Patents by Inventor Michael E. Rutt

Michael E. Rutt 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).

  • Cooling fan mounting system
    Patent number: 5498130
    Abstract: A mounting system for an engine cooling fan. The system includes a shroud for enclosing and supporting the fan and a bracket with a mounting seat for supporting the shroud. The shroud includes three twist locks circumferentially located at an angular distance of 90.degree. from each other. Each of the locks has an arm located at a side surface of the shroud and protruding outwardly radially from the side surface and a first cantilever extending from the arm at a substantially right angle to the arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 12, 1996
    Assignee: ITT Automotive Electrical Systems Inc.
    Inventors: Ronald J. Wakley, Michael E. Rutt
  • Radiator, condenser and fan shroud assembly
    Patent number: 5219016
    Abstract: A fan shroud, radiator and condenser assembly for an air conditioned vehicle whereby a limited number of fasteners are utilized so as to provide a more efficient and maintenance free assembly. The components of the assembly are connected through a slidable connecting means, and a pre-stressed mounting panel is utilized to secure and maintain the components in their assembled positions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 1992
    Date of Patent: June 15, 1993
    Assignee: General Motors Corporation
    Inventors: James D. Bolton, Li-Jen P. Ho, Michael E. Rutt