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Erik H Tews

from Santa Cruz, CA
Age ~54
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Also known as:
Erik Henry Tews, Erik Teus
Phone and address:
132 Myrtle St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Related to:
Chongtoua Ee, 51Elisa M Lee, 35Sherry R Ward, 75Dan R Lieder, 80Tracy Lee, 60Lee A Jansen, 53
Connected to:
Benjamin J Tews, 40Denise R Tews, 53Diane C Tews, 59Eddie R Tews, 73Henry L Tews, 63Kimberly R Tews, 38Kris J Tews, 65Marla H Tews, 62Roger W Tews, 81Wendy R Tews, 60

Erik Tews Phones & Addresses

  • 132 Myrtle St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
  • 5661 Mariposa St, Fresno, CA 93710 (559) 438-0989 (408) 799-8813
  • 5661 N Mariposa St, Fresno, CA 93710 (408) 799-8813

Work

Position: Professional/Technical

Education

Degree: Associate degree or higher

Emails

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Resumes

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Sr. Surfacing Designer At Plantronics

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Position:
Senior Surfacing Designer at Plantronics
Location:
San Francisco Bay Area
Industry:
Consumer Goods
Work:
Plantronics - Santa Cruz, California since Nov 2011
Senior Surfacing Designer
SurfaceInk Aug 2010 - Nov 2011
Senior Mechanical Engineer/Technical Lead
Flow Bicycles - Santa Cruz, CA Jun 1996 - Aug 2011
Frame Builder
Bell Sports Apr 2005 - Jul 2010
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Pelco Jan 2001 - Mar 2005
Mechanical Engineer
Education:
California State University-Fresno 1988 - 1996
BSME, Minor in Applied Mathematics, Minor in Industrial Technology
Interests:
custom bicycle frame building, TIG welding, cyclocross, surfing, music
Honor & Awards:
4 recognized US patents
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Erik Tews

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Publications

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Joystick

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US Patent:
6892597, May 17, 2005
Filed:
Jul 25, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/205801
Inventors:
Erik Tews - Fresno CA, US
Assignee:
Pelco - Clovis CA
International Classification:
G05G001/04
US Classification:
74471XY, 273148 R, 345161
Abstract:
A durable, reliable and comfortable joystick for use in precision applications such as controlling a surveillance camera. The joystick of the present invention incorporates mechanical linkages that convert the user's motion into the rotation of three different resistive potentiometers, one for each of 3 axes of movement (X, Y and Z). The potentiometers and linkages for the X- and Y-axes are incorporated into the joystick base, and the potentiometer and linkage for the Z-axis is uniquely incorporated into the joystick handle. Rotation of the handle is restricted in order to prevent damage to the internal parts and preserve the life of the joystick.

Orientation Device

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US Patent:
6987460, Jan 17, 2006
Filed:
Mar 14, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/390272
Inventors:
Erik H. Tews - Fresno CA, US
Alex Pokrovsky - Fresno CA, US
Thomas C. Lyon - San Jose CA, US
Assignee:
Pelco - Clovis CA
International Classification:
G08B 21/00
US Classification:
340689, 3406863, 3406911, 3405455, 3336611, 3336621, 3336623, 3336624, 33315, 73652, 73382 R, 200 6152, 200 6145 R
Abstract:
Disclosed is an orientation device that may be deployed in a mechanical assembly such as a surveillance camera or enclosure to positively determine the physical orientation and/or attitude (tilt), or any change in such physical orientation and/or attitude, of either the camera or the enclosure, and report that information electronically. The invention includes a sensor that is triggered by the movement of a weighted flag along a shaft caused by gravity or gravity in conjunction with the operation of a spring. As the invention is rotated through 360, the force of gravity and force of the spring are exerted on the weighted flag, causing it to move along the shaft as the assembly is rotated. Each movement by the flag is detected by the sensor which sends an electronic signal indicating that a predetermined point has been reached. Multiple assemblies may be used, offset from each other, to provide additional and more precise position information.

Security Identification System

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US Patent:
7136513, Nov 14, 2006
Filed:
Oct 25, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/281014
Inventors:
Glenn Waehner - Clovis CA, US
Erik Henry Tews - Fresno CA, US
David L. A. Toste - Fresno CA, US
Shane Compton - Fresno CA, US
Joshua Cockrum - Fresno CA, US
Sam Grigorian - Fresno CA, US
Matthew Larson - Clovis CA, US
John Pretzer - Fresno CA, US
Joshua Houser - Fresno CA, US
James Arbuckle - Fresno CA, US
William S. Arbuckle - Fresno CA, US
David McDonald - Prather CA, US
Assignee:
Pelco - Clovis CA
International Classification:
G06K 9/00
US Classification:
382118, 382209, 382218, 382260
Abstract:
This is a security and identification system designed to obtain improved images for use by real-time facial recognition and identification systems for screening individuals passing through secure entry or checkpoints such as airport passenger terminals, government offices, and other secure locations. The system detects the presence of a subject at the checkpoint, interactively instructs the subject to stop and move into position for proper identification and recognition, analyzes the facial features of the subject as (s)he passes through the checkpoint, and compares the features of the subject with those in a database. The system then generates different signals depending upon whether or not the subject is recognized. In one aspect of the invention, different methods and apparatus are provided for compensating for low ambient light so as to improve the quality of the facial image of the subject that is obtained.

