Patents by Inventor Michael Shevela
Michael Shevela 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: 11927691Abstract: A portable vehicle sensor calibration apparatus having an anchor mechanism such that the apparatus may be mounted upon a surface. The anchor mechanism may comprise a suction cup mechanism. The vehicle sensor calibration apparatus may comprise a second anchor mechanism. The vehicle sensor calibration apparatus may be operable to mount onto a body of a support vehicle other than the vehicle having sensors requiring calibration.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2019Date of Patent: March 12, 2024Assignee: Robert Bosch GmbHInventors: Robert Meitzler, Michael Shevela, Richard Martin
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Publication number: 20210048510Abstract: A portable vehicle sensor calibration apparatus having an anchor mechanism such that the apparatus may be mounted upon a surface. The anchor mechanism may comprise a suction cup mechanism. The vehicle sensor calibration apparatus may comprise a second anchor mechanism. The vehicle sensor calibration apparatus may be operable to mount onto a body of a support vehicle other than the vehicle having sensors requiring calibration.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2019Publication date: February 18, 2021Inventors: Robert Meitzler, Michael Shevela, Richard Martin
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Patent number: 8567028Abstract: An injector sleeve removal device including a tapered portion and a ridge. The a tapered portion having a first diameter and a second diameter. The first diameter is relatively smaller than an opening of an injector sleeve and the second diameter is relatively greater than the opening. The ridge is disposed helically about the tapered portion. The ridge is configured to cut into an inner surface of the injector sleeve and draw the tapered portion into the injector sleeve in response to rotation of the sleeve removal device.Type: GrantFiled: July 16, 2010Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: Service Solutions U.S. LLCInventors: Michael Shevela, Edward Magana
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Patent number: 8516934Abstract: A clip installing tool and method for installing the clip are provided. The clip includes a clip holding portion and a leveraging portion, each having a handle at an end. The clip holding portion includes a receiving portion to hold the clip therein. When a force is applied to the clip holding and leveraging portions, the clip is forced around a connector portion of a fuel in order to hold the connector portion with a fuel injector.Type: GrantFiled: June 23, 2009Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Service Solutions U.S. LLCInventors: Michael Shevela, Richard Martin, Robert Meitzler
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Publication number: 20110061217Abstract: An injector sleeve removal device including a tapered portion and a ridge. The a tapered portion having a first diameter and a second diameter. The first diameter is relatively smaller than an opening of an injector sleeve and the second diameter is relatively greater than the opening. The ridge is disposed helically about the tapered portion. The ridge is configured to cut into an inner surface of the injector sleeve and draw the tapered portion into the injector sleeve in response to rotation of the sleeve removal device.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2010Publication date: March 17, 2011Inventors: Michael Shevela, Edward Magana
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Publication number: 20100319500Abstract: A clip installing tool and method for installing the clip are provided. The clip includes a clip holding portion and a leveraging portion, each having a handle at an end. The clip holding portion includes a receiving portion to hold the clip therein. When a force is applied to the clip holding and leveraging portions, the clip is forced around a connector portion of a fuel in order to hold the connector portion with a fuel injector.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2009Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventors: Michael Shevela, Richard Martin, Robert Meitzler
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Patent number: 7684028Abstract: A remote sensing angle gauge includes a sensor responding to physical stimulus and transmitting a resulting impulse for measuring an angle, and a user interface separate and remote from said sensor and in communication with said sensor unit. The user interface receives a signal from the resulting impulse of said sensor unit, and determines the angle measurement according to the received signal from said sensor unit and inputted data from said interface unit. The inputted data by a user includes an offset and orientation of the sensor. The gauge can be zeroed before initiating the measurement. The sensor can be connected to the user interface through a detachable electrical connection. The sensor can include an adaptor accommodating a detachable and adjustable connection to an area being measured. The results of the measurement on the user interface can be remotely monitored, while measuring the angle with the sensor.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2006Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Assignee: SPX CorporationInventors: Kevin Willcock, Michael Shevela, Michael F. Banar
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Publication number: 20080303271Abstract: A fluid filler tool and method of use are provided that allow a user to easily fill a fluid containing device such as a transmission with fluids. The fluid filler tool includes a quick-connect fitting and a cone tip end. The quick-connect fitting mates with a fluid filling device and the cone tip mates with the transmission. The fluid filler tool is made from steel and is flexible so that it retains the configuration that is desired by the user.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2007Publication date: December 11, 2008Inventors: Michael Shevela, Brian Echtinaw
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Publication number: 20080147345Abstract: A remote sensing angle gauge includes a sensor responding to physical stimulus and transmitting a resulting impulse for measuring an angle, and a user interface separate and remote from said sensor and in communication with said sensor unit. The user interface receives a signal from the resulting impulse of said sensor unit, and determines the angle measurement according to the received signal from said sensor unit and inputted data from said interface unit. The inputted data by a user includes an offset and orientation of the sensor. The gauge can be zeroed before initiating the measurement. The sensor can be connected to the user interface through a detachable electrical connection. The sensor can include an adaptor accommodating a detachable and adjustable connection to an area being measured. The results of the measurement on the user interface can be remotely monitored, while measuring the angle with the sensor.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2006Publication date: June 19, 2008Inventors: Kevin Willcock, Michael Shevela, Michael F. Banar
