Patents by Inventor Jeffery D. Behan

Jeffery D. Behan 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).

  • Patent number: 5406779
    Abstract: Cotton harvester structure including centrally located, transversely mounted engine, rear mounted water and fuel tanks, and transversely centered conveyor fan having an upper, forwardly extending outlet located just below the level of the cab floor for improved weight distribution, air hose routing and air flow. The fan rotates about a transversely extending axis parallel to the engine crankshaft axis. The crankshaft and fan are connected by a belt and sheave assembly having an electric clutch mounted on a shaft assembly and located outside of the frame. The shaft assembly provides fan support, separates the fan inlet from the clutch, reduces lubrication requirements, and enhances accessibility.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 18, 1995
    Assignee: Deere & Company
    Inventors: Timothy A. Deutsch, Jeffrey S. Wigdahl, Kenneth C. McConnell, Gary L. Warnsholz, Jeffery D. Behan