Patents by Inventor Dan Stoddard

Dan Stoddard 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).

  • Three-way solenoid valve
    Patent number: 5651391
    Abstract: A solenoid-actuated valve assembly is provided with reduced noise. A rubber retainer and steel retainer secure the valve within a manifold, and the rubber retainer absorbs longitudinal vibrations. A plurality of rubber gaskets surround the body of the valve and prevent metal-to-metal contact between the valve body and the manifold for cushioning lateral vibrations of the valve. The valve is substantially submerged in transmission fluid for airborne noise abatement, and opposing ends of the valve body are provided in communication with a vent port for substantially pressure-balancing the valve body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 29, 1997
    Assignee: Borg-Warner Automotive, Inc.
    Inventors: John Connolly, Terry Forbes, Dan Stoddard