Patents by Inventor Stephen R. Roddy
Stephen R. Roddy 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: 11957893Abstract: A neuromodulation therapy is delivered via at least one electrode implanted subcutaneously and superficially to a fascia layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. In one example, an implantable medical device is deployed along a superficial surface of a deep fascia tissue layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. Electrical stimulation energy is delivered to the nerve through the deep fascia tissue layer via implantable medical device electrodes.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2020Date of Patent: April 16, 2024Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Brad C. Tischendorf, John E. Kast, Thomas P. Miltich, Gordon O. Munns, Randy S. Roles, Craig L. Schmidt, Joseph J. Viavattine, Christian S. Nielsen, Prabhakar A. Tamirisa, Anthony M. Chasensky, Markus W. Reiterer, Chris J. Paidosh, Reginald D. Robinson, Bernard Q. Li, Erik R. Scott, Phillip C. Falkner, Xuan K. Wei, Eric H. Bonde, David A. Dinsmoor, Duane L. Bourget, Forrest C M Pape, Gabriela C. Molnar, Joel A. Anderson, Michael J. Ebert, Richard T. Stone, Shawn C. Kelley, Stephen J. Roddy, Timothy J. Denison, Todd V. Smith
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Patent number: 11957894Abstract: A neuromodulation therapy is delivered via at least one electrode implanted subcutaneously and superficially to a fascia layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. In one example, an implantable medical device is deployed along a superficial surface of a deep fascia tissue layer superficial to a nerve of a patient. Electrical stimulation energy is delivered to the nerve through the deep fascia tissue layer via implantable medical device electrodes.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2020Date of Patent: April 16, 2024Assignee: Medtronic, Inc.Inventors: Anthony M. Chasensky, Bernard Q. Li, Brad C. Tischendorf, Chris J. Paidosh, Christian S. Nielsen, Craig L. Schmidt, David A. Dinsmoor, Duane L. Bourget, Eric H. Bonde, Erik R. Scott, Forrest C M Pape, Gabriela C. Molnar, Gordon O. Munns, Joel A. Anderson, John E. Kast, Joseph J. Viavattine, Markus W. Reiterer, Michael J. Ebert, Phillip C. Falkner, Prabhakar A. Tamirisa, Randy S. Roles, Reginald D. Robinson, Richard T. Stone, Shawn C. Kelley, Stephen J. Roddy, Thomas P. Miltich, Timothy J. Denison, Todd V. Smith, Xuan K. Wei
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Publication number: 20230125488Abstract: A composite liftgate system with an inner panel construction having a strengthening channel structure. Structural composite reinforcements are bonded to the inner panel where additional strength is needed to meet predetermined performance requirements. Where the extra structure is needed, no steel or a minimum amounts of steel is used and the structural reinforcements are bonded in place using adhesive prior to application of additional fasteners.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2022Publication date: April 27, 2023Applicant: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Eric R. Langley
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Patent number: 11560045Abstract: A composite liftgate system with an inner panel construction having a strengthening channel structure. Structural composite reinforcements are bonded to the inner panel where additional strength is needed to meet predetermined performance requirements. Where the extra structure is needed, no steel or a minimum amounts of steel is used and the structural reinforcements are bonded in place using adhesive prior to application of additional fasteners.Type: GrantFiled: January 4, 2021Date of Patent: January 24, 2023Assignee: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Eric R. Langley
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Publication number: 20210122217Abstract: A composite liftgate system with an inner panel construction having a strengthening channel structure. Structural composite reinforcements are bonded to the inner panel where additional strength is needed to meet predetermined performance requirements. Where the extra structure is needed, no steel or a minimum amounts of steel is used and the structural reinforcements are bonded in place using adhesive prior to application of additional fasteners.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2021Publication date: April 29, 2021Applicant: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Eric R. Langley
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Patent number: 10913335Abstract: A composite liftgate system with an inner panel construction having a strengthening channel structure. Structural composite reinforcements are bonded to the inner panel where additional strength is needed to meet predetermined performance requirements. Where the extra structure is needed, no steel or a minimum amounts of steel is used and the structural reinforcements are bonded in place using adhesive prior to application of additional fasteners.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2019Date of Patent: February 9, 2021Assignee: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Eric R. Langley
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Publication number: 20190329636Abstract: A composite liftgate system with an inner panel construction having a strengthening channel structure. Structural composite reinforcements are bonded to the inner panel where additional strength is needed to meet predetermined performance requirements. Where the extra structure is needed, no steel or a minimum amounts of steel is used and the structural reinforcements are bonded in place using adhesive prior to application of additional fasteners.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2019Publication date: October 31, 2019Applicant: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Eric R. Langley
