel guide unit connect a load support (14) to a base region (11) fixed to the housing, and at least one transmission lever (17), which is mounted on the base region. The weighing system is configured such that a permanent magnet system may be wider than the body of the weighing system and configured to provide a recess into which the permanent magnet system(s) (29) of an adjacent weighing system (2) or of adjacent weighing systems can project. The permanent magnet system can thus be twice as wide as the body of the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2007
    Assignee: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer
  • Publication number: 20070193788
    Abstract: A weighing system that operates according to the principle of electromagnetic force compensation, having two connecting rods (2, 3) which are fashioned as a parallel guide and connect a load receiver (4) to a base area (1) fixed to the housing, and having an angle lever (5) mounted on the base area. The force due to weight that is transmitted by the load receiver acts upon the short lever arm (5?) of the angle lever via a coupling element, and a coil projecting into the air gap of a permanent magnet system (7) is fastened to the long lever arm (5?). The weighing system occupies only a small area since the long lever arm takes the form of a vertical lever arm and extends, at least in part, in the area underneath the connecting rods of the parallel guide and that the permanent magnet system is likewise arranged underneath the connecting rods of the parallel guide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2007
    Publication date: August 23, 2007
    Inventors: Fabian Walter, Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer, Wilfried Langner
  • Publication number: 20070034418
    Abstract: A weighing system that works on the principle of electromagnetic force compensation has two guide members (12), which as a parallel guide unit connect a load support (14) to a base region (11) fixed to the housing, and at least one transmission lever (17), which is mounted on the base region. The weighing system is configured such that a permanent magnet system may be wider than the body of the weighing system and configured to provide a recess into which the permanent magnet system(s) (29) of an adjacent weighing system (2) or of adjacent weighing systems can project. The permanent magnet system can thus be twice as wide as the body of the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2006
    Publication date: February 15, 2007
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer
  • Publication number: 20070034419
    Abstract: A weighing system that works on the principle of electromagnetic force compensation. The weighing system has two guide members (4?), which connect a load support (5?) to a base region fixed to the housing. The weighing system also has at least one transmission lever (6?), which is mounted on the base region. The base region is divided into two separate subregions (2?, 3?), the transmission lever (6?) extends between these two subregions. Two weighing systems are arranged laterally side by side and their base regions are interconnected in such a way that the two subregions (2, 3) of the base region of the one weighing system are connected to the two subregions (2?, 3?) of the base region of the other weighing system such that their positions are fixed relative to each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2006
    Publication date: February 15, 2007
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer
  • Publication number: 20060096790
    Abstract: A weighing system having a top pan balance with a divided upper guide (3a/3b) and a divided lower guide (4a, 4b) which cooperate to give a parallel guide, and link a load sensor (5) with a system support (2) that is mounted on the housing in a fixed manner. The weighing system has a translation lever which is rotatably mounted on the system support (2) by means of two flectors, the translation lever divided into two secondary levers (8a, 8b). Additionally, the weighing system includes a coupling element which is linked with the load sensor (5) and with a short lever arm of the translation lever. Flectors (7a, 7b) receiving the two secondary levers (8a,8b) are arranged adjacent the load sensor (5) and the rotational axis defined by the flectors (7a, 7b) extends through the load sensor (5).
