Patents by Inventor John Thomas Bobbitt, III
John Thomas Bobbitt, III 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: 10085348Abstract: A process of producing electrically conductive pathways within additively manufactured parts and similar parts made by plastic extrusion nozzles. The process allows for a three-dimensional part having both conductive and non-conductive portions and allows for such parts to be manufactured in a single production step.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2016Date of Patent: September 25, 2018Assignee: SAVANNAH RIVER NUCLEAR SOLUTIONS, LLCInventor: John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Patent number: 9754469Abstract: A system for tamper identification. A fastener has a tamper identification surface with a unique grain structure that is altered if the fastener is removed or otherwise exposed to sufficient torque. After a period of time such as e.g., shipment and/or storage of the sealed container, a determination of whether tampering has occurred can be undertaken by examining the grain structure to determine if it has changed since the fastener was used to seal the container or secure the device.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2015Date of Patent: September 5, 2017Assignee: SAVANAH RIVER NUCLEAR SOLUTIONS, LLCInventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, George E. Weeks
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Patent number: 9530576Abstract: Provided is a device for remote operation of an electrical disconnect. The device can include a handle clamp configured to be secured to an extending member of the electrical disconnect. The device can further include a case clamp configured to be secured to a rigid portion of the electrical disconnect. The device can further include a cable having an exterior sheath coaxially surrounding an inner cable. The inner cable can be coaxially slidable with respect to the exterior sheath. The inner cable can extend through an opening of the case clamp and be secured to the handle clamp. The device can further include an actuator configured to coaxially slide the inner cable such that the handle clamp is actuated towards the case clamp.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2014Date of Patent: December 27, 2016Assignee: Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLCInventors: Jody Rustyn Coleman, John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Publication number: 20160295703Abstract: A process of producing electrically conductive pathways within additively manufactured parts and similar parts made by plastic extrusion nozzles. The process allows for a three-dimensional part having both conductive and non-conductive portions and allows for such parts to be manufactured in a single production step.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2016Publication date: October 6, 2016Applicant: Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLCInventor: John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Patent number: 9428124Abstract: A process of providing driver fuel economy feedback is disclosed in which vehicle sensors provide for haptic feedback on fuel usage. Such sensors may include one or more of a speed sensors, global position satellite units, vehicle pitch/roll angle sensors, suspension displacement sensors, longitudinal accelerometer sensors, throttle position in sensors, steering angle sensors, break pressure sensors, and lateral accelerometer sensors. Sensors used singlely or collectively can provide enhanced feedback as to various environmental conditions and operating conditions such that a more accurate assessment of fuel economy information can be provided to the driver.Type: GrantFiled: May 2, 2012Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: SAVANNAH NUCLEAR SOLUTIONS, LLCInventor: John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Publication number: 20160049057Abstract: A system is provided for tamper identification. At least one fastener is used to seal a compartment or secure a device. The fastener has a tamper identification surface with a unique grain structure that is altered if the fastener is removed or otherwise exposed to sufficient torque. After a period of time such as e.g., shipment and/or storage of the sealed container, a determination of whether tampering has occurred can be undertaken by examining the grain structure to determine if it has changed since the fastener was used to seal the container or secure the device. Tools and other components specifically designed to alter the grain structure of the tamper identification surface may be employed. A variety of fastener types may be used, and the fastener may be configured with one or more materials more susceptible to alteration of the grain structure along the tamper identification surface so as to enhance the ability to determine tampering. Authentication is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2015Publication date: February 18, 2016Inventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, George E. Weeks
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Publication number: 20140305780Abstract: Provided is a device for remote operation of an electrical disconnect. The device can include a handle clamp configured to be secured to an extending member of the electrical disconnect. The device can further include a case clamp configured to be secured to a rigid portion of the electrical disconnect. The device can further include a cable having an exterior sheath coaxially surrounding an inner cable. The inner cable can be coaxially slidable with respect to the exterior sheath. The inner cable can extend through an opening of the case clamp and be secured to the handle clamp. The device can further include an actuator configured to coaxially slide the inner cable such that the handle clamp is actuated towards the case clamp.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2014Publication date: October 16, 2014Applicant: Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLCInventors: Jody Rustyn Coleman, John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Publication number: 20120283939Abstract: A process of providing driver fuel economy feedback is disclosed in which vehicle sensors provide for haptic feedback on fuel usage. Such sensors may include one or more of a speed sensors, global position satellite units, vehicle pitch/roll angle sensors, suspension displacement sensors, longitudinal accelerometer sensors, throttle position in sensors, steering angle sensors, break pressure sensors, and lateral accelerometer sensors. Sensors used singlely or collectively can provide enhanced feedback as to various environmental conditions and operating conditions such that a more accurate assessment of fuel economy information can be provided to the driver.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 2, 2012Publication date: November 8, 2012Applicant: Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLCInventor: John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Patent number: 7735593Abstract: A power train for a vehicle includes a gearbox with an input shaft and an output shaft and is configured such that the input shaft drives the output shaft at a single speed ratio in a first direction and a single speed ratio in a second direction. The output shaft is coupleable with the front and rear vehicle axles to separately drive each axle. Further, a continuously variable transmission is connected with an engine shaft and with the gearbox input shaft such that the engine shaft drives the input shaft within a range of speed ratios from less than 1 to greater than 3. Front and rear differentials are coupled with each axle and with the output shaft and drive the axles at different speed ratios such that a base surface drives the front axle independently of the front differential when at least one rear wheel rolls upon the surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2008Date of Patent: June 15, 2010Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: Steven David Smith, Joseph George Land, III, John Thomas Bobbitt, III, Byron Jon Danielson
