Patents by Inventor Wesley C. Sodemann

Wesley C. Sodemann 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).

  • Monitoring system for a generator
    Publication number: 20040155466
    Abstract: A load monitoring apparatus for monitoring the load applied to a portable generator. The apparatus includes a sensor, and a humanly perceptible indicator that indicates at least one discontinuous load power frequency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2004
    Publication date: August 12, 2004
    Inventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Kenny J. Stair, Russell C. Nordman, Paul A. Tharman
  • Removable fuel tank
    Patent number: 6750556
    Abstract: A generator embodying the invention comprises a removable fuel tank that is easily accessible, and may be easily removed from the generator. The generator includes a frame that supports an engine and the fuel tank. The fuel tank is removably interconnected to the frame with at least one quick release fastener. The quick release fastener may include a bolt, a pivoting tab, a clamp, or other similar quick release fasteners. Preferably, the quick release fastener may be engaged by hand, and does not require additional tooling. A fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine includes a quick disconnect attachment that prevents fuel flow and easily detaches the fuel tank from the engine. The fuel tank may be removed from the frame, taken to a gasoline station for refilling, and reattached to the generator for operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2004
    Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC
    Inventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Stacy Paul DeGroot
  • Wand mounted nozzle holder
    Publication number: 20040046057
    Abstract: The invention recites an apparatus comprising a nozzle holder able to retain at least one nozzle and disposed on a pressure washer wand. The nozzle holder comprises a body including a bore extending therethrough. The bore is sized to engage the pressure washer wand. The nozzle holder further includes a boss interconnected with and having an aperture sized to receive at least one nozzle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2002
    Publication date: March 11, 2004
    Inventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Robert L. Brandel, Richard A. Hosig, Carlo Sabattini, Claudio Carpanese
  • Removable fuel tank
    Publication number: 20030184094
    Abstract: A generator embodying the invention comprises a removable