Patents by Inventor Thomas Heyer
Thomas Heyer 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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Publication number: 20230243152Abstract: A ceiling façade system includes: a ceiling tile including an interior panel defining a first edge extending along a first side of the ceiling tile and a second edge extending along a second side of the ceiling tile opposite the first edge, a heating element, and an insulator layer arranged over the heating element opposite the interior panel; a first receiver extending along and configured to support the first side of the ceiling tile on a linear lighting track arranged on a ceiling structure and configured to locate the first edge of the interior panel adjacent and partially concealing the linear lighting track; and a second receiver extending along and configured to support the second side of the ceiling tile on a linear seam track arranged on the ceiling structure, the linear seam track laterally offset from the linear lighting track.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2023Publication date: August 3, 2023Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Jemuel Joseph, Thomas Heyer, Craig Derian, Katherine Stavisky, Robert Jackson, Scott Kevern, Tyler Peterson, Jose Morales
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Patent number: 11649629Abstract: A ceiling façade system includes: a ceiling tile including an interior panel defining a first edge extending along a first side of the ceiling tile and a second edge extending along a second side of the ceiling tile opposite the first edge, a heating element, and an insulator layer arranged over the heating element opposite the interior panel; a first receiver extending along and configured to support the first side of the ceiling tile on a linear lighting track arranged on a ceiling structure and configured to locate the first edge of the interior panel adjacent and partially concealing the linear lighting track; and a second receiver extending along and configured to support the second side of the ceiling tile on a linear seam track arranged on the ceiling structure, the linear seam track laterally offset from the linear lighting track.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2021Date of Patent: May 16, 2023Assignee: Cover Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Jemuel Joseph, Thomas Heyer, Craig Derian, Katherine Stavisky, Robert Jackson, Scott Kevern, Tyler Peterson, Jose Morales
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Patent number: 11365541Abstract: A ceiling façade system includes: a ceiling tile including an interior panel defining a first edge extending along a first side of the ceiling tile and a second edge extending along a second side of the ceiling tile opposite the first edge, a heating element, and an insulator layer arranged over the heating element opposite the interior panel; a first receiver extending along and configured to support the first side of the ceiling tile on a linear lighting track arranged on a ceiling structure and configured to locate the first edge of the interior panel adjacent and partially concealing the linear lighting track; and a second receiver extending along and configured to support the second side of the ceiling tile on a linear seam track arranged on the ceiling structure, the linear seam track laterally offset from the linear lighting track.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2020Date of Patent: June 21, 2022Assignee: Cover Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Jemuel Joseph, Thomas Heyer, Craig Derian, Katherine Stavisky, Robert Jackson, Scott Kevern, Tyler Peterson, Jose Morales
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Publication number: 20220112714Abstract: A ceiling façade system includes: a ceiling tile including an interior panel defining a first edge extending along a first side of the ceiling tile and a second edge extending along a second side of the ceiling tile opposite the first edge, a heating element, and an insulator layer arranged over the heating element opposite the interior panel; a first receiver extending along and configured to support the first side of the ceiling tile on a linear lighting track arranged on a ceiling structure and configured to locate the first edge of the interior panel adjacent and partially concealing the linear lighting track; and a second receiver extending along and configured to support the second side of the ceiling tile on a linear seam track arranged on the ceiling structure, the linear seam track laterally offset from the linear lighting track.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2021Publication date: April 14, 2022Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Jemuel Joseph, Thomas Heyer, Craig Derian, Katherine Stavisky, Robert Jackson, Scott Kevern, Tyler Peterson, Jose Morales
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Patent number: 11236505Abstract: One variation of a panelized structural building system includes, a set of wall panels, each including: an outer face; a set of hardpoints, each arranged proximal a corner of the outer face, defining a lateral wall panel datum facing outwardly from a side of the wall panel, and defining an exterior façade mount facing outwardly from the outer face; and a load-bearing structure extending between the set of hardpoints and inset from a maximal wall panel perimeter defined by the set of hardpoints; wherein the set of wall panels are assemblable into a wall with lateral wall panel datums—defined by hardpoints in adjacent wall panels—abutting to laterally space the set of wall panels along the wall. The system also includes a set of exterior façade panels configured to install onto exterior façade mounts—defined hardpoints in adjacent wall panels—to conceal outer faces of these wall panels.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2020Date of Patent: February 1, 2022Assignee: Cover Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Connor Holjes, Craig Derian, Jemuel Joseph, Jose Morales, Thomas Heyer, Zachary Winoker
