Patents by Inventor Brian S. Howard

Brian S. Howard 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).

  • Publication number: 20160139103
    Abstract: An oil identification system is disclosed. The oil identification system includes a parameter sensor coupled to at least one of an oil pan or an oil flow path of a machine. The oil identification system also includes an identification module. The identification module is also configured to receive a signal indicative of movement of charged particles in the oil of the at least one of the oil pan or the oil flow path. The identification module is further configured to determine a resistivity of the oil in the at least one of the oil pan or the oil flow path. The identification module is configured to compare the resistivity of the oil with resistivity data readings. The identification module is also configured to identify a type of oil in the at least one of the oil pan or the oil flow path based on the comparison.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2014
    Publication date: May 19, 2016
    Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Amiyo K. Basu, Ian S. McInerney, Brian S. Howard, Ioan Paduret
  • Patent number: 5623893
    Abstract: A first adjustment arrangement facilitates adjustment of a plenum in a first direction of movement relative to a fan axis and a second adjustment arrangement facilitates adjustment of a shroud in a second direction of movement transverse the first direction of movement. A plurality of fasteners secures the adjusted plenum to the radiator and a plurality of fasteners secures the adjusted shroud to the plenum. A pilot arrangement supports and guides the shroud on the plenum during adjustment and maintains the shroud in position during fastening of the shroud to the plenum.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 1996
    Date of Patent: April 29, 1997
    Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: John C. Bartz, Brian S. Howard, Randall G. Peck