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Patent number: 7346994Abstract: An alignment tool for vehicular adaptive cruise control detection devices attaches with precision and repeatability to an adaptive cruise control sensor subassembly. Integral to this alignment tool is a low energy visible light laser that can be adjusted to point along the signal axis of the ACC sensor subassembly with stable and calibratable precision. The point at which a visible laser light beam strikes a reference surface can reveal the alignment of the ACC sensor subassembly with respect to the vehicle.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2004Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Assignee: SPX CorporationInventor: Michael Shevela
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Patent number: 7077037Abstract: A method and apparatus for removing a fastener from an assembly in which the fastener is aligned with a concave end of the apparatus. A socket bit holder has a first end and a second end, with the first end being a concave end, and having a socket bit receptacle. The second end has a socket drive receptacle.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2003Date of Patent: July 18, 2006Assignee: SPX CorporationInventors: Michael Shevela, Richard W. Mills
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Patent number: 7069643Abstract: A device and method for installing and removing fuel sending closure system lock rings for retaining a module reservoir assembly includes a drive connection feature and a plurality of legs having feet that engage the lock ring to rotate it.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2002Date of Patent: July 4, 2006Assignee: SPX CorporationInventors: Michael Shevela, Richard Harry Krentz, Kevin A. Willcock
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Publication number: 20050222746Abstract: An alignment tool for vehicular adaptive cruise control detection devices attaches with precision and repeatability to an adaptive cruise control sensor subassembly. Integral to this alignment tool is a low energy visible light laser that can be adjusted to point along the signal axis of the ACC sensor subassembly with stable and calibratable precision. The point at which a visible laser light beam strikes a reference surface can reveal the alignment of the ACC sensor subassembly with respect to the vehicle.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2004Publication date: October 6, 2005Inventor: Michael Shevela
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Patent number: 6892458Abstract: An apparatus and method for removing coating material from tubing is disclosed that includes a tool body, a tubing support, a slider support, a slider accommodated with the slider support, and a blade attached to the slider, wherein the tubing support, and the slider support are accommodated with the tool body. The apparatus can be utilized to remove protective coating materials from steel tubing, by placing the tubing on the tubing support, lowering the blade to the tubing, and rotating the apparatus around the tubing.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2003Date of Patent: May 17, 2005Assignee: SPX CorporationInventor: Michael Shevela
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Publication number: 20050092140Abstract: A method and apparatus for removing a fastener from an assembly in which the fastener is aligned with a concave end of the apparatus. A socket bit holder has a first end and a second end, with the first end being a concave end, and having a socket bit receptacle. The second end has a socket drive receptacle.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2003Publication date: May 5, 2005Inventors: Michael Shevela, Richard Mills
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Patent number: 6877198Abstract: A liner remover and installer assembly for a cylinder that includes a base having an opening to receive a rod with a tool at an end, an adjustment member and a support member. The support member can have an alignment feature adapted to mate with a dowel pin on an engine block. The tool can be a liner installer or remover. The liner remover can have a shoe with a lip. The support member and the lip can be made from a material that will not score the engine such as aluminum.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2002Date of Patent: April 12, 2005Assignee: SPX CorporationInventor: Michael Shevela
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Publication number: 20040025316Abstract: A device and method for installing and removing fuel sending closure system lock rings for retaining a module reservoir assembly includes a drive connection feature and a plurality of legs having feet that engage the lock ring to rotate it.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 6, 2002Publication date: February 12, 2004Inventors: Michael Shevela, Richard Harry Krentz, Kevin A. Willcock
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Publication number: 20040003499Abstract: An apparatus and method for removing coating material from tubing is disclosed that includes a tool body, a tubing support, a slider support, a slider accommodated with the slider support, and a blade attached to the slider, wherein the tubing support, and the slider support are accommodated with the tool body. The apparatus can be utilized to remove protective coating materials from steel tubing, by placing the tubing on the tubing support, lowering the blade to the tubing, and rotating the apparatus around the tubing.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2003Publication date: January 8, 2004Inventor: Michael Shevela
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Patent number: 6655426Abstract: An apparatus and method supplies lubricating fluid to an oil lubricating fluid receiving port of a mechanical device. A tank is adapted to hold the lubricating fluid, and a manually operated pump is mounted to the tank. A hose extends from the pump, so that the pump when operated pumps lubricating fluid from the tank into the hose. A shut-off valve is located at an end of the hose, and is manually moveable between an open position and a closed position. An adapter is attached to the shut-off valve and also attaches to the lubricating fluid receiving port, so that operation of the pump when the shut-off valve is in the open position forces lubricating fluid through the tube and through the adapter and into the lubricating fluid receiving port.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2001Date of Patent: December 2, 2003Assignee: SPX CorporationInventor: Michael Shevela
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Publication number: 20030217465Abstract: A liner remover and installer assembly for a cylinder that includes a base having an opening to receive a rod with a tool at an end, an adjustment member and a support member. The support member can have an alignment feature adapted to mate with a dowel pin on an engine block. The tool can be a liner installer or remover. The liner remover can have a shoe with a lip. The support member and the lip can be made from a material that will not score the engine such as aluminum.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2002Publication date: November 27, 2003Applicant: SPX CorporationInventor: Michael Shevela