Patents by Inventor James R. Kafka

James R. Kafka has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Socket Tool for Lubricant Fitting
    Publication number: 20130014617
    Abstract: A socket tool can include a socket having a retention device configured to receive and retain a lubricant fitting to simplify removal or installation of the lubricant fitting. In one example, the retention device can be disposed within the socket between the first and second ends of the socket, and the retention device can be configured to receive and retain a nipple portion of the lubricant fitting at a depth inward from the second end of the socket such that a threaded portion of the lubricant fitting extends beyond the second end of the socket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2012
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Inventor: James R. Kafka