Patents by Inventor Richard D. Bothmann
Richard D. Bothmann 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).
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Patent number: 11221641Abstract: A mechanism for causing axial movement of a device, such as a pin, by rotating a knob in a rotational direction. The knob includes cam surfaces that, when rotated, axially adjust the device by bending an elastic frame so a portion of the frame moves toward the desired axial direction. The frame can be disposed in a substantially flush or otherwise compact manner to improve the aesthetic appearance of the mechanism and allow for a more compact and cost-effective knob.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2019Date of Patent: January 11, 2022Assignee: SNAP-ON INCORPORATEDInventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
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Publication number: 20200019204Abstract: A mechanism for causing axial movement of a device, such as a pin, by rotating a knob in a rotational direction. The knob includes cam surfaces that, when rotated, axially adjust the device by bending an elastic frame so a portion of the frame moves toward the desired axial direction. The frame can be disposed in a substantially flush or otherwise compact manner to improve the aesthetic appearance of the mechanism and allow for a more compact and cost-effective knob.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2019Publication date: January 16, 2020Applicant: SNAP-ON INCORPORATEDInventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
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Patent number: 10528073Abstract: A mechanism for causing axial movement of a device, such as a pin, by rotating a knob in a rotational direction. The knob includes cam surfaces that, when rotated, axially adjust the device by bending an elastic frame so a portion of the frame moves toward the desired axial direction. The frame can be disposed in a substantially flush or otherwise compact manner to improve the aesthetic appearance of the mechanism and allow for a more compact and cost-effective knob.Type: GrantFiled: March 4, 2015Date of Patent: January 7, 2020Assignee: Snap-on IncorporatedInventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
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Patent number: 10359065Abstract: A button retention mechanism that removably retains a button within a device while allowing easy replacement of a depressible or switchable button. The mechanism includes a retention member coupled to the button on a first end and removably coupled to a body at an opposing second end through a snap-fit or interference-fit. Such a structure allows for insertion and removal of the button without disassembling the device, and provides structural stability of the button.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2017Date of Patent: July 23, 2019Assignee: Snap-on IncorporatedInventor: Richard D. Bothmann
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Patent number: 9938996Abstract: A button retention mechanism that removably retains a button within a device while allowing easy replacement of a depressible or switchable button. The mechanism includes a retention member coupled to the button on a first end and removably coupled to a body at an opposing second end through a snap-fit or interference-fit. Such a structure allows for insertion and removal of the button without disassembling the device, and provides structural stability of the button.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2015Date of Patent: April 10, 2018Assignee: Snap-on IncorporatedInventor: Richard D. Bothmann
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Publication number: 20180051726Abstract: A button retention mechanism that removably retains a button within a device while allowing easy replacement of a depressible or switchable button. The mechanism includes a retention member coupled to the button on a first end and removably coupled to a body at an opposing second end through a snap-fit or interference-fit. Such a structure allows for insertion and removal of the button without disassembling the device, and provides structural stability of the button.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: Snap-on IncorporatedInventor: Richard D. Bothmann
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Patent number: 9808928Abstract: A tool, such as a pneumatic tool, having a first and second housing portions coupled together. The first housing portion including an upper portion adapted to receive power and transmission components and a handle portion including a recess adapted to receive a trigger assembly. A reinforcement member is disposed in the recess with a first side facing in a first direction away from the recess and towards the second housing portion, and a protrusion extending from the first side in the first direction. The protrusion engages the second housing portion and strengthens the handle portion to allow the handle portion to withstand forces resulting from the tool being dropped on a hard surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 2015Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Assignee: Snap-on IncorporatedInventors: Richard D. Bothmann, Paul W Griffin, Dennis A Nowak, Benjamin E Kohls
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Publication number: 20160339578Abstract: A tool, such as a pneumatic tool, having a first and second housing portions coupled together. The first housing portion including an upper portion adapted to receive power and transmission components and a handle portion including a recess adapted to receive a trigger assembly. A reinforcement member is disposed in the recess with a first side facing in a first direction away from the recess and towards the second housing portion, and a protrusion extending from the first side in the first direction. The protrusion engages the second housing portion and strengthens the handle portion to allow the handle portion to withstand forces resulting from the tool being dropped on a hard surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 19, 2015Publication date: November 24, 2016Applicant: SNAP-ON INCORPORATEDInventors: Richard D. Bothmann, Paul W. Griffin, Dennis A. Nowak, Benjamin E. Kohls
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Publication number: 20160260559Abstract: A mechanism for causing axial movement of a device, such as a pin, by rotating a knob in a rotational direction. The knob includes cam surfaces that, when rotated, axially adjust the device by bending an elastic frame so a portion of the frame moves toward the desired axial direction. The frame can be disposed in a substantially flush or otherwise compact manner to improve the aesthetic appearance of the mechanism and allow for a more compact and cost-effective knob.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2015Publication date: September 8, 2016Applicant: Snap-on IncorporatedInventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
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Publication number: 20160260556Abstract: A button retention mechanism that removably retains a button within a device while allowing easy replacement of a depressible or switchable button. The mechanism includes a retention member coupled to the button on a first end and removably coupled to a body at an opposing second end through a snap-fit or interference-fit. Such a structure allows for insertion and removal of the button without disassembling the device, and provides structural stability of the button.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2015Publication date: September 8, 2016Applicant: Snap-on IncorporatedInventor: Richard D. Bothmann