Patents by Inventor Scott R. Meyer

Scott R. Meyer 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: 9580562
    Abstract: Adhesive compositions comprising a high molecular weight acrylic copolymer and a low molecular weight copolymer are disclosed. Adhesive articles and methods of making adhesive compositions and articles are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Michael P. Daniels, James D. LaPerre, Scott R. Meyer, Jay M. Jennen
  • Patent number: 9470843
    Abstract: A lighting system for a vehicle display includes a light source and a pointer located apart from the light source. The lighting system further includes at least one optical fiber connected between the light source and the pointer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2016
    Assignee: Visteon Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott R. Meyers, Jonathan M. Frens
  • Publication number: 20150353005
    Abstract: An overhead console for a vehicle having a lighting assembly. The lighting assembly may include multiple light sources configured to emit light toward a show surface of the overhead console. Each light source may include a light-emitting diode. The overhead console may also include a capacitive sensing input device, a sunroof control device, a haptic feedback device, a directional lighting device, and so forth. The overhead console has a thickness of less than or equal to approximately 15 millimeters.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2014
    Publication date: December 10, 2015
    Inventors: Thomas Hodgson, Ame Dassen, Jonathan M. Frens, Scott R. Meyers, Michael Catlin, Nicholas T. Moelker, Kyle Beeck
  • Publication number: 20150168644
    Abstract: A lighting system for a vehicle display includes a light source and a pointer located apart from the light source. The lighting system further includes at least one optical fiber connected between the light source and the pointer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2013
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Applicant: VISTEON GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: Scott R. Meyers, Jonathan M. Frens
  • Publication number: 20150040981
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to durable photovoltaic modules, methods of making durable photovoltaic modules, and constructions including durable photovoltaic cells and modules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2013
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventors: Scott R. Meyer, Mark K. Nestegard
  • Publication number: 20140226159
    Abstract: Multi-layer articles are disclosed which include, a polypropylene-based film, and a layer on at least one surface of the polypropylene-based film including an ethylene-based material containing a copolymer of ethylene and at least one alpha-olefin comomoner with a density of no greater than 0.90 g/cm3 and a polydispersity index of between 1 and 4, wherein the multi-layer article is biaxially stretched. In some embodiments the multi-layer article exhibits desirable optical properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2014
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Applicant: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
    Inventors: Scott R. Meyer, Audrey A. Sherman, Kevin R. Schaffer
  • Publication number: 20140171538
    Abstract: Adhesive compositions comprising a high molecular weight acrylic copolymer and a low molecular weight copolymer are disclosed. Adhesive articles and methods of making adhesive compositions and articles are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Applicant: 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY
    Inventors: Michael P. Daniels, James D. LaPerre, Scott R. Meyer, Jay M. Jennen
  • Publication number: 20120276379
    Abstract: Adhesive compositions comprising a high molecular weight acrylic copolymer and a low molecular weight copolymer are disclosed. Adhesive articles and methods of making adhesive compositions and articles are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2012
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Inventors: Michael P. Daniels, James D. Laperre, Scott R. Meyer, Jay M. Jennen
  • Publication number: 20110151168
    Abstract: Multi-layer articles are disclosed which include, a polypropylene-based film, and a layer on at least one surface of the polypropylene-based film including an ethylene-based material containing a copolymer of ethylene and at least one alpha-olefin comomoner with a density of no greater than 0.90 g/cm3 and a polydispersity index of between 1 and 4, wherein the multi-layer article is biaxially stretched. In some embodiments the multi-layer article exhibits desirable optical properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2009
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventors: Scott R. Meyer, Audrey A. Sherman, Kevin R. Schaffer
  • Publication number: 20090280322
    Abstract: Adhesive compositions comprising a high molecular weight acrylic copolymer and a low molecular weight copolymer are disclosed. Adhesive articles and methods of making adhesive compositions and articles are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2007
    Publication date: November 12, 2009
    Inventors: Michael P. Daniels, James D. Laperre, Scott R. Meyer, Jay M. Jennen
  • Publication number: 20090219730
