This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Ford Motor Company Limited, Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Limited. Active years: 2004-2007.
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Title: Innovations by John King
Introduction
John King is an accomplished inventor based in Northville, MI (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of product optimization and vehicle technology. With a total of 2 patents, his work reflects a deep understanding of customer needs and engineering principles.
Latest Patents
One of John King's latest patents is a "Method and system for product optimization." This invention involves a method and computer-implemented system designed to optimize a product based on the 'voice of the customer.' It identifies critical aspects of a product that influence customer satisfaction and establishes target values for these aspects. The method characterizes contributing factors through transfer functions, which account for control and noise factors impacting these factors. By optimizing these contributing factors during product design, the invention aims to achieve target values with minimal variability. When design optimization does not yield the desired target values, conventional manufacturing optimization methods are employed. The effectiveness of this optimization is assessed over the product's lifecycle.
Another notable patent is for a "Vehicle junction box having power distribution center with terminal for jump-starting vehicle." This junction box assembly is designed for vehicles and includes a junction box, a positive conductive terminal, a bus bar, and a conductive jump-start terminal. The design ensures that high-current electrical energy does not flow through the junction box during a jump-start event. The jump-start terminal features a blade portion that provides a convenient attachment point for the positive lead of a jumper cable during jump-starting operations.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, John King has worked with prominent companies such as Sumitomo Wiring Systems and Ford Motor Company. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in automotive technology.
Collaborations
John has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Charles Paul Depp and J. Patrick Dunbar, Jr. Their combined expertise has likely fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving.
Conclusion
John King's contributions to product optimization and vehicle technology demonstrate his commitment to innovation and engineering excellence. His patents reflect a blend of customer-focused design and practical engineering solutions.