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Patent number: 10384520Abstract: A composite liftgate system with an inner panel construction having a strengthening channel structure. Structural composite reinforcements are bonded to the inner panel where additional strength is needed to meet predetermined performance requirements. Where the extra structure is needed, no steel or a minimum amounts of steel is used and the structural reinforcements are bonded in place using adhesive prior to application of additional fasteners.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2016Date of Patent: August 20, 2019Assignee: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Eric R. Langley
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Patent number: 10214249Abstract: A roof attachment system and method for connecting a composite molded roof to a vehicle body structure, having a plurality of mounting members that each create a C-like section part that is shaped to match the inside surface of the composite Class A roof. The mounting member is bonded to the roof panel with adhesive. The roof is aligned with key features to locate the roof within an opening, where the mounting member is then also bonded to the body structure with adhesive.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2015Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Assignee: Magna Exteriors Inc.Inventors: Stephen R. Roddy, Ameil A. Kapadia, Mark C. Martin, Matthew R. Plauman
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Publication number: 20170073021Abstract: A roof attachment system and method for connecting a composite molded roof to a vehicle body structure, having a plurality of mounting members that each create a C-like section part that is shaped to match the inside surface of the composite Class A roof. The mounting member is bonded to the roof panel with adhesive. The roof is aligned with key features to locate the roof within an opening, where the mounting member is then also bonded to the body structure with adhesive.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2015Publication date: March 16, 2017Inventors: Stephen R. Roddy, Ameil A. Kapadia, Mark C. Martin, Matthew R. Plauman
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Publication number: 20160347155Abstract: A composite liftgate system with an inner panel construction having a strengthening channel structure. Structural composite reinforcements are bonded to the inner panel where additional strength is needed to meet predetermined performance requirements. Where the extra structure is needed, no steel or a minimum amounts of steel is used and the structural reinforcements are bonded in place using adhesive prior to application of additional fasteners.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2016Publication date: December 1, 2016Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Eric R. Langley
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Patent number: 9163852Abstract: A modular a bracket which forms a cavity such that the bracket surrounds and supports an actuator. In one embodiment, the bracket is made of multiple pieces and also connects together without the use of fasteners. The pieces are connected together through the use of several attachment features, with a portion of each of the attachment features integrally formed as part of each half. The bracket also includes a plurality of alignment features integrally formed as part of the bracket. The alignment features support and properly position the actuator within the cavity. The design of the bracket reduces and simplifies design and tooling, and also has minimal components and fasteners, which also simplifies and reduces labor time.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2014Date of Patent: October 20, 2015Assignee: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Michael W. Crane, Thomas E Cobb, Anthony J. Povinelli, James J. Kowalski, Stephen R. Roddy
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Patent number: 9038273Abstract: A shipping pallet having a top deck, a bottom skid, and a plurality of posts disposed between and separating the top deck and the bottom skid such that at least one tow fork is able to be positioned between the top deck and the bottom skid. The shipping pallet also includes a plurality of collars formed as part of the top deck, and the posts are integrally formed as part of the bottom skid. Each of the plurality of posts is received into and connected to a respective one of the plurality of collars. There is also a plurality of reinforcements, and each of the reinforcements is disposed within and surrounded by a post. Each post and reinforcement is received into one of the collars, and the post is connected to the collar through a connection point, such as an adhesive joint or thermoplastic weld.Type: GrantFiled: December 27, 2012Date of Patent: May 26, 2015Assignee: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Steven Grgac, Stephen R. Roddy, Matthew R. Plauman
