Patents by Inventor Stephen J. Haider

Stephen J. Haider 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).

  • Thermally actuated seat belt fastener
    Patent number: 4715096
    Abstract: A thermally actuated seat belt fastener includes a conventional latching mechanism having an automotive thermostat type of actuator within a release button that is pressed by a user to release the fastener. If the thermostat is subjected to a predetermined high temperature, an internal plunger extends from the interior of the button to automatically release the fastener, without depressing of the release button.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 1986
    Date of Patent: December 29, 1987
    Inventors: Joseph A. Fleming, Stephen J. Haider