Patents by Inventor Christopher A. Rager
Christopher A. Rager 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: 7682271Abstract: An arrowhead assembly and a method for assembling an arrowhead are provided. The arrowhead of the disclosure is secured to an inside portion of the arrow shaft and the outside portion of the arrow shaft. In some embodiments the arrow tip threads into an insert that is secured within the tip of the arrowhead. Also, in some embodiments, a sleeve extends over the end of the arrow shaft and is radially compressed onto the shaft.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2006Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Assignee: Bear Archery, Inc.Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Publication number: 20090235540Abstract: A bow sight having a support structure, and two or more vertically aligned vertical pins connected to the support structure is provided. At least two of the vertical pins include a sight point. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure connected to two or more sight points is provided. The two or more sight points are rotationally adjustable such that they can be rotated into vertical alignment. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure, a sight point connected to the support structure, and a dampener is provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2009Publication date: September 24, 2009Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7549230Abstract: A bow sight having a support structure, and two or more vertically aligned vertical pins connected to the support structure is provided. At least two of the vertical pins include a sight point. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure connected to two or more sight points is provided. The two or more sight points are rotationally adjustable such that they can be rotated into vertical alignment. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure, a sight point connected to the support structure, and a dampener is provided.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2008Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: Bear Archery, Inc.Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7343686Abstract: A bow sight having a support structure, and two or more vertically aligned vertical pins connected to the support structure is provided. At least two of the vertical pins include a sight point. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure connected to two or more sight points is provided. The two or more sight points are rotationally adjustable such that they can be rotated into vertical alignment. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure, a sight point connected to the support structure, and a dampener is provided.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2006Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Assignee: Bear Archery, Inc.Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7311099Abstract: A drop-away arrow rest having an arrow support arm that drops in a straight, non-pivotal and non-rotational path. The arrow rest that has an arrow support arm that lifts the arrow, from a first, relaxed, position to a second, actuated, position when the archer draws the bowstring. Upon release of the bowstring, the arrow support arm drops, with vertical, non-rotational and non-pivotal movement, in a straight line, to return to its relaxed state. Actuation and release of the arrow support arm is accomplished by an attachment to the bowstring, such as a cord, and by a biasing means. The arrow rest includes various adjustment means that allow lateral and/or horizontal positioning of the arrow in relation to the bow handle.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2004Date of Patent: December 25, 2007Assignee: Bear Archery, Inc.Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7275328Abstract: A mount for a bow sight which includes a vertical adjust mechanism at a second end which is actuated by a rotation of a shaft extending toward an opposing first end. The mount includes a central support which is configured to mount to a bow. Vertical adjustment of the bow sight is accomplished by rotation of a rear end of a shaft extending from the first end of the mount.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2005Date of Patent: October 2, 2007Assignee: Bear Archery, Inc.Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7275329Abstract: The invention relates to an archery device having a part or component is injection molded; the part is injection molded metal, ceramic, or composite material. A sight pin for a bow sight is a part that is especially suited for being injection mold. Injection molding of metal, ceramic or composite sight pins allows for various cross-sectional shapes and areas for the pin along its length. The injection molded sight pin can be a vertically extending pin or a horizontally positioned pin, and multiple pins may be configured for viewing in a straight line.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2006Date of Patent: October 2, 2007Assignee: Bear Archery, Inc.Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7243432Abstract: The invention is directed to a bow sight that is constructed to automatically compensate for arrow drop when the elevation of the target and the shooter is varied. In one embodiment, the bow sight includes a frame having an upper portion and a lower portion that cooperate to define a target viewing opening, the lower portion of the frame including a sight pin support that is pivotally movable relative to the upper portion of the frame.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2005Date of Patent: July 17, 2007Assignee: Bear Archery, Inc.Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7200944Abstract: One aspect of the present disclosure relates to a method of targeting. The method includes positioning a sight point so that the sight point can be used to shoot targets located at different positions relative to the shooter. Another aspect of the present disclosure relates to a sighting arrangement for facilitating the practice of the above-identified method.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2005Date of Patent: April 10, 2007Assignee: Trophy Ridge, LLCInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7159325Abstract: A bow sight having a support structure, and two or more vertically aligned vertical pins connected to the support structure is provided. At least two of the vertical pins include a sight point. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure connected to two or more sight points is provided. The two or more sight points are rotationally adjustable such that they can be rotated into vertical alignment. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure, a sight point connected to the support structure, and a dampener is provided.