Chesterfield, MI, United States of America

Douglas P Rheaume

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.. Active years: 2010-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Douglas P Rheaume. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/douglas-p-rheaume

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 4 

% Patents Active = 25.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 85(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2010-2013

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Douglas P Rheaume

Introduction

Douglas P Rheaume is an accomplished inventor based in Chesterfield, MI (US). He holds a total of 4 patents that showcase his expertise in automotive design and technical term management. His innovative approaches have significantly contributed to the field of product development.

Latest Patents

One of Rheaume's latest patents is the "Requirements Driven Feature Development Process." This method focuses on developing features for automobile design in an architecture-independent manner. It ensures that features can be utilized across various vehicle platforms. The process emphasizes the use of formally defined requirements to guarantee quality. Additionally, it includes the documentation of technical terms and data elements, the development of computer simulation models, and hardware-in-the-loop simulations for verification. The outcome is a Feature Technical Specification that provides clear and accurate requirements for product development teams.

Another notable patent is the "Terms Management System (TMS)." This method manages technical terms and data items related to product design and its features. The TMS includes a software tool that creates a repository of technical terms, definitions, data items, and acronyms. This central repository aids in preventing ambiguity and misunderstanding in data usage. The process integrates with a requirements development method, ensuring that all terms and data items are reviewed and approved before application.

Career Highlights

Douglas P Rheaume is currently employed at GM Global Technology Operations, Inc. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and clarity of automotive design processes. His innovative contributions have made a significant impact on the industry.

Collaborations

Rheaume has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Alan L Browne and Osman D Altan. Their teamwork has fostered an environment of innovation and excellence in product development.

Conclusion

Douglas P Rheaume's contributions to automotive design and technical term management reflect his dedication to innovation. His patents and collaborative efforts continue to influence the industry positively.

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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