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Tecumseh, Canada

Flex-N-Gate Advanced Product Development, LLC


USPTO Granted Patents = 66

% Expired Patents = 3.0


Trademarks = 4

Forward Citations = 52

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58 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Todd M Nykerk (28 out of 32 patents)

silverMedal Ronie George (7 out of 8 patents)

bronzeMedal Lester Ray Sullivan (7 out of 8 patents)

4.  Les Sullivan (6 out of 6 patents)

5.  David Bjarne Hansen (5 out of 11 patents)

6.  Muhammed Aquil Hamid (5 out of 6 patents)

7.  Charles Frederick Schweitzer (5 out of 7 patents)

8.  Chirag Hiremath (4 out of 4 patents)

9.  Jeffrey Simchak (4 out of 7 patents)

10.  Paul Martini (4 out of 6 patents)

11.  James R Rhodes (3 out of 5 patents)

12.  Ramesh Periasamy (3 out of 5 patents)

13.  Geoffrey Brooks (3 out of 5 patents)

14.  Steven Perucca (3 out of 7 patents)

15.  John H Chiang (3 out of 10 patents)


Core Competencies:
Indirect Lighting System
Adaptive Headlamp
Vehicle Lamp Assembly
Light Pipe
Energy Absorbing Rail
Illuminated Marking System
Hybrid Lamp
Programmable Glare-Free High Beam
3D Image Projection
Optical Light Pipe
Automotive Pedal Release
Reflective Ink Lighting

66 patents:

1. 12704228 - Variable light pipe illumination width levels (2026-08-11),
2. 12687271 - Masked double-sided optical sheet lighting assembly (2026-07-21),
3. 12683233 - Prismatic battery cell separator and module using same (2026-07-14),
4. 12679297 - Vehicle trim retention system (2026-07-14),
5. 12601460 - Indirect lighting system and method of use (2026-04-14),
6. 12601459 - Light assembly for DRL and turn functions (2026-04-14),
7. 12578073 - Optical void pattern lighting arrangement (2026-03-17),
8. 12571955 - Light pipe lighting apparatus (2026-03-10),
9. 12571506 - Multi-function light pipe (2026-03-10),
10. 12441405 - Energy absorbing side rail (2025-10-14),
11. 12362423 - Electric vehicle battery enclosure (2025-07-15),
12. 12310209 - Illuminated-marking system (2025-05-20),
13. 12297984 - Lighting apparatus with adjustability between two lighting structures and method of use (2025-05-13),
14. 12234968 - Illumination device with a living hinge (2025-02-25),
15. 12168405 - Seat back frame assemblies and seat assemblies including pultrusion reinforcements (2024-12-17),
Flex-N-Gate Advanced Product Development, LLC, based in Tecumseh, CA, specializes in innovative lighting technologies for the automotive industry. The company focuses on developing advanced solutions such as indirect lighting systems, adaptive headlamps, and hybrid lamp assemblies, enhancing vehicle safety and aesthetics. Their expertise extends to energy-absorbing rails and illuminated marking systems, showcasing a commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology with practical applications in vehicle design and functionality.
Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

66 Patents

#1 in Tecumseh

#204 in Canada

#11,150 in the World

Tecumseh, CA
Tecumseh, Canada

Flex-N-Gate Advanced Product Development, LLC

Forward Citations = 52

58 inventors:

goldMedal Todd M Nykerk (28 out of 32 patents)

silverMedal Ronie George (7 out of 8 patents)

bronzeMedal Lester Ray Sullivan (7 out of 8 patents)

4.  Les Sullivan (6 out of 6 patents)

5.  David Bjarne Hansen (5 out of 11 patents)

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