    Abstract: An instrument cluster for a passenger vehicle may comprise a trim element that may comprise a leading portion nearest a passenger area, a trailing portion furthest from the passenger area, and a light transmissive portion. The instrument cluster may comprise an applique proximate the trailing portion of the trim element and a circuit comprising at least one illumination device. The trim element may be configured so that light is transmitted from the at least one illumination device through the leading portion toward the passenger area when the at least one illumination device emits light.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2006
    Publication date: September 3, 2009
    Inventors: Timothy J. Syfert, Scott R. Meyers, Elizabeth A. Pyle, Timothy J. Borgeson, Toru Inagaki, Brook R. Burg, Steve Schultz, Rodger W. Eich
  • Patent number: 7575653
    Abstract: The invention provides a method for imparting topographical or protective features to a substrate by contacting a sheet material comprising a thermosettable layer with a substrate and heating the sheet material to an elevated temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2009
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Michael A. Johnson, Clayton A. George, Peggy S. Willett, Scott R. Meyer
  • Patent number: 7094843
    Abstract: Epoxy systems having improved shelf life are disclosed. The epoxy systems are suitable for use in a number of applications, including as an adhesive or as a sealant (e.g., as a component in a melt-sealing tape). Methods of making and using the epoxy systems are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 22, 2006
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventor: Scott R. Meyer
  • Publication number: 20040033324
    Abstract: Epoxy systems having improved shelf life are disclosed. The epoxy systems are suitable for use in a number of applications, including as an adhesive or as a sealant (e.g., as a component in a melt-sealing tape). Methods of making and using the epoxy systems are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2002
    Publication date: February 19, 2004
    Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventor: Scott R. Meyer
  • Publication number: 20030026092
    Abstract: A rechargeable light includes a body, a light source coupled to the body, a capacitor, and a power interface switch. The capacitor is configured to provide power to the light source. The capacitor and light source are configured to provide sustained light. The power interface is configured to be coupled to a power source external to the body and to provide power to charge the capacitor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2001
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Applicant: Johnson Controls Technology Company
    Inventors: Dian H. Reese, Jason M. Denbow, Brant J. Potter, Scott R. Meyers, Scott A. Hansen
  • Patent number: 6348249
    Abstract: A sheet material comprising i) a pressure-sensitive adhesive film comprising an acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive polymer, and ii) a release film comprising a polyolefin polymer having a density of no greater than 0.90 g/cc, the pressure-sensitive adhesive film being in contact with the polyolefin polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2002
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventor: Scott R. Meyer
  • Publication number: 20020011308
    Abstract: The invention provides a method for imparting topographical or protective features to a substrate by contacting a sheet material comprising a thermosettable layer with a substrate and heating the sheet material to an elevated temperature.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 1995
    Publication date: January 31, 2002
    Inventors: MICHAEL A. JOHNSON, CLAYTON A. GEORGE, PEGGY S. WILLETT, SCOTT R. MEYER
  • Publication number: 20010009706
    Abstract: A sheet material comprising i) a pressure-sensitive adhesive film comprising an acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive polymer, and ii) a release film comprising a polyolefin polymer having a density of no greater than 0.90 g/cc, the pressure-sensitive adhesive film being in contact with the polyolefin polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2001
    Publication date: July 26, 2001
    Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventor: Scott R. Meyer
  • Patent number: 6228449
    Abstract: A sheet material comprising i) a pressure-sensitive adhesive film comprising an acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive polymer, and ii) a release film comprising a polyolefin polymer having a density of no greater than 0.90 g/cc, the pressure-sensitive adhesive film being in contact with the polyolefin polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2001
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventor: Scott R. Meyer
  • Patent number: 6136398
    Abstract: A curable composition formed by mixing components comprising 10 to 70 weight percent of a curable epoxy resin; an effective amount of a curative for the epoxy resin; 10 to 85 weight percent of a thermoplastic ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer; and 5 to 60 weight percent of a thermoplastic polyester resin, the parts by weight being based on the total weight of the resin in the composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 1998
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2000
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Peggy S. Willett, Christopher M. Meyer, Scott R. Meyer