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2005
    Publication date: May 11, 2006
    Inventors: Sigo Muehlich, Otto Kuhlmann, Peter Fleischer
  • Publication number: 20060061656
    Abstract: A camera assembly for a driver cab of a large vehicle is disclosed for monitoring a front dead angle zone extending in front of and laterally across the driver cab, the camera assembly comprises a display monitor carried within the driver cab; and a camera in communication with the display monitor for monitoring the dead angle zones. A support arm has a first arm and a second arm. The camera is mounted to the first arm of the support arm, and the second arm of the support arm being affixed to the driver cab. An adjustable joint connects the first and second arms so that the first arm may be moved to adjust the viewing position of the camera and the camera may be positioned properly for monitoring the dead angle zone.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2005
    Publication date: March 23, 2006
    Inventors: Heinrich Lang, Stephan Plomp, Peter Fleischer, Johann Fellner
  • Publication number: 20050046696
    Abstract: A system for providing a driver with images of the area behind the vehicle, and providing lighting from the back of a vehicle indicating operations of the vehicle. The system contains a vehicle light housing for installation on the rear of a vehicle and a lighting element embodied within the housing. The lighting element provides lighting from the back of a vehicle to indicate actions such as braking. The system also contains a camera embodied within the housing for providing images of the area behind the vehicle. The system further contains power connectors for connecting the vehicle light housing to a power source for providing power to the lighting element and camera. The system further contains a video connector for transmitting the images obtained by the camera to the operator of the vehicle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2004
    Publication date: March 3, 2005
    Inventors: Heinrich Lang, Peter Fleischer
  • Patent number: 6861593
    Abstract: A weighing sensor including a base (1) fixed to a housing, a load sensor (2) connected to the base in a displaceable manner via two arms (3, 4), a lever system (8 . . . 11) having at least one lever and transmitting the load acting on the load sensor to a transducer (12, 13), and a built-in calibration weight (40) which may be lowered onto a support region (30/38) for checking and/or calibrating the sensitivity of the weighing sensor. The support region is guided in a parallel manner by two additional arms (21, 22) and is connected to a lever (9/39) of the lever system (8 . . . 11) via a coupling element (26). Relatively large loads on the weighing sensor may be simulated with relatively small calibration weights, without the need for complicated lifting devices. The two additional arms (21, 22) are connected on the one hand to the support region (30/38) and on the other hand to the load sensor (2) and are located on the side of the load sensor (2) opposite from the lever system (8 . . . 11).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2005
    Assignee: Sartorius Aktiengesellschaft
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Thorsten Capelle, Peter Fleischer, Friedrich Helmsen, Detlev Erben, Rudolf Mueller
  • Publication number: 20040003948
    Abstract: A weighing sensor including a base (1) fixed to a housing, a load sensor (2) connected to the base in a displaceable manner via two arms (3, 4), a lever system (8 . . . 11) having at least one lever and transmitting the load acting on the load sensor to a transducer (12, 13), and a built-in calibration weight (40) which may be lowered onto a support region (30/38) for checking and/or calibrating the sensitivity of the weighing sensor. The support region is guided in a parallel manner by two additional arms (21, 22) and is connected to a lever (9/39) of the lever system (8 . . . 11) via a coupling element (26). Relatively large loads on the weighing sensor may be simulated with relatively small calibration weights, without the need for complicated lifting devices. The two additional arms (21, 22) are connected on the one hand to the support region (30/38) and on the other hand to the load sensor (2) and are located on the side of the load sensor (2) opposite from the lever system (8 . . . 11).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2003
    Publication date: January 8, 2004
    Applicant: SARTORIUS AG
    Inventors: Otto Kuhlmann, Thorsten Capelle, Peter Fleischer, Friedrich Helmsen, Detlev Erben, Rudolf Mueller
  • Patent number: 5090494
    Abstract: A balance with a system carrier (1) fixed to the housing and with a balance-scale support part (2) connected by two upper and two lower guide rod struts in the form of a parallel guide to the system carrier. Each upper guide rod strut is connected to a lower guide rod strut via two connection areas, which struts are combined to a guide rod plate (5,6). The two guide rod plates (5,6) are fastened laterally to the system carrier (1) and to the balance-scale support part (2). The system carrier (1) is wider than the balance-scale support part (2). The two screw attachment surfaces for the guide rod plates (5,6) on the system carrier (1) and on the balance-scale support part (2) form an angle with one another so that the system carrier (1), the two guide rod plates (5,6) and the balance-scale support part (2) form a trapezoid when viewed from the top.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 1990
    Date of Patent: February 25, 1992
    Assignee: Sartorius AG
    Inventors: Rudolf Muller, Peter Fleischer, Veronika Martens
  • Patent number: H1997
    Abstract: A system for concomitant scenario topography with the aid of a digital computer such that a two-dimensional or three-dimensional map is produced and displayed which illustrates the combined effects, particularly geo-environmental, of multiple, diverse criteria and factors relative to uniquely-referenced, uniform, small areas of a plane surface or the surface of a solid. The topography system employs plural interrelated tables, worksheets and mapping systems to receive, contain and apply various political, economic, scientific, and technical criteria and factors as attributes of a particular small area, and subsequently map the processed data. Each table includes at least one join field which links that table to at least one other table or worksheet. At least one worksheet includes capability for rapid, dynamic user-interaction to facilitate generation of a myriad of actual or imagined scenarios.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2001
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventor: Peter Fleischer