This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Julius Blum Gmbh. Active years: 2026.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: David Kirchmair - Innovator in Hinge Technology
Introduction
David Kirchmair is an inventor based in Lustenau, Austria. He is currently associated with Julius Blum GmbH, a company known for its innovative furniture hardware solutions. Although he has not yet been granted any patents, his work in hinge technology is noteworthy.
Latest Patent Applications
David Kirchmair's recent patent application focuses on a novel hinge design. The hinge includes an attachment part to fasten it to a fixed furniture part, an articulated lever, and a hinge cup that is pivotably arranged on the attachment part via the articulated lever. The articulated lever is mounted with the hinge cup using a hinge pin, allowing the hinge cup to be fastened to a movable furniture part. A damping device is integrated to dampen the relative movement between the attachment part and the hinge cup as it transitions between the open and closed positions. This damping device features a linear damper with a piston and a translationally movable piston rod. Notably, the linear damper is positioned outside the hinge cup in certain regions, and the actuating element is primarily located within the hinge cup.
Conclusion
David Kirchmair is making significant contributions to the field of hinge technology through his innovative designs and applications. His work at Julius Blum GmbH showcases his commitment to advancing furniture hardware solutions.