Patents by Inventor Kenneth D. Nordlie

Kenneth D. Nordlie 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).

  • Muffler hanger system
    Patent number: 6481673
    Abstract: A muffler hanger system includes a U-shaped bracket having a pair of legs securable to a support, and a bight extending between the legs, and a band extending around the muffler and the bight and supporting the muffler from the bight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2002
    Assignee: Fleetguard, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas O. Roe, Kenneth D. Nordlie, Gary G. Kolman, Jeffrey W. Zisser, Scott B. Guetschow
  • Concentric pass-type muffler construction
    Patent number: 4143739
    Abstract: An improved concentric pass-type muffler construction. The muffler includes an outer generally cylindrical casing enclosed by a pair of end heads, and an inlet tube, connected to the exhaust pipe of an engine, is mounted axially on one head, while an outlet tube is mounted on the opposite head. Located centrally within the casing is an inner body having a central closure or baffle and the inlet tube communicates with the upstream end of the inner body, while the outlet tube communicates with the downstream end of the body. The upstream end of the inner body is provided with an oval configuration and the major diameter of the upstream end is secured to the inner surface of the cylindrical casing. The downstream end of the inner body is also provided with an oval configuration, with the major diameter being displaced 90.degree. from the major diameter of the upstream end of the body, and is secured to the caasing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 1977
    Date of Patent: March 13, 1979
    Assignee: Nelson Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Kenneth D. Nordlie