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Patent number: 7665564Abstract: A power train for a vehicle includes a gearbox with an input shaft and an output shaft and is configured such that the input shaft drives the output shaft at a single speed ratio in a first direction and a single speed ratio in a second direction. The output shaft is coupleable with the front and rear vehicle axles to separately drive each axle. Further, a continuously variable transmission is connected with an engine shaft and with the gearbox input shaft such that the engine shaft drives the input shaft within a range of speed ratios from less than 1 to greater than 3. Front and rear differentials are coupled with each axle and with the output shaft and drive the axles at different speed ratios such that a base surface drives the front axle independently of the front differential when at least one rear wheel rolls upon the surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2008Date of Patent: February 23, 2010Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: Steven David Smith, Joseph George Land, III, John Thomas Bobbitt, III, Byron Jon Danielson
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Publication number: 20080230294Abstract: A power train for a vehicle includes a gearbox with an input shaft and an output shaft and is configured such that the input shaft drives the output shaft at a single speed ratio in a first direction and a single speed ratio in a second direction. The output shaft is coupleable with the front and rear vehicle axles to separately drive each axle. Further, a continuously variable transmission is connected with an engine shaft and with the gearbox input shaft such that the engine shaft drives the input shaft within a range of speed ratios from less than 1 to greater than 3. Front and rear differentials are coupled with each axle and with the output shaft and drive the axles at different speed ratios such that a base surface drives the front axle independently of the front differential when at least one rear wheel rolls upon the surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2008Publication date: September 25, 2008Applicant: Club Car, IncInventors: Steven David Smith, Joseph George Land III, John Thomas Bobbitt III, Byron Jon Danielson
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Patent number: 7377351Abstract: A power train for a vehicle includes a gearbox with an input shaft and an output shaft and is configured such that the input shaft drives the output shaft at a single speed ratio in a first direction and a single speed ratio in a second direction. The output shaft is coupleable with the front and rear vehicle axles to separately drive each axle. Further, a continuously variable transmission is connected with an engine shaft and with the gearbox input shaft such that the engine shaft drives the input shaft within a range of speed ratios from less than 1 to greater than 3. Front and rear differentials are coupled with each axle and with the output shaft and drive the axles at different speed ratios such that a base surface drives the front axle independently of the front differential when at least one rear wheel rolls upon the surface.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2004Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: Steven David Smith, Joseph George Land, III, John Thomas Bobbitt, III, Byron Jon Danielson
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Patent number: 7278648Abstract: An adjustable control arm is for a suspension of a vehicle having a frame and at least one wheel. The control arm includes a first arm section connected with the frame and a second arm section connected with the wheel and coupled with the first arm section such that the second section is releasably fixable to the first section and alternatively slidably displaceable with respect to the first section so as to adjust camber of the wheel, the first and second arm sections remaining generally coupled together during displacement of the second section. Preferably, the first arm section has a cavity and the second arm section has an engagement portion disposed within the cavity, the engagement portion being fixedly connectable to the first arm section to releasably connect the two arm sections and alternatively displaceable within the cavity.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2005Date of Patent: October 9, 2007Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, David N. Schult, Joseph Mark Butler
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Patent number: 6550838Abstract: A tailgate assembly for a cargo box having a support deck and a wall structure extending therefrom. The tailgate assembly comprises a pair of brackets positioned along the wall structure at spaced apart locations and a tailgate pivotally mounted between the brackets and releasably securable to the wall structure via a latch mechanism. The tailgate assembly has a hinge assembly which allows the tailgate to be installed and removed without tools.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2001Date of Patent: April 22, 2003Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, Byron J. Danielson, David N. Schult, Steven D. Smith
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Patent number: 5937500Abstract: A method for making a steering column locking assembly includes swaging a steering column tube and a steering column lock collar in such a manner that relative rotation between the two parts is resisted below a predetermined torque while relative rotation occurs at values of value above the predetermined value. A layer of plastics material may be provided between the two parts. Once the predetermined torque is overcome, then rotation between the two parts occurs, but ceases once the torque level drops below the predetermined level.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 1997Date of Patent: August 17, 1999Assignee: The Torrington CompanyInventor: John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Patent number: 5718131Abstract: A steering column locking assembly and method of making same includes swaging a steering column tube and a steering column lock collar in such a manner that relative movement between the two parts is resisted below a predetermined level of torque while relative rotation occurs at values of torque above the predetermined value. A layer of plastics material may be provided between the two parts. Once the predetermined torque is overcome, then rotation between the two parts occurs, but ceases once the torque level drops below the predetermined level.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 1996Date of Patent: February 17, 1998Assignee: The Torrington CompanyInventor: John Thomas Bobbitt, III
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Patent number: 5713245Abstract: A steering column clamping mechanism has bolt links interconnecting substantially parallel spaced-apart plates which basically form a rectangle and are so linked one to another that the rectangle can assume an orientation defining a non-rectangular parallelogram or lozenge. One of the connecting bolts is mounted in a bracket fixed to a chassis of a vehicle, the bracket having a depending reaction plate against which an actuating member can be urged to push the plate member away from the reaction member. Through the linkage, this causes the other plate member to compress onto a steering column tube member to clamp it between that plate and the opposite side of the reaction plate.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 1996Date of Patent: February 3, 1998Assignee: NASTECH Europe, Ltd.Inventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, Stephen John Baker
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Patent number: D455265Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2001Date of Patent: April 9, 2002Assignee: Club Car Inc.Inventors: Steven D. Smith, David N. Schult, John Thomas Bobbitt, III, Byron J. Danielson
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Patent number: D579381Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2005Date of Patent: October 28, 2008Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, James Michael Fulford
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Patent number: D579821Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2005Date of Patent: November 4, 2008Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: John Thomas Bobbitt, III, James Michael Fulford