Patents by Inventor Timothy R. Casica

Timothy R. Casica 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).

  • Patent number: 7398954
    Abstract: A faucet adapter including an inlet assembly that includes a connecting portion configured for connection to a fluid source. A handle remote from the connecting portion is operably connected thereto such that actuation of the handle results in actuation of the connecting portion, independent of a fluid flow through the adapter.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2008
    Assignee: L. R. Nelson Corporation
    Inventors: Lawrence P. Heren, Michael Breedlove, Timothy R. Casica
  • Patent number: 6796515
    Abstract: A one touch valve for activating fluid flow between an inlet conduit and an outlet conduit is disclosed. The valve has a flow cylinder defining an inflow chamber in fluid communication with the inlet conduit and an outflow chamber in fluid communication with the outlet conduit. The flow cylinder includes an end plate and an intermediate plate having a center collar with an aperture. A flexible diaphragm is provided with a sealing surface in contact with the collar to create a seal. The diaphragm has an edge coupled to the intermediate plate and a small diameter hole providing fluid contact between the inflow chamber and an intermediate chamber which is defined by the intermediate plate of the flow cylinder. A plunger is placed on the diaphragm to create a seal with the opposite surface of the diaphragm from the sealing surface. A shaft has one end connected to the plunger and extends through the aperture of the diaphragm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Assignee: L. R. Nelson Corporation
    Inventors: Lawrence P. Heren, Scott Jacobs, Timothy R. Casica
  • Publication number: 20040135013
    Abstract: A one touch valve for activating fluid flow between an inlet conduit and an outlet conduit is disclosed. The valve has a flow cylinder defining an inflow chamber in fluid communication with the inlet conduit and an outflow chamber in fluid communication with the outlet conduit. The flow cylinder includes an end plate and an intermediate plate having a center collar with an aperture. A flexible diaphragm is provided with a sealing surface in contact with the collar to create a seal. The diaphragm has an edge coupled to the intermediate plate and a small diameter hole providing fluid contact between the inflow chamber and an intermediate chamber which is defined by the intermediate plate of the flow cylinder. A plunger is placed on the diaphragm to create a seal with the opposite surface of the diaphragm from the sealing surface. A shaft has one end connected to the plunger and extends through the aperture of the diaphragm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2003
    Publication date: July 15, 2004
    Applicant: L.R. Nelson Corporation
    Inventors: Lawrence P. Heren, Scott Jacobs, Timothy R. Casica
  • Patent number: 6691937
    Abstract: A one touch valve for activating fluid flow between an inlet conduit and an outlet conduit is disclosed. The valve has a flow cylinder defining an inflow chamber in fluid communication with the inlet conduit and an outflow chamber in fluid communication with the outlet conduit. The flow cylinder includes an end plate and an intermediate plate having a center collar with an aperture. A flexible diaphragm is provided with a sealing surface in contact with the collar to create a seal. The diaphragm has an edge coupled to the intermediate plate and a small diameter hole providing fluid contact between the inflow chamber and an intermediate chamber which is defined by the intermediate plate of the flow cylinder. A plunger is placed on the diaphragm to create a seal with the opposite surface of the diaphragm from the sealing surface. A shaft has one end connected to the plunger and extends through the aperture of the diaphragm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2004
    Assignee: L. R. Nelson Corporation
    Inventors: Lawrence P. Heren, Scott Jacobs, Timothy R. Casica
  • Patent number: 6659373
    Abstract: A one touch valve for activating fluid flow between an inlet conduit and an outlet conduit is disclosed. The valve has a flow cylinder defining an inflow chamber in fluid communication with the inlet conduit and an outflow chamber in fluid communication with the outlet conduit. The flow cylinder includes an end plate and an intermediate plate having a center collar with an aperture. A flexible diaphragm is provided with a sealing surface in contact with the collar to create a seal. The diaphragm has an edge coupled to the intermediate plate and a small diameter hole providing fluid contact between the inflow chamber and an intermediate chamber which is defined by the intermediate plate of the flow cylinder. A plunger is placed on the diaphragm to create a seal with the opposite surface of the diaphragm from the sealing surface. A shaft has one end connected to the plunger and extends through the aperture of the diaphragm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2003
    Inventors: Lawrence P. Heren, Scott Jacobs, Timothy R. Casica
  • Publication number: 20030189111
    Abstract: A one touch valve for activating fluid flow between an inlet conduit and an outlet conduit is disclosed. The valve has a flow cylinder defining an inflow chamber in fluid communication with the inlet conduit and an outflow chamber in fluid communication with the outlet conduit. The flow cylinder includes an end plate and an intermediate plate having a center collar with an aperture. A flexible diaphragm is provided with a sealing surface in contact with the collar to create a seal. The diaphragm has an edge coupled to the intermediate plate and a small diameter hole providing fluid contact between the inflow chamber and an intermediate chamber which is defined by the intermediate plate of the flow cylinder. A plunger is placed on the diaphragm to create a seal with the opposite surface of the diaphragm from the sealing surface. A shaft has one end connected to the plunger and extends through the aperture of the diaphragm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2003
    Publication date: October 9, 2003
    Applicant: L.R. Nelson Corporation
    Inventors: Lawrence P. Heren, Scott Jacobs, Timothy R. Casica
  • Patent number: D427660
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2000
    Assignee: L.R. Nelson Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy R. Casica, William Gassman, David L. Hunt