This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.p.. Active years: 2006-2013.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2006-2013
Title: Innovations by Tom Ruhe
Introduction
Tom Ruhe is an accomplished inventor based in La Center, WA (US). He holds a total of 3 patents and has made significant contributions to the field of media input structures. His work is characterized by innovative designs that enhance the functionality of sheet media handling.
Latest Patents
Tom Ruhe's latest patents include a variable support structure and a media sheet separator. In one embodiment of the variable support structure, a pliable sheet is supported by first and second stationary supports. These supports are oriented in such a way that the distance between them varies along the sheet. This design allows for greater flexibility and adaptability in media handling. The media sheet separator is designed to separate the top sheet from the next-to-top sheet in a stack. It achieves this by resisting the movement of sheets along the media path, with the degree of resistance varying along the length of the separator.
Career Highlights
Tom Ruhe is currently employed at Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. His work at HP has allowed him to focus on developing innovative solutions for media handling and input structures. His patents reflect his commitment to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of these technologies.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Tom has collaborated with talented individuals such as Jiangxiao Mo and Kelly A Brock. These collaborations have contributed to the successful development of his patented technologies.
Conclusion
Tom Ruhe's contributions to the field of media input structures demonstrate his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing technology. His patents not only showcase his creativity but also his ability to solve complex problems in media handling.