Video Surveillance Camera

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US Patent:
7307663, Dec 11, 2007
Filed:
Sep 16, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/942621
Inventors:
Alex Pokrovsky - Fresno CA, US
Thomas Lyon - Clovis CA, US
Erik Tews - Fresno CA, US
Mark J. Johnson - Livermore CA, US
Assignee:
Pelco - Clovis CA
International Classification:
H04N 5/232
US Classification:
348373, 34357, 396144
Abstract:
A video surveillance camera comprising a lens, lens holder, image sensor, base, and ring. The base has a plurality of slots, and the image sensor is mounted on the base. The lens is positioned in the lens holder, which has a plurality of arms with a pin. Each of the arms is positioned so that its respective pin is located in one of the plurality of slots in the base. The ring has a plurality of grooves for engagement with the pins and is rotatably engaged with the base such that rotation of the ring imparts axial movement to the lens relative to the image sensor.

Helmet With Improved Shield Mount And Precision Shield Control

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US Patent:
7895678, Mar 1, 2011
Filed:
Aug 6, 2007
Appl. No.:
11/834188
Inventors:
Erik H. Tews - Santa Cruz CA, US
Assignee:
Bell Sports, Inc. - Scotts Valley CA
International Classification:
A63B 71/10
US Classification:
2425, 2424
Abstract:
A helmet is provided that includes a shell, an eyeport formed in the shell, a shield on the shell movable between a closed position and an open position, and a lever assembly on the shell. The lever assembly includes a lever and a hub having at least one dowel. The lever assembly is rotatable about an axis of the hub between a home position, a shield cracking position, and a shield restraining position. A motion plate is on the shield and located to cover at least a portion of the hub when the shield is in its closed position. The motion plate is formed with a plurality of surfaces, where one of the surfaces is engaged by the dowel when the shield is closed and the lever assembly is rotated to the shield cracking position to cause the shield to be raised slightly from its closed position to a cracked position.

Helmet With Improved Shield Mount And Precision Shield Control

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US Patent:
8161577, Apr 24, 2012
Filed:
Aug 20, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/194594
Inventors:
Erik H. Tews - Santa Cruz CA, US
Assignee:
Bell Sports, Inc. - Scotts Valley CA
International Classification:
A42B 1/08
US Classification:
2424
Abstract:
A helmet includes a shell, an eyeport formed in the shell, a shield having inwardly projecting hubs, and a pair of sockets on the shell. The sockets are positioned and configured to receive and rotatably capture the inwardly projecting hubs of the shield so that the shield is hingable about the hubs between a closed position covering the eyeport and an open position displaced from the eyeport. Each of the sockets is generally oblong to facilitate insertion of said hubs into the sockets to mount the shield to the helmet and to facilitate removal of the hubs from the sockets to detach the shield from the helmet.

Video Surveillance Camera

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US Patent:
7362372, Apr 22, 2008
Filed:
Sep 16, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/942753
Inventors:
Thomas Lyon - Clovis CA, US
Alex Pokrovsky - Fresno CA, US
Erik Tews - Fresno CA, US
Mark J. Johnson - Livermore CA, US
Assignee:
Pelco - Clovis CA
International Classification:
H04N 5/225
US Classification:
348373, 348374, 348151
Abstract:
A video surveillance camera comprising an image sensor, first housing, second housing, electronic circuit, and thermal barrier. The image sensor is located in the first housing, and the electronic circuit is located in the second housing. The thermal barrier has first and second sides with the first side located adjacent to the first housing and the second side located adjacent to the second housing. The image sensor and other electronics, such as the processor board associated with the image sensor or the camera power supply, are located in separate housings or chambers that are separated and insulated from each other by a thermal barrier, thereby minimizing the heat generated by the processor electronics or power supply from being transferred to the area of the image sensor.

Shoe Accessory For Cycling

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US Patent:
20120017471, Jan 26, 2012
Filed:
Jan 20, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/009855
Inventors:
ERIK HENRY TEWS - Santa Cruz CA, US
International Classification:
A43B 5/14
US Classification:
36131
Abstract:
An accessory which is used to convert a non-cycling shoe into a cycling shoe, resulting in a shoe which is capable of attaching a cycling cleat. A hole is cut thru the sole of a non-cycling shoe. The hole is shaped to accommodate the accessory. The accessory is a plate shaped to fit inside the shoe and provides a comfortable surface for walking and cycling purposes, furthermore the accessory is fixed securely to the interior of a converted shoe. The accessory has the appropriate geometry and holes to attach a cycling cleat. The accessory may also possess ground contact preventing members on the bottom surface, these prevent the cycling cleat from contacting the ground while the shoe is used for walking. The accessory enables any shoe to be a cycling shoe.
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