Patents by Inventor Randy A. Nation

Randy A. Nation 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).

  • Torque converter dynamometer and method of using same
    Patent number: 6651493
    Abstract: A dynamometer provides an apparatus and method for testing a torque converter without requiring that an automotive transmission be attached. The dynamometer includes a prime mover mounted on a frame for driving the torque converter. A dynamic loading device with an eddy current brake is movably mounted on the frame. An adapter extends between the loading device and the torque converter and has passages for routing hydraulic fluid to and from the torque converter. Sensors connected to a computer monitor pressures, temperatures and fluid flow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2003
    Assignee: Hicklin Engineering, L.C.
    Inventors: John E. Myers, Randy A. Nation, Lawrence G. Kruse
  • Torque converter dynamometer and method of using same
    Publication number: 20020005074
    Abstract: A dynamometer, which provides an apparatus and method for testing a torque converter without requiring that an automotive transmission be attached, includes a unique adapter assembly and hydraulic circuit connected to the torque converter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2001
    Publication date: January 17, 2002
    Inventors: John E. Myers, Randy A. Nation, Lawrence G. Kruse