Location History:
- Plymouth, MI (US) (2003)
- Ann Arbor, MI (US) (2005)
- Farmington Hills, MI (US) (2005)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2003-2005
Title: Innovations by Inventor Hong Zhou
Introduction
Hong Zhou is a notable inventor based in Ann Arbor, MI (US), recognized for his contributions to automotive electronics. He holds three patents that showcase his innovative approach to electronic assembly and interconnection.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is for an electronic assembly packaging designed to protect automotive electronics. This assembly includes a circuit board, a cover, and a metal housing. The metal housing is strategically placed over and around the circuit board. The cover and metal housing are crimped together to create a seal that protects the circuit board inside the metal housing while securely attaching the cover to the metal housing. Another significant patent involves a connector assembly for electrical interconnection. This universal connector assembly includes a printed circuit board that is in electrical communication with a male insert. The male insert features a strain relief tail connected to the printed circuit board, extending to a contact head. The assembly also includes a female socket designed to receive the contact head of the male insert. The female socket has receiving members that extend from a base to respective ends, which are biasingly spaced apart to define an opening for the male insert to make electrical contact.
Career Highlights
Hong Zhou is currently employed at Visteon Global Technologies, Inc., where he continues to innovate in the field of automotive electronics. His work has significantly impacted the design and functionality of electronic components used in vehicles.
Collaborations
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