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South Lyon, MI, United States of America

Dave Williams

This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Lear Corporation. Active years: 1998-2008.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Dave Williams. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/dave-williams-imxhhqta

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 3

% Patents Active = 66.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.8

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 71(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Redford, MI (US) (1998)
  • South Lyon, MI (US) (2007 - 2008)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal3 out of 2,399 
 
Lear Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1998-2008

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3 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7344195 - Dampener for a vehicle seat recliner (2008-03-18),
2. 7222875 - Close out retainer for side air bag chute (2007-05-29),
3. 5788250 - Headrest guide sleeve (1998-08-04),

Title: Innovations by Inventor Dave Williams

Introduction

Dave Williams is an accomplished inventor based in South Lyon, MI (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of automotive safety and comfort through his innovative designs. With a total of 3 patents, Williams continues to push the boundaries of engineering and design.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a dampener for a vehicle seat recliner. This invention features a recliner assembly for a vehicle seat that includes first and second frame members. The first frame member supports the seat back, while the second frame member supports the seat bottom. The first frame member is pivotally attached to the second frame member and can move between an upright position and a storage position. In the upright position, the seat back is vertical, supporting an occupant. In the storage position, the seat back is positioned above the seat bottom. A damper is operatively connected between the two frame members, dampening the movement when pivoting from the upright to the storage position.

Another notable patent is a close-out retainer for a side air bag chute. This invention comprises at least two retainer pieces and a bar code, with a portion of the bar code printed on the retainer pieces. A strap connects the retainer to the side air bag, enhancing safety by ensuring correct installation. Correct installation is achieved only when the bar code on each retainer piece is aligned and complete.

Career Highlights

Dave Williams works at Lear Corporation, a leading company in automotive seating and electrical systems. His work focuses on improving vehicle safety and comfort through innovative designs and engineering solutions.

Collaborations

Williams collaborates with talented coworkers, including Mark Allyn Folkert and Ted M Grohs. Their combined expertise contributes to the development of cutting-edge automotive technologies.

Conclusion

Dave Williams is a notable inventor whose work has significantly impacted automotive safety and comfort. His innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to enhancing vehicle design and functionality.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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