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Andrew J Hanzel

from Northville, MI
Age ~77
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Also known as:
Andrew John Hanzel
Related to:
Geoffrey A Pritchard, 62Jean E DrayeShannon Pritchard, 35Larry Ferguson, 71Kayla Slykhuis, 29Robert Crockett
Connected to:
Britney E Hanzel, 36Duane A Hanzel, 62Gayle A Hanzel, 67Olivia M Hanzel, 43Patricia A Hanzel, 63Peter Hanzel, 79Shannon D Hanzel, 50Shaun N Hanzel, 47Brian L Hanzelka, 54Mollie Hanzelka, 37

Andrew Hanzel Phones & Addresses

  • Northville, MI
  • 67889 Sisson St, Washington, MI 48095 (586) 752-7946
  • Romeo, MI
  • Cleveland, OH

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Position: Professional/Technical

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Department Head And Professor Of Industrial And Product Design

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Location:
67889 Sisson St, Washington, MI 48095
Industry:
Higher Education
Work:
Lawrence Technological University
Department Head and Professor of Industrial and Product Design
General Motors Jan 1974 - Nov 2008
Designer and Design Manager
Buick Motor Division 1987 - 1994
Assistant Chief Designer Buick Studio
Education:
Cleveland Institute of Art 1966 - 1971
Bachelors, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Industrial Design College For Creative Studies
Parma Senior High
Skills:
Industrial Design
Automotive Design
Product Design
Sketching
Design Thinking
Concept Generation
Design Strategy
Concept Development
Concept Design
Rendering
Alias Studio Tools
Product Development
Automotive
Rapid Prototyping
Sketchbook Pro
Vehicles
Design Management
3D Visualization
Dfmea
Clay Modelling
3D Rendering
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Us Patents

Multi-Functional Fastener System

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US Patent:
7537258, May 26, 2009
Filed:
Feb 21, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/358734
Inventors:
Sherry L. Quijano - Grand Blanc MI, US
Andrew J. Hanzel - Washington MI, US
Assignee:
GM Global Technology Operations, Inc. - Detroit MI
International Classification:
B60R 7/00
US Classification:
296 378, 296 3713, 211 8601, 224 4232
Abstract:
A fastening system for a vehicle body passenger compartment includes at least one fastening element mounted with respect to the vehicle body to be exposed within the passenger compartment, and at least one connector configured to support a convenience device, such as a cup holder, reading light, power source, cellular telephone charger, etc. The at least one connector is releasably connectable to the at least one fastening element to enable a vehicle user to alter or change which of several convenience devices is mounted within the passenger compartment. In a preferred embodiment, the at least one fastening element is sufficiently configured such that the at least one connector is connectable at multiple locations within the vehicle interior to enable a vehicle user to alter or adjust the physical location of a convenience device.

Multi-Functional Vehicle Tailgate

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US Patent:
7677626, Mar 16, 2010
Filed:
Oct 23, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/876806
Inventors:
Andrew J. Hanzel - Washington MI, US
Assignee:
GM Global Technology Operations, Inc. - Detroit MI
International Classification:
B62D 33/027
US Classification:
296 2611, 296 61
Abstract:
A deployable multi-functional tailgate apparatus forms a ramp platform and bulkhead piece, and is stowable against and deployable from an inner surface of a dual-action tailgate door which is usable as a swinging or a drop-style tailgate door. A damping mechanism controls the rate of descent of the platform. The bulkhead piece seals against the vehicle body when deployed to form a barrier, and secures a piece of cargo. A door assembly has a dual-action tailgate door and a multi-functional tailgate apparatus, with the apparatus being deployable as a ramp platform for accessing the rear cargo area when the tailgate door is used as a swinging-style tailgate door, and to form a bulkhead piece for transporting a piece of cargo external to the rear cargo area when the tailgate door is used as a drop-style tailgate door.

Vehicle Trash Management Apparatus

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US Patent:
7770952, Aug 10, 2010
Filed:
Oct 12, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/871327
Inventors:
Andrew J. Hanzel - Washington MI, US
Assignee:
GM Global Technology Operations, Inc. - Detroit MI
International Classification:
B60N 3/08
US Classification:
296 2434, 296 378, 296 3712
Abstract:
A trash management apparatus in a vehicle includes a recessed portion, a moveable upper drawer, and a stationary lower bin. The drawer moves in one direction within the recessed portion to direct trash into the stationary lower bin. The drawer has a through-opening allowing trash to pass into the lower bin when the drawer is moved in the one direction, with the bin being removable via an access door in an exposed lateral surface of the center console. A sensor detects a presence or level of trash within the bin or the drawer, and an indicator illuminates when a predetermined amount or level of trash is detected. An actuator is alternately connected to the upper drawer to move the drawer in the one direction when a sensor determines that trash in the drawer exceeds a threshold level.

