This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Compagnie Plastic Omnium. Active years: 2001-2003.
Location History:
- Nurieux Volognat, FR (2001)
- Murieux-Volognat, FR (2003)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2001-2003
Title: Bernard Martinez: Innovator in Automotive Plastics
Introduction
Bernard Martinez is a notable inventor based in Murieux-Volognat, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of automotive engineering, particularly in the area of plastics technology. With a total of 2 patents, his work focuses on innovative methods for producing automotive components.
Latest Patents
One of Bernard's latest patents is a mold and method for sequentially injecting plastics material to form an automotive vehicle body part. This invention relates to a method of producing an automotive vehicle body part by injecting a plastics material sequentially into a mold fed by one or more cold runners. The method involves filling a first region at one end of the mold, followed by a second region adjacent to the first, and continuing this process until the last region of the mold is reached. Each cold runner is shut off using a cold rod that is axially movable in a bore intersecting the cold runner.
Another significant patent is for a partitioned impact absorber made of two interfitting blocks, which includes a bumper beam featuring such an impact absorber. This partitioned impact absorber comprises an array of partitions extending parallel to a given impact direction. The absorber consists of at least two mutually-engageable blocks, each equipped with partitions that interfit to create a robust array of partitions.
Career Highlights
Bernard Martinez is currently employed at Compagnie Plastic Omnium, a leading company in the automotive industry known for its innovative plastic solutions. His work at the company has allowed him to develop and refine his patented technologies, contributing to advancements in vehicle safety and manufacturing efficiency.
Collaborations
Bernard collaborates with Olivier Cornet, a coworker who shares his passion for innovation in automotive technologies. Their partnership has fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of cutting-edge solutions in the industry.
Conclusion
Bernard Martinez stands out as an influential inventor in the automotive sector, with a focus on innovative plastic technologies. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing vehicle design and safety through advanced manufacturing methods.