Patents by Inventor Thomas S. Legeza

Thomas S. Legeza 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: 10496109
    Abstract: Various embodiments of a controller for controlling at least one solenoid comprise a first electrical connector for electrically communicating with a vehicle communications bus; a second electrical connector for transmitting messages to a plurality of solenoids; and a processor having control logic. The control logic is capable of associating each of a plurality of solenoids with a vehicle function when the plurality of solenoids are in electrical communication with the controller; receiving a control message at the first electrical connector in a first format to enable a first vehicle function; and electrically communicating a control message in a second format at the second electrical connector in response to receiving the control message in the first format to control one of the plurality of solenoids associated with the first vehicle function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Assignee: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
    Inventors: Christopher H. Hutchins, Daniel P. Zula, Randy S. Wise, Timothy J. Frashure, Thomas S. Legeza
  • Publication number: 20180267564
    Abstract: Various embodiments of a controller for controlling at least one solenoid comprise a first electrical connector for electrically communicating with a vehicle communications bus; a second electrical connector for transmitting messages to a plurality of solenoids; and a processor having control logic. The control logic is capable of associating each of a plurality of solenoids with a vehicle function when the plurality of solenoids are in electrical communication with the controller; receiving a control message at the first electrical connector in a first format to enable a first vehicle function; and electrically communicating a control message in a second format at the second electrical connector in response to receiving the control message in the first format to control one of the plurality of solenoids associated with the first vehicle function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2018
    Publication date: September 20, 2018
    Inventors: Christopher H. Hutchins, Daniel P. Zula, Randy S. Wise, Timothy J. Frashure, Thomas S. Legeza
  • Patent number: 10001786
    Abstract: Various embodiments of a controller for controlling at least one solenoid comprise a first electrical connector for electrically communicating with a vehicle communications bus; a second electrical connector for transmitting messages to a plurality of solenoids; and a processor having control logic. The control logic is capable of associating each of a plurality of solenoids with a vehicle function when the plurality of solenoids are in electrical communication with the controller; receiving a control message at the first electrical connector in a first format to enable a first vehicle function; and electrically communicating a control message in a second format at the second electrical connector in response to receiving the control message in the first format to control one of the plurality of solenoids associated with the first vehicle function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2018
    Assignee: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
    Inventors: Christopher H Hutchins, Daniel P Zula, Randy S Wise, Timothy J Frashure, Thomas S Legeza
  • Publication number: 20170277204
    Abstract: Various embodiments of a controller for controlling at least one solenoid comprise a first electrical connector for electrically communicating with a vehicle communications bus; a second electrical connector for transmitting messages to a plurality of solenoids; and a processor having control logic. The control logic is capable of associating each of a plurality of solenoids with a vehicle function when the plurality of solenoids are in electrical communication with the controller; receiving a control message at the first electrical connector in a first format to enable a first vehicle function; and electrically communicating a control message in a second format at the second electrical connector in response to receiving the control message in the first format to control one of the plurality of solenoids associated with the first vehicle function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 22, 2016
    Publication date: September 28, 2017
    Inventors: Christopher H. Hutchins, Daniel P. Zula, Randy S. Wise, Timothy J. Frashure, Thomas S. Legeza
  • Patent number: 9637064
    Abstract: Various examples of an apparatus for mounting a camera on a vehicle are disclosed. An apparatus comprises a first portion of a first material with a first end configured for attaching to a camera and a second end configured for mounting to a vehicle. The apparatus is configured to maintain the camera in a substantially calibrated position. A second portion of a second material is coupled to the first portion, wherein the second material is capable of deforming upon an impact to the apparatus and returning the apparatus to the calibrated position upon exposure to an energy source. In another example, the apparatus is constructed entirely of the second material.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2017
    Assignee: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
    Inventors: Andreas U Kuehnle, Marton G Gyori, Hans M Molin, Thomas S Legeza
  • Publication number: 20170106807
    Abstract: Various examples of an apparatus for mounting a camera on a vehicle are disclosed. An apparatus comprises a first portion of a first material with a first end configured for attaching to a camera and a second end configured for mounting to a vehicle. The apparatus is configured to maintain the camera in a substantially calibrated position. A second portion of a second material is coupled to the first portion, wherein the second material is capable of deforming upon an impact to the apparatus and returning the apparatus to the calibrated position upon exposure to an energy source. In another example, the apparatus is constructed entirely of the second material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2015
    Publication date: April 20, 2017
    Applicant: BENDIX COMMERCIAL VEHICLE SYSTEMS LLC
    Inventors: Andreas U. Kuehnle, Marton G. Gyori, Hans M. Molin, Thomas S. Legeza
  • Publication number: 20080030072
    Abstract: An improved configuration for a vehicle system having a brake system component mounted to an air reservoir and an apparatus for positioning or leveling the brake system component relative to a reference point. The apparatus may include a first end portion having one or more contact points for engaging the reservoir along a curved surface and a second end portion positioned proximate to the component. The apparatus being adapted resist relative movement between the component and the reservoir.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2006
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Inventors: Thomas S. Legeza, Craig S. Haehn
  • Publication number: 20030184150
    Abstract: A single check manifold is provided for use with a trailer pressure control module in an electronically controlled braking system. The manifold has a valve body defining three distinct chambers. Two of the chambers communicate with air reservoirs and the third chamber communicates with the other two chambers and the trailer pressure control module. Separate elastomeric ball members serve as independently operating check valves for the individual pneumatic supply lines extending from the primary and secondary reservoirs that provide pressurized air for the trailer brakes and auxiliary devices associated therewith.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2002
    Publication date: October 2, 2003
    Inventors: Thomas S. Legeza, Mark D. Johnson