Cargo Handling Device For Vehicle

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US Patent:
8075239, Dec 13, 2011
Filed:
Jan 30, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/362699
Inventors:
Andrew J. Hanzel - Washington MI, US
Assignee:
GM Global Technology Operations LLC - Detroit MI
International Classification:
B60P 1/32
US Classification:
414470, 414462, 414477, 296 261
Abstract:
A cargo handling device lifts a cargo to and from a cargo floor. A linear track mechanism is mounted on the cargo floor and has an extended position projecting through a vehicle opening. A cargo platform is mounted on the linear track mechanism so that the cargo platform moves between a horizontal stored position overlying the cargo floor and a horizontal extended position deployed through the vehicle opening. A pivot acts between the cargo platform and the linear track mechanism so that upon the cargo platform reaching the horizontal extended position the cargo platform can be pivoted between the horizontal extended position and a generally vertical position in which one end of the cargo platform is adjacent the ground so that a cargo resting on the ground can be positioned against the cargo platform. A restraint is provided for restraining the cargo on the cargo platform.

Arms Full Vehicle Closure Activation Apparatus And Method

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US Patent:
8091280, Jan 10, 2012
Filed:
Jun 1, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/756781
Inventors:
Andrew J. Hanzel - Washington MI, US
Louise E. Stauffer - Bloomfield Hills MI, US
Maurice J. Gisler - Rochester Hills MI, US
Xiujie Gao - Troy MI, US
Craig A. Kollar - Sterling Heights MI, US
Jack L. Bailey - Center Line MI, US
Gregory Lynn Dantzler - Troy MI, US
Michael Reber White - Rochester MI, US
Assignee:
GM Global Technology Operations LLC - Detroit MI
International Classification:
E05F 15/20
US Classification:
49 25, 49506, 2961464
Abstract:
A vehicle is provided having a sensor for detecting a vehicle occupant's presence, and another sensor for detecting an owner's response with respect to automatically opening a vehicle closure panel. An actuator opens the closure panel when the occupant's presence and response are detected. A signal from an emitter outside the vehicle signals occupant presence. A photoelectric and/or optical device, audio receiver, and/or touch-sensitive sensor detects the response. The optical device projects a light beam, and breaking the beam with a gesture signals the response. An automatic closure panel opening apparatus has an RF receiver adapted to receive an RF signal to detect occupant presence, a sensor for detecting the occupant response, and an actuator for opening the closure panel when both the presence and occupant response are detected. A method for automatically opening the closure panel includes detecting an occupant presence and response, and automatically opening the closure panel when a predetermined response is detected.

Vehicle Instrument Panel Having Movable Storage Compartment

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US Patent:
20060197353, Sep 7, 2006
Filed:
Feb 21, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/358733
Inventors:
Andrew Hanzel - Washington MI, US
Joseph Cobble - Rochester Hills MI, US
Steven Morris - Fair Haven MI, US
Adrian Chernoff - Boulder CO, US
James Embach - Rochester Hills MI, US
Adrian Oana - Windsor, CA
Frederick Johnson - Birmingham MI, US
Larry Sully - Troy MI, US
International Classification:
B60R 7/06
US Classification:
296037120
Abstract:
An instrument panel for a vehicle defines a cavity. A storage console is selectively movable within the cavity to provide enhanced accessibility of stored items within the storage console. In an exemplary embodiment, the storage console is a drawer that is selectively movable from a stowed position inside the cavity to an extended position outside the cavity for access by a vehicle user in a passenger compartment. In another exemplary embodiment, the console is movable between an elevated position in which the console occupies space inaccessible to a vehicle user, and a lowered position in which the console is accessible through an opening in the instrument panel.

Running Board System For A Vehicle

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US Patent:
20100194070, Aug 5, 2010
Filed:
May 27, 2009
Appl. No.:
12/472612
Inventors:
Louise E. Stauffer - Bloomfield Hills MI, US
Andrew J. Hanzel - Washington MI, US
Assignee:
GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS, INC. - Detroit MI
International Classification:
B60R 3/00
US Classification:
280166, 280163
Abstract:
A vehicle includes a plurality of doors on one side of the vehicle, a running board system, an actuator, and a control module. The running board system is configured for enabling access to the vehicle and includes a first running board and a second running board. The first running board is configured for enabling access to the vehicle via a front door on the side of the vehicle and the second running board is configured for enabling access to the vehicle via a rear door on the side of the vehicle. Each of the first running board and the second running board is individually deployable upon opening of the front door or the rear door.
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