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Publication number: 20210381228Abstract: One variation of a panelized structural building system includes, a set of wall panels, each including: an outer face; a set of hardpoints, each arranged proximal a corner of the outer face, defining a lateral wall panel datum facing outwardly from a side of the wall panel, and defining an exterior façade mount facing outwardly from the outer face; and a load-bearing structure extending between the set of hardpoints and inset from a maximal wall panel perimeter defined by the set of hardpoints; wherein the set of wall panels are assemblable into a wall with lateral wall panel datums—defined by hardpoints in adjacent wall panels—abutting to laterally space the set of wall panels along the wall. The system also includes a set of exterior façade panels configured to install onto exterior façade mounts—defined hardpoints in adjacent wall panels—to conceal outer faces of these wall panels.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 20, 2021Publication date: December 9, 2021Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Connor Holjes, Craig Derian, Jemuel Joseph, Jose Morales, Thomas Heyer, Zachary Winoker
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Publication number: 20210214940Abstract: A ceiling façade system includes: a ceiling tile including an interior panel defining a first edge extending along a first side of the ceiling tile and a second edge extending along a second side of the ceiling tile opposite the first edge, a heating element, and an insulator layer arranged over the heating element opposite the interior panel; a first receiver extending along and configured to support the first side of the ceiling tile on a linear lighting track arranged on a ceiling structure and configured to locate the first edge of the interior panel adjacent and partially concealing the linear lighting track; and a second receiver extending along and configured to support the second side of the ceiling tile on a linear seam track arranged on the ceiling structure, the linear seam track laterally offset from the linear lighting track.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2020Publication date: July 15, 2021Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Jemuel Joseph, Thomas Heyer, Craig Derian, Katherine Stavinsky, Robert Jackson, Scott Kevern, Tyler Peterson, Jose Morales
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Publication number: 20200385982Abstract: One variation of a panelized structural building system includes, a set of wall panels, each including: an outer face; a set of hardpoints, each arranged proximal a corner of the outer face, defining a lateral wall panel datum facing outwardly from a side of the wall panel, and defining an exterior façade mount facing outwardly from the outer face; and a load-bearing structure extending between the set of hardpoints and inset from a maximal wall panel perimeter defined by the set of hardpoints; wherein the set of wall panels are assemblable into a wall with lateral wall panel datums—defined by hardpoints in adjacent wall panels—abutting to laterally space the set of wall panels along the wall. The system also includes a set of exterior façade panels configured to install onto exterior façade mounts—defined hardpoints in adjacent wall panels—to conceal outer faces of these wall panels.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2020Publication date: December 10, 2020Inventors: Alexis Xavier Rivas, Connor Holjes, Craig Derian, Jemuel Joseph, Jose Morales, Thomas Heyer, Zachary Winoker
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Patent number: 9284664Abstract: Disclosed are polymeric additives for concrete formed of a polyoxymethylene (POM) copolymer, POM copolymers can be utilized to form fibrous additives for concrete, i.e., microfibers and/or macrofibers. The POM copolymers can include one or more chemical groups, e.g., end groups and/or pendant groups that can increase the polarity of the POM and increase the hydrophilicity of the formed fibers, which can improve miscibility of the fibers in wet concrete. Chemical groups of the POM copolymers can bond with components of the concrete or can hydrolyze to form groups that can bond with components of the concrete, e.g., form covalent or noncovalent (e.g., electrostatic or ionic) bonds with one or more components of the concrete binder.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2014Date of Patent: March 15, 2016Assignee: Ticona LLCInventors: Steven Bassetti, Robert M. Gronner, Thomas Heyer, Hanno Hueckstaedt, Arvind Karandikar
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Patent number: 9051476Abstract: A powder containing a polyoxymethylene polymer for coating metallic substrates is described. The polymeric particles are made from a polymeric composition containing a polyoxymethylene polymer having functional terminal groups. The polyoxymethylene polymer is blended with at least one functional additive. The functional additive can decrease the stiffness of the polyoxymethylene polymer, can decrease the shrinkage properties of the polyoxymethylene polymer and/or increase adhesion of the polymer to metal surfaces.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2011Date of Patent: June 9, 2015Assignee: Ticona LLCInventors: Robert M. Gronner, Thomas Heyer, Hanno Hueckstaedt, Meyer Rosen
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Publication number: 20140302319Abstract: Disclosed are polymeric additives for concrete formed of a polyoxymethylene (POM) copolymer, POM copolymers can be utilized to form fibrous additives for concrete, i.e., microfibers and/or macrofibers. The POM copolymers can include one or more chemical groups, e.g., end groups and/or pendant groups that can increase the polarity of the POM and increase the hydrophilicity of the formed fibers, which can improve miscibility of the fibers in wet concrete. Chemical groups of the POM copolymers can bond with components of the concrete or can hydrolyze to form groups that can bond with components of the concrete, e.g., form covalent or noncovalent (e.g., electrostatic or ionic) bonds with one or more components of the concrete binder.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2014Publication date: October 9, 2014Inventors: Steven Bassetti, Robert M. Gronner, Thomas Heyer, Hanno Hueckstaedt, Arvind Karandikar
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Patent number: 8785526Abstract: Disclosed are polymeric additives for concrete formed of a polyoxymethylene (POM) copolymer. POM copolymers can be utilized to form fibrous additives for concrete, i.e., microfibers and/or macrofibers. The POM copolymers can include one or more chemical groups, e.g., end groups and/or pendant groups that can increase the polarity of the POM and increase the hydrophilicity of the formed fibers, which can improve miscibility of the fibers in wet concrete. Chemical groups of the POM copolymers can bond with components of the concrete or can hydrolyze to form groups that can bond with components of the concrete, e.g., form covalent or noncovalent (e.g., electrostatic or ionic) bonds with one or more components of the concrete binder.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2011Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Assignee: Ticona LLCInventors: Steven Bassetti, Robert M. Gronner, Thomas Heyer, Hanno Hueckstaedt, Arvind Karandikar
