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Branford, CT, United States of America

Echlin, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 37

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 569

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30 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

John D Meaney (5 out of 11 patents)

Jack B Meister (5 out of 19 patents)

John E Opie (3 out of 9 patents)

4. Richard C Bueler (3 out of 5 patents)

5. Bruce Lanier Walcott (2 out of 10 patents)

6. Harold A Dvorachek (2 out of 7 patents)

7. Gerald H Shaff (2 out of 4 patents)

8. Perry M Paielli (2 out of 8 patents)

9. Vern C Van Fleet, Iii (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Boleslaw M Klimek (2 out of 8 patents)

11. Carroll D Sloan (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Ronald S Plantan (1 out of 67 patents)

13. Arthur D Johnson (1 out of 4 patents)

14. Harrison R Epperly (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Mark Levine (1 out of 13 patents)

Core Competencies:

Automotive Sensor

Fuel Delivery

Engine Management

Occupant Detection

Brake Systems

Magnetic Sensor

Catalytic Converter

Flow Control

Vehicle Safety

Electrical Connectors

Pulse Generator

Quick-Connect Assembly

37 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 6204770 - Master automotive sensor tester (2001-03-20),

2. 6075359 - Sensor with ferromagnetic metal sealing cap (2000-06-13),

3. 5992898 - Quick-connect assembly and method of manufacture (1999-11-30),

4. 5977498 - Submersible switch with static seal (1999-11-02),

5. 5806013 - Control of engine fuel delivery using an artificial neural network in (1998-09-08),

6. 5678854 - Occupant and infant seat detection in a vehicle supplemental restraint (1997-10-21),

7. 5584467 - Linear gaseous fuel flow controller (1996-12-17),

8. 5570903 - Occupant and infant seat detection in a vehicle supplemental restraint (1996-11-05),

9. 5563511 - Magnetic sensor with protective cap (1996-10-08),

10. 5445440 - Full-function valve for heavy duty semi-trailer brake systems (1995-08-29),

11. 5444628 - Computer controlled flow of nitrous oxide injected into an internal (1995-08-22),

12. 5430334 - Impact sensor for vehicle safety restraint system (1995-07-04),

13. 5381662 - Hand-held bleeder stroke tool (1995-01-17),

14. 5341785 - Fuel delivery system for internal combustion engines (1994-08-30),

15. 5321389 - Battery charge monitor (1994-06-14),

Company Overview

Echlin, Inc. is a prominent manufacturer specializing in automotive components and systems, with a focus on delivering high-quality products for the automotive aftermarket. The company is known for its innovative solutions in areas such as ignition systems, fuel systems, and electrical components, catering to a diverse range of vehicles. Based in Branford, Connecticut, Echlin leverages advanced engineering and manufacturing techniques to enhance vehicle performance and reliability, serving customers across North America and beyond.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

37 Patents

#5 in Branford, CT

#235 in Connecticut

#9,276 in US

#18,312 in the World

Branford, CT, United States of America

Echlin, Inc.

Forward Citations = 569

30 inventors:

John D Meaney (5 out of 11 patents)

Jack B Meister (5 out of 19 patents)

John E Opie (3 out of 9 patents)

4. Richard C Bueler (3 out of 5 patents)

5. Bruce Lanier Walcott (2 out of 10 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Echlin, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/echlin

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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