Patents by Inventor Joshua Leonard

Joshua Leonard 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).

  • Integral retention clip with nut
    Patent number: 12180988
    Abstract: A retention clip includes a first clip arm that defines a fastener bore and includes at least one retention finger that extends into the fastener bore. The retention clip also includes a second clip arm spaced apart from the first clip arm. The second clip arm includes a nut having a bore coaxially aligned with the fastener bore and configured to receive a fastener.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2022
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2024
    Assignee: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
    Inventors: Joshua Leonard Renzo, Ronald C Daul
  • INTEGRAL RETENTION CLIP WITH NUT
    Publication number: 20240003366
    Abstract: A retention clip includes a first clip arm that defines a fastener bore and includes at least one retention finger that extends into the fastener bore. The retention clip also includes a second clip arm spaced apart from the first clip arm. The second clip arm includes a nut having a bore coaxially aligned with the fastener bore and configured to receive a fastener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2022
    Publication date: January 4, 2024
    Applicant: GM GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS LLC
    Inventors: Joshua Leonard Renzo, Ronald C. Daul
  • SELF-INDEXING SPACER FOR AIR SPRING ASSEMBLY
    Publication number: 20080093783
    Abstract: An air spring spacer for use in mounting an associated air spring in spaced relation to an associated vehicle component. The air spring spacer includes a spacer body, a first indexing feature, and a second indexing feature complementary to the first indexing feature. The indexing features providing for self-alignment of the spacer in a predetermined orientation upon the application of an axial force. A kit is also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Inventor: Joshua Leonard
  • Fluid suspension member having grooved inlet
    Publication number: 20080018029
    Abstract: A fluid suspension member having a flexible wall at least partially defining a fluid chamber and having a passage formed therethrough. A connector fitting is received within the passage, and a groove extends into the flexible wall adjacent the passage. A method is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2007
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Inventor: Joshua Leonard
  • Air spring assembly with non-threaded connection
    Publication number: 20060267257
    Abstract: A connector fitting and air spring assembly includes a connector fitting supported on an end member of an air spring. The connector fitting is secured on the air spring by a retaining member engaging the end member of the air spring.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2005
    Publication date: November 30, 2006
    Inventor: Joshua Leonard
  • Self-indexing spacer for air spring assembly
    Publication number: 20060220283
    Abstract: An air spring spacer for use in mounting an associated air spring in spaced relation to an associated vehicle component. The air spring spacer includes a spacer body, a first indexing feature, and a second indexing feature complementary to the first indexing feature. The indexing features providing for self-alignment of the spacer in a predetermined orientation upon the application of an axial force. A kit is also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2005
    Publication date: October 5, 2006
    Inventor: Joshua Leonard
  • Fluid suspension member having grooved inlet
    Publication number: 20060091592
    Abstract: A fluid suspension member having a flexible wall at least partially defining a fluid chamber and having a passage formed therethrough. A connector fitting is received within the passage, and a groove extends into the flexible wall adjacent the passage. A method is also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2004
    Publication date: May 4, 2006
    Inventor: Joshua Leonard