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Publication number: 20140342656Abstract: A modular a bracket which forms a cavity such that the bracket surrounds and supports an actuator. In one embodiment, the bracket is made of multiple pieces and also connects together without the use of fasteners. The pieces are connected together through the use of several attachment features, with a portion of each of the attachment features integrally formed as part of each half. The bracket also includes a plurality of alignment features integrally formed as part of the bracket. The alignment features support and properly position the actuator within the cavity. The design of the bracket reduces and simplifies design and tooling, and also has minimal components and fasteners, which also simplifies and reduces labor time.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2014Publication date: November 20, 2014Inventors: Michael W. Crane, Thomas E. Cobb, Anthony J. Povinelli, James J. Kowalski, Stephen R. Roddy
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Patent number: 8403399Abstract: The present invention is a thermoplastic composite liftgate system with reinforcements in key areas to allow the system to meet performance requirements, while lowering the tooling investment, lowering the system mass, and improving the styling flexibility. The present invention includes an inner panel and at least one bracket or reinforcement member connected to the inner panel such that when a force is applied to the bracket, the force is distributed to the inner panel.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2009Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: Magna International Inc.Inventors: Christopher J. Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Martin McLeod, Michelle Vanbuskirk, Alexander Kiselev, Gari M. Schalte, Norman Guschewski
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Publication number: 20110074179Abstract: The present invention is a thermoplastic composite liftgate system with reinforcements in key areas to allow the system to meet performance requirements, while lowering the tooling investment, lowering the system mass, and improving the styling flexibility. The present invention includes an inner panel and at least one bracket or reinforcement member connected to the inner panel such that when a force is applied to the bracket, the force is distributed to the inner panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2009Publication date: March 31, 2011Inventors: Christopher John Kuntze, Stephen R. Roddy, Martin Mcleod, Michelle Vanbuskirk, Alexander Kiselev, Gari M. Schalte, Norman Guschewski
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Patent number: 7081810Abstract: A roof rack assembly for transporting articles along a roof of a motor vehicle includes a frame member extending along the roof. The roof rack assembly also includes an electronic component for receiving and transmitting signals to an interior portion of the motor vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2004Date of Patent: July 25, 2006Assignee: Decoma International Inc.Inventors: Jack V. Henderson, Keijo J. Huotari, Gregory A. Brower, Stephen R. Roddy, Mary Ann Bator
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Patent number: 6945348Abstract: A motor vehicle protection assembly secured to and extending out from a frame of a motor vehicle. The motor vehicle protection assembly absorbs force during an impact of the motor vehicle with another object. The motor vehicle protection assembly includes an attachment bracket fixedly secured to the frame. In addition, the motor vehicle protection assembly includes an impact panel fixedly secured to the attachment bracket and extending between a leading end and a trailing end. The impact panel includes a collapsible region. When the object impacts the leading end, the force created by the impact is absorbed by the collapsible region to reduce the force received and absorbed by the object.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2002Date of Patent: September 20, 2005Assignee: Decoma International Inc.Inventors: Jack V. Henderson, Stephen R. Roddy
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Publication number: 20040238256Abstract: A motor vehicle protection assembly secured to and extending out from a frame of a motor vehicle. The motor vehicle protection assembly absorbs force during an impact of the motor vehicle with another object. The motor vehicle protection assembly includes an attachment bracket fixedly secured to the frame. In addition, the motor vehicle protection assembly includes an impact panel fixedly secured to the attachment bracket and extending between a leading end and a trailing end. The impact panel includes a collapsible region. When the object impacts the leading end, the force created by the impact is absorbed by the collapsible region to reduce the force received and absorbed by the object.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 23, 2004Publication date: December 2, 2004Inventors: Jack V Henderson, Stephen R Roddy
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Patent number: 6814397Abstract: A bed assembly for a motor vehicle includes a floor pan that defines a bed surface extending between longitudinal sides. Each of the longitudinal sides includes a side support surface spaced from and parallel to the bed surface. The bed assembly also includes a sidewall panel having a lower end defining a base surface disposed adjacent to and supported by the side support surface. In addition, the bed assembly includes a retention member extending along a portion of one of the longitudinal sides to secure the base surface to the side support surface. The retention member maintains the sidewall panel in abutting relation to the floor pan.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2003Date of Patent: November 9, 2004Assignee: Decoma International Inc.Inventors: Jack V. Henderson, Keijo J. Huotari, Greg Brower, Stephen R. Roddy, Bradford Armstrong