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).

  • Patent number: 11221641
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2022
    Assignee: SNAP-ON INCORPORATED
    Inventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
  • Publication number: 20200019204
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2019
    Publication date: January 16, 2020
    Applicant: SNAP-ON INCORPORATED
    Inventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
  • Patent number: 10528073
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2020
    Assignee: Snap-on Incorporated
    Inventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
  • Patent number: 10359065
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2019
    Assignee: Snap-on Incorporated
    Inventor: Richard D. Bothmann
  • Patent number: 9938996
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 10, 2018
    Assignee: Snap-on Incorporated
    Inventor: Richard D. Bothmann
  • Publication number: 20180051726
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2017
    Publication date: February 22, 2018
    Applicant: Snap-on Incorporated
    Inventor: Richard D. Bothmann
  • Patent number: 9808928
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2017
    Assignee: Snap-on Incorporated
    Inventors: Richard D. Bothmann, Paul W Griffin, Dennis A Nowak, Benjamin E Kohls
  • Publication number: 20160339578
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2015
    Publication date: November 24, 2016
    Applicant: SNAP-ON INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Richard D. Bothmann, Paul W. Griffin, Dennis A. Nowak, Benjamin E. Kohls
  • Publication number: 20160260559
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2015
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Applicant: Snap-on Incorporated
    Inventors: John R. Williams, Richard D. Bothmann
  • Publication number: 20160260556
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2015
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Applicant: Snap-on Incorporated
    Inventor: Richard D. Bothmann