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Ann Arbor, MI, United States of America

Amanda Kay Freis

USPTO Granted Patents = 46 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 57(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal45 out of 25,932 
 
Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 6 
 
Semblex Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 23 
 
Atlas Copco Ias Gmbh
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2014-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Self-Piercing Rivets
Flow Drill Screws
Mechanical Joining
Corrosion Resistance
Thermo-Chromatic Indicators
Incremental Forming
Multi-Material Joints
Heat Treatment
Vehicle Component Assembly
Prototype Parts
Friction Element Welds
Composite Materials
46 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12325061 - Self-piercing rivet die, assembly, and method of joining materials with a self-piercing rivet (2025-06-10),
2. 12320377 - Flow drill screw installation method to reduce installation torque and permit installation into thick materials (2025-06-03),
3. 12247604 - Method and system with acceleration based flow drill screw control (2025-03-11),
4. 12228159 - Flow drill screw and tip configuration (2025-02-18),
5. 12110915 - Clearance hole for self-piercing rivet (2024-10-08),
6. 12104643 - Friction element weld element modification to increase corrosion resistance of thermal mechanical joint (2024-10-01),
7. 11931929 - Method and apparatus for incrementally forming prototype parts with a heated stylus tool (2024-03-19),
8. 11759845 - Net shaped substrate material for substrate joint (2023-09-19),
9. 11698091 - Friction element weld element modification to increase corrosion resistance of thermal mechanical joint (2023-07-11),
10. 11698090 - Surface features for locating net substrate buttons to enable self-piercing riveting (SPR) on brittle and low toughness materials (2023-07-11),
11. 11628487 - Vehicle component joining assembly (2023-04-18),
12. 11499581 - Surface features for locating net substrate buttons to enable self-piercing riveting (SPR) on brittle and low toughness materials (2022-11-15),
13. 11231062 - Mechanical joining top sheet isolation (2022-01-25),
14. 11179869 - Method and apparatus for incrementally forming prototype parts with a heated stylus (2021-11-23),
15. 11155908 - Method and system for using an irreversible thermo-chromatic indicator for quality assurance of a part subjected to heat treating (2021-10-26),

Title: Innovations by Amanda Kay Freis: Pioneering Patents in Fastening Technology

Introduction

Amanda Kay Freis, based in Ann Arbor, MI, is an accomplished inventor with an impressive portfolio of 43 patents. Her work primarily focuses on advancements in fastening technologies, demonstrating her commitment to innovation and engineering excellence.

Latest Patents

Among her latest inventions are two significant patents that showcase her expertise. The first is the "Flow Drill Screw and Tip Configuration," which involves a uniquely designed screw featuring a head portion, an externally threaded shank, and a flow-hole-forming tip. This design enhances the efficiency of drilling by using a radiused lower zone, a conical middle zone, and a unique configuration that improves performance. The second patent is for a "Clearance Hole for Self-Piercing Rivet," a system that optimally attaches layers of materials using a self-piercing rivet and a clearance hole in one of the layers. This invention is particularly beneficial for working with hard materials like steel and improves the reliability of joined materials even when they are difficult to pierce.

Career Highlights

Amanda has had notable career experiences with leading companies in the industry, including Ford Global Technologies, LLC and Semblex Corporation. Her roles in these organizations have allowed her to apply her innovative ideas and contribute to advancements in fastening technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Amanda has collaborated with talented professionals, including Garret Sankey Huff and Aindrea McKelvey Campbell. These partnerships have further enriched her approach to innovation, combining diverse skills and insights to shape her projects and patent filings.

Conclusion

Amanda Kay Freis stands out as a dedicated innovator in the field of fastening technology. With her impressive number of patents and collaborative spirit, she continues to make significant contributions to engineering and design, paving the way for future advancements in the industry.

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