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2003Date of Patent: January 9, 2007Assignee: Trophy Ridge, LLCInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7103981Abstract: The invention relates to an archery device having a part or component is injection molded; the part is injection molded metal, ceramic, or composite material. A sight pin for a bow sight is a part that is especially suited for being injection mold. Injection molding of metal, ceramic or composite sight pins allows for various cross-sectional shapes and areas for the pin along its length. The injection molded sight pin can be a vertically extending pin or a horizontally positioned pin, and multiple pins may be configured for viewing in a straight line.Type: GrantFiled: November 24, 2004Date of Patent: September 12, 2006Assignee: Trophy Ridge, LLCInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7036234Abstract: A bow sight having a support structure, and at least one pin connected to the support structure, the pin having a sight point. The support structure can be movably connected to a mounting base for attachment to a bow. The support structure is movable from a first position to a second position, thus changing the position of the pin in respect to the archer. In a preferred embodiment, when in the first position, the pin extends vertically and when in the second position, the pin extends horizontally.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2003Date of Patent: May 2, 2006Assignee: Trophy Ridge, LLCInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 7000327Abstract: A bow sight having a vertical pin and a sight point pivotally connected to the bow, the pin and sight point being vertically and laterally adjustable. The bow sight includes a structure, pivotal in relation to a bow handle. The pivotal structure may be pivotally connected to a stationary structure, which is fixedly attached or connected to a bow handle. The moveable nature of the pivotal structure provides compensation for changes in targeting distance due to changing the position of the bow. Additionally, various features provide vertical and lateral adjustment of the sight points. The bow sight of the present invention accommodates for changes in shooting angle without having to manually readjust the sight points.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2003Date of Patent: February 21, 2006Assignee: Trophy Ridge, LLCInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 6986273Abstract: A hydroforming apparatus for concurrently performing two or more hydroforming operations includes a frame that is sized to support hydroforming dies in a stacked relationship. Each of the dies includes a pair of cooperating die sections having respective recesses that define a die cavity. Guide pins and actuating cylinders, attached to platens on which the die section are supported, move in coordination with a ram and assist in moving die sections that are distant from the ram. When the die cavities are opened, hollow tubular blanks are inserted between the spaced apart die sections of the first and second die. Next, the ram and the support mechanism move such that the pairs of cooperating die sections of the first and second dies engage one another. End feed cylinders are then moved laterally into engagement with the end the tubular blanks to facilitate the filling thereof with a hydroforming fluid.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2003Date of Patent: January 17, 2006Assignee: Dana CorporationInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 6957845Abstract: A vehicle frame assembly comprises a hydroformed vertical member (e.g., b-pillar), a hydroformed longitudinal member (e.g., roof rail), and a cross member with a transition flange wrapping above or below the longitudinal member. The transition flange provides rounded corners to enhance the door seal feature. In the preferred embodiment, the transition flange may be integrally formed as part of a stamped cross member or may be a separately formed transition bracket member attached to the cross member.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2003Date of Patent: October 25, 2005Assignee: Dana CorporationInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: 6908024Abstract: A method is performed for permanently attaching framing structural members to an underbody of an automotive vehicle. An underbody structural member including one or more cross members and a plurality of metallic structural members are provided at a workstation. The underbody structural member is aligned to the plurality of metallic structural members at the workstation. The assembled underbody structural member and the plurality of metallic structural members are permanently and simultaneously secured at the workstation using magnet pulse welding.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2003Date of Patent: June 21, 2005Assignee: Dana CorporationInventors: Samuel V. Martin, Christopher A. Rager, Scott M. McGill
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Patent number: 6892462Abstract: A bow sight having a support structure, and two or more vertically aligned vertical pins connected to the support structure is provided. At least two of the vertical pins include a sight point. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure connected to two or more sight points is provided. The two or more sight points are rotationally adjustable such that they can be rotated into vertical alignment. In accordance with another aspect of the invention, a bow sight having a support structure, a sight point connected to the support structure, and a dampener is provided.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2002Date of Patent: May 17, 2005Assignee: Trophy Ridge, LLCInventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Publication number: 20040255630Abstract: A hydroforming apparatus for concurrently performing two or more hydroforming operations includes a frame that is sized to support hydroforming dies in a stacked relationship. Each of the dies includes a pair of cooperating die sections having respective recesses that define a die cavity. Guide pins and actuating cylinders, attached to platens on which the die section are supported, move in coordination with a ram and assist in moving die sections that are distant from the ram. When the die cavities are opened, hollow tubular blanks are inserted between the spaced apart die sections of the first and second die. Next, the ram and the support mechanism move such that the pairs of cooperating die sections of the first and second dies engage one another. End feed cylinders are then moved laterally into engagement with the end the tubular blanks to facilitate the filling thereof with a hydroforming fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 20, 2003Publication date: December 23, 2004Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: D505477Type: GrantFiled: April 14, 2004Date of Patent: May 24, 2005Inventor: Christopher A. Rager
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Patent number: D527787Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2005Date of Patent: September 5, 2006Inventor: Christopher A. Rager