Patents by Inventor Kevin D. Redd

Kevin D. Redd 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).

  • Power takeoff unit-driven unit adapter with sump lubrication
    Patent number: 6224289
    Abstract: An adapter for attaching a PTO unit to a driven unit comprises an internal lubrication sump. The sump provides lubrication for the shaft coupling between the PTO unit and the driven unit. The sump is sealed from the PTO unit by sealing surfaces on the PTO fastener holes and a sealed receiving surface for a PTO shaft seal. The sump is sealed with the driven unit by a sealing surface on the driven end of the adapter. Multiple PTO fastener holes and lubricant fill ports allow several mounting positions of the adapter with respect to the driven unit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2001
    Inventors: Kevin D. Redd, Randall H. Redd
  • Adaptor hub for automotive wheel ornaments
    Patent number: 5464277
    Abstract: An adaptor hub for attaching wheel ornaments is disclosed for use on wheels which are attached to the brake assembly by conventional lugs and lug nuts. The adaptor is attached to the wheel by threaded fasteners radially spaced about the wheel hub. A wheel ornament is threaded onto the adaptor. An adaptor cover is retained by the wheel ornament.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 1994
    Date of Patent: November 7, 1995
    Inventor: Kevin D. Redd