Patents by Inventor Robert J. Malott

Robert J. Malott 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).

  • Shock absorber for automotive suspension
    Patent number: 4306638
    Abstract: A suspension strut has a helical suspension spring which is supported by the reservoir tube of a hydraulic shock absorber. The shock absorber incorporates linear bearings between telescoping tubes thereof. The tube and bearing construction of the shock absorbers strenghtens the strut so that it effectively resists bending loads occurring during vehicle operation. This construction allows the piston rod of the shock absorber to be smaller in diameter and lighter in weight as compared to prior shock absorbers and to stroke without binding or sticking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 1980
    Date of Patent: December 22, 1981
    Assignee: General Motors Corporation
    Inventor: Robert J. Malott