This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC, Yazaki Corporation. Active years: 1998-2019.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998-2019
Title: Thomas Matthew Younce: Patents in Electrical and Battery Systems.
Introduction
Thomas Matthew Younce is an inventor associated with Livonia, Michigan. His patent work addresses practical design challenges in vehicle electrical systems, including protecting components from contamination and improving access for inspection and service. Younce holds 2 patents and has been associated with Yazaki Corporation and Ford Global Technologies, LLC.
Latest Patents
Younce’s listed patents include two inventions focused on electrical-system protection and serviceability.
“Assembly and Method for Containing Contaminants Within an Interior Area of a Traction Battery Pack” describes a container positioned around a fastened joint inside a traction battery enclosure. The container holds contaminants and helps prevent them from contacting surfaces of components housed within the enclosure. The patent also describes a method for containing contaminants in this way.
“Power Distribution Box and Housing Assembly” presents a double-sided power distribution box with protective housings that provide access to both sides for inspection and servicing. Hinged upper and lower housings protect the electrical components from solid or liquid contamination. The lower housing can also accommodate supplemental electrical components, such as an electronic module, an in-line connection, or a splice box.
Career Highlights
Younce’s patent portfolio reflects work on vehicle electrical and battery systems. The inventions address both component protection and practical maintenance needs, with designs intended to shield electrical parts while allowing access when inspection or service is required. His professional associations include Yazaki Corporation and Ford Global Technologies, LLC.
Collaborations
Younce’s listed coworkers include Alexander Bartlett and Jacob Wiles. These professional connections provide context for his work in the automotive technology field.
Conclusion
Thomas Matthew Younce’s patents focus on protecting vehicle electrical components and making them easier to inspect and service. Together, his inventions demonstrate a practical approach to challenges in traction battery and power distribution system design.
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