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Canton, MI, United States of America

Frank J Desjarlais

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC. Active years: 2009-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Frank J Desjarlais. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/frank-j-desjarlais

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9

% Patents Active = 88.9

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 24(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 26,703 
 
Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC
 patents

Years Active: 2009-2021

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11001228 - Methods and apparatus to facilitate equipment status verification in a storage device (2021-05-11),
2. 10723275 - Secure access to storage devices within vehicle cargo compartments (2020-07-28),
3. 10595574 - Method of interacting with proximity sensor with a glove (2020-03-24),
4. 10185322 - Vehicle landmark identification (2019-01-22),
5. 10004286 - Glove having conductive ink and method of interacting with proximity sensor (2018-06-26),
6. 9694824 - Method and system for selecting vehicle performance (2017-07-04),
7. 9272688 - Method and system for selecting vehicle performance (2016-03-01),
8. 9133784 - Vehicle having key-based performance mode (2015-09-15),
9. 7540641 - Apparatus and method for dimming function to control LED intensity (2009-06-02),

Title: Frank J Desjarlais: Innovator in Vehicle Technology

Introduction

Frank J Desjarlais is a notable inventor based in Canton, MI (US), recognized for his contributions to vehicle technology. He holds a total of 9 patents, showcasing his innovative approach to enhancing equipment status verification and secure access in vehicles.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Desjarlais has developed methods and apparatus to facilitate equipment status verification in a storage device. This invention includes a vehicle equipped with an equipment rack, a processor, memory, and a display. The equipment rack is integrated with sensors that generate presence and securement information. The processor and memory communicate with these sensors to determine the presence and securement status of objects assigned to the equipment rack, displaying a report of these statuses on the display.

Another significant patent focuses on secure access to storage devices within vehicle cargo compartments. This invention describes a vehicle with a rear gate that includes a gate lock and a cargo compartment accessible via the rear gate. A storage device within the cargo compartment features a storage lock, and a body control module (BCM) is communicatively coupled to both locks. The BCM is designed to unlock the rear gate and the storage device simultaneously for a predefined period in response to a storage-access request.

Career Highlights

Desjarlais is currently employed at Ford Global Technologies, LLC, where he continues to innovate in the field of vehicle technology. His work has significantly contributed to advancements in vehicle safety and functionality.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Cornel Lewis Gardner and Stuart C Salter, further enhancing the innovative environment at Ford.

Conclusion

Frank J Desjarlais exemplifies the spirit of innovation in the automotive industry through his patents and contributions to vehicle technology. His work not only improves vehicle functionality but also enhances safety and user experience.

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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