Patents by Inventor Paul F. Donovan

Paul F. Donovan 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).

  • Adjustable linking arm assembly
    Patent number: 9732786
    Abstract: A linking arm assembly adapted to receive and retain a ball stud. The assembly includes an elongated rod structure and a socket head and is variable over a range of lengths by adjustment of the relative position of the elongated rod structure and the socket head. Linking arm assemblies consistent with the present disclosure may be adjusted for use in different applications while using common components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2017
    Assignee: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC.
    Inventors: Jason K. Trotter, Robert K. Dutzi, Dennis M. Mark, Paul F. Donovan, Jacob J. Domagalla, Kevin J. Szymanski
  • ADJUSTABLE LINKING ARM ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20160003290
    Abstract: A linking arm assembly which is readily adaptable to assume a wide range of operative lengths and configurations using a small number of common components. Linking arm assemblies consistent with the present disclosure may be adjusted for use in very different applications while using common components. Accordingly, substantial efficiencies may be achieved while performance is maintained.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2014
    Publication date: January 7, 2016
    Inventors: Jason K. TROTTER, Robert K. DUTZI, Dennis M. MARK, Paul F. DONOVAN, Jacob J. DOMAGALLA, Kevin J. SZYMANSKI
  • Latch assembly
    Patent number: 7303216
    Abstract: A latch assembly includes a latch and a casing having a base integrally formed with outer walls, wherein a latch chamber is defined by the base and the outer walls. The casing securely retains the latch within the latch chamber and allows limited movement of the latch within the latch chamber during an impact. Thus, the latch may move within a storage bin door upon impact, thereby preventing unlatching.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph J. Bella, Steven L. Bivens, Paul F. Donovan