Patents by Inventor George J. Kotz

George J. Kotz 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).

  • ASYMMETRICAL MULTI-LOBED ANNULAR SEAL FOR A CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY OF A VEHICLE
    Publication number: 20120223521
    Abstract: A vehicle is provided having a fluid connector assembly. The fluid connector assembly may include a face seal positioned between connectors. The face seal may include an o-ring having an asymmetrical outer profile. The face seal may include a top lobe, an outer lobe, and an inner lobe. The outer lobe may be positioned under a groove retaining lip of the connector assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2011
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Applicant: DEERE & COMPANY
    Inventor: George J. Kotz
  • Tri-Lobed O-Ring Seal
    Publication number: 20080191474
    Abstract: A joint comprises first and second components and a tri-lobed O-ring seal establishing a sealed connection between the first and second components.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Publication date: August 14, 2008
    Inventor: George J. Kotz