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Publication number: 20140030508Abstract: A powder containing a polyoxymethylene polymer for coating metallic substrates is described. The polymeric particles are made from a polymeric composition containing a polyoxymethylene polymer having functional terminal groups. The polyoxymethylene polymer is blended with at least one functional additive. The functional additive can decrease the stiffness of the polyoxymethylene polymer, can decrease the shrinkage properties of the polyoxymethylene polymer and/or increase adhesion of the polymer to metal surfaces.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2011Publication date: January 30, 2014Applicant: Ticona LLCInventors: Robert M. Gronner, Thomas Heyer, Hanno Hueckstaedt, Meyer Rosen
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Publication number: 20120157576Abstract: Disclosed are polymeric additives for concrete formed of a polyoxymethylene (POM) copolymer. POM copolymers can be utilized to form fibrous additives for concrete, i.e., microfibers and/or macrofibers. The POM copolymers can include one or more chemical groups, e.g., end groups and/or pendant groups that can increase the polarity of the POM and increase the hydrophilicity of the formed fibers, which can improve miscibility of the fibers in wet concrete. Chemical groups of the POM copolymers can bond with components of the concrete or can hydrolyze to form groups that can bond with components of the concrete, e.g., form covalent or noncovalent (e.g., electrostatic or ionic) bonds with one or more components of the concrete binder.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2011Publication date: June 21, 2012Applicant: TICONA LLCInventors: Steven Bassetti, Robert M. Gronner, Thomas Heyer, Hanno Hueckstaedt, Arvind Karandikar
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Patent number: 7409794Abstract: A powered fishing line casting system utilizing compressed air is provided to cast a projectile provided with fishhooks and bait, and to which the fishing line to be cast is attached, to greater distances than could be achieved using conventional casting methods. The system includes a hollow launch tube sized to accommodate insertion of the projectile. A reducer is disposed adjacent to one end of the launch tube and is adapted to receive a flow of compressed gas from an accumulator tank and to discharge a stream of high-velocity air that impinges upon the projectile disposed within the launch tube in order to launch the projectile. A manually-operable valve is interposed between the reducer and the accumulator tank to control the flow of air to the reducer. Spaced-apart front and rear support legs provide stable support for the system during and between launches of a fishing line carrying projectile.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2005Date of Patent: August 12, 2008Inventors: Daniel Triano, Thomas Heyer, Douglas Osenbauch
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Publication number: 20070163177Abstract: The invention relates to a door module for a vehicle door that includes a module plate and a window lifter rail attached to the module plate. The window lifter rail is movable in translation, is pivotally attached to the module plate, and is fixed by an easily detachable retaining mechanism in a supply position. The invention further relates to a vehicle door comprising such a door module as well as to a method of mounting a door module to a vehicle door.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2007Publication date: July 19, 2007Inventors: Thomas Heyer, Jean-Francois Bigourden
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Publication number: 20070101658Abstract: An assembly unit for a vehicle includes an inside door piece having a mount, and a carrier element having a recess. The recess is surrounded by a protrusion that is able to engage in the mount, which positions the carrier element.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2006Publication date: May 10, 2007Inventor: Thomas Heyer
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Publication number: 20060248834Abstract: An assembly unit includes an inside door steel sheet and a carrier element that is fastened to the inside door steel sheet. The carrier element has at least one edge hung on the inside door steel sheet with a latching connection or a hook connection.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2006Publication date: November 9, 2006Inventors: Thomas Heyer, Markus Waroch, Laurent Cheramy, Francois-Paul Meurou, Norbert Kleen
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Publication number: 20060059764Abstract: A powered fishing line casting system utilizing compressed air is provided to cast a projectile provided with fishhooks and bait, and to which the fishing line to be cast is attached, to greater distances than could be achieved using conventional casting methods. The system includes a hollow launch tube sized to accommodate insertion of the projectile. A reducer is disposed adjacent to one end of the launch tube and is adapted to receive a flow of compressed gas from an accumulator tank and to discharge a stream of high-velocity air that impinges upon the projectile disposed within the launch tube in order to launch the projectile. A manually-operable valve is interposed between the reducer and the accumulator tank to control the flow of air to the reducer. Spaced-apart front and rear support legs provide stable support for the system during and between launches of a fishing line carrying projectile.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2005Publication date: March 23, 2006Inventors: Daniel Triano, Thomas Heyer, Douglas Osenbauch
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Publication number: 20060037247Abstract: A window lifter rail includes a pulley and a pulley cover. The pulley cover can be fastened to the window lifter rail in various positions. This ensures an assembly unit that offers a more flexible use while also reducing the production and installation costs.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2005Publication date: February 23, 2006Inventors: Thomas Heyer, Markus Waroch