Patents by Inventor Russell Potterfield

Russell Potterfield 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).

  • Publication number: 20080127815
    Abstract: Firearm supporting devices (e.g., firearm vises), methods of assembling firearm supporting devices, and methods of packaging firearm supporting devices are disclosed herein. One aspect is directed to a firearm supporting device for supporting a firearm having a first section and a second section spaced apart from the first section. In one such embodiment, a firearm supporting device includes a base, a first support for carrying the first section of the firearm, and a second support for carrying the second section of the firearm. The base includes a first portion and a second portion configured to be attached to the first portion. The first portion is fixed relative to the second portion when the first and second portions are attached. The first support is configured to project from the first portion of the base. The second support is configured to project from the second portion of the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2006
    Publication date: June 5, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Tachnologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Dave Yale, Russell A. Potterfield, Tim Morrow
  • Publication number: 20080061509
    Abstract: Firearm target assemblies and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, target assemblies are configured for accurately predicting projectile impact points for determining shooting accuracy and consistency. In another embodiment, a target system includes a target assembly having a substrate and a print layer. The substrate may have a low shearing response such that a projectile having a first major cross-sectional dimension transverse to a projectile path forms a hole in the substrate at an impact point in the projectile path. The hole may have an aperture with a second major cross-sectional dimension transverse to the projectile path, wherein the second dimension is approximately the same as the first dimension. The print layer may be at a first side of the substrate and may at least partially define a target image.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2007
    Publication date: March 13, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc
    Inventor: Russell Potterfield
  • Publication number: 20080054570
    Abstract: Shooting targets, including teaching targets, target assemblies and associated systems are disclosed herein. One aspect of the disclosure is directed to target systems and assemblies for effectively teaching and practicing shot placement on animal shapes for improving hunting skills. In a particular embodiment, a shooting target assembly includes a backer having at least a first target image. The backer may include a substrate and a first print layer. The target image, including at least a first animal shape, may be at least partially defined by the first print layer. The assembly may also include a replacement label sized to cover a target region of the first target image. The replacement label may include a label print layer that at least partially defines a region of the animal shape. The replacement label may also include an illustration of a first organ structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2007
    Publication date: March 6, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell Potterfield, Robert Zara
  • Publication number: 20080047189
    Abstract: Adjustable shooting rests and shooting rest assemblies are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a shooting rest includes a rest assembly for supporting a forestock of a firearm. The rest assembly includes a base member and first and second upright members extending from the base member. A position of each of the first and second upright members is independently adjustable with reference to the base member. The shooting rest also includes a support assembly coupled to the rest assembly to move the rest assembly in a first direction and in a second direction. The first and second directions are in a plane generally transverse to a longitudinal axis of the firearm. The shooting rest further includes a base coupled to the support assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2007
    Publication date: February 28, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell Potterfield, Robert Zara, Jim Gianladis, Mark Wasson, Adam Birk, Dennis Cauley
  • Publication number: 20080041700
    Abstract: Vibratory tumblers for processing workpieces and methods for manufacturing such vibratory tumblers are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a vibratory tumbler includes a base, a support member movably coupled to the base, a bowl configured for removable attachment to the support member, and a motor attached to the support member for moving the bowl relative to the base. The bowl is sized and configured such that the support member and at least one-fourth of the base can be received within the bowl while the support member is coupled to the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2006
    Publication date: February 21, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell A. Potterfield, Tim Morrow
  • Publication number: 20080034636
    Abstract: Firearm supports (e.g., firearm shooting bags) and firearm support assemblies are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a firearm support includes a generally pliable cover at least partially enclosing an internal space, and a generally inflexible support structure coupled to the pliable cover and configured to assist the pliable cover in maintaining a particular shape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell Potterfield, Tim Morrow, Brook Banham
  • Publication number: 20080023379
    Abstract: A media separator system includes a first and a second portion of a media separator device, a projection, a handle, at least one of a retention device, and a storage container, wherein the first and second portion of the media separator device, the handle and the at least one of a retention device is sized to be received at least partially in the storage container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2007
    Publication date: January 31, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell Potterfield, Tim Morrow, Jacob Dale
  • Publication number: 20080023915
    Abstract: Shooting gallery devices and methods are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a shooting gallery includes a plurality of targets rotatably connected to a plurality of target connectors. The targets rotate between an extended position and a fallen position. The target and target connector assembly at least partially retains the targets in the extended position and/or prevents the targets from rotating from the extended position to the fallen position. Furthermore, the targets and target connector assemblies are configured to reset from the fallen position to the extended position without a rail guide or reset cam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2007
    Publication date: January 31, 2008
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Tim Morrow, Jacob Dale, Yan-Jiang Zhou, Tim Kinney, Dennis Cauley, Lucie Liang, Russell Potterfield
  • Publication number: 20070294929
    Abstract: Containers for carrying firearm accessories (e.g., cleaning and maintenance supplies and tools) and/or supporting firearms are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a container includes a housing having an exterior side surface, an aperture in the exterior side surface, a storage device at the aperture, and a support structure at the housing. The storage device has a compartment and is movable between (a) a stowed position in which the compartment is positioned within the housing, and (b) a second position in which the compartment is at least partially external to the housing. The support structure is configured to interface with a removable firearm support for carrying a firearm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2007
    Publication date: December 27, 2007
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell Potterfield, Tim Morrow
  • Publication number: 20070295197
    Abstract: Firearm cartridge loading and reloading dies, such as a die having a metallic body with a cavity extending through the body and a sleeve inserted in the cavity. The sleeve is configured to receive a firearm cartridge and reconfigure the cartridge for loading or reloading. The sleeve can be metal, non-metallic ceramic, and/or.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2007
    Publication date: December 27, 2007
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Russell Potterfield
  • Publication number: 20070256346
    Abstract: Shooting rests for supporting firearms and methods for manufacturing shooting rests are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a shooting rest includes a base and a support assembly pivotably coupled to the base. The support assembly is configured to carry the firearm such that the recoil of the firearm pivots the support assembly about an axis in a first direction. The shooting rest further includes a resilient member coupled to the base and the support assembly and a triggering mechanism coupled to the support assembly. The resilient member is configured to urge the support assembly about the axis in a second direction opposite the first direction. The triggering mechanism is configured to selectively actuate the trigger of the firearm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2006
    Publication date: November 8, 2007
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Larry Potterfield, Tim Morrow, Russell Potterfield
  • Publication number: 20070113460
    Abstract: An apparatus for aligning a sighting device mounted on a firearm. The apparatus has a first indicating device adapted to be positioned on a surface of the firearm to determine a rotational position of the firearm relative to a reference plane and a second indicating device adapted to be positioned on a surface of the sighting device to determine a rotational position of the sighting device relative to the reference plane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2005
    Publication date: May 24, 2007
    Applicant: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Russell Potterfield, Orus Coffield
  • Patent number: D553219
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2007
    Assignee: Battenfeld Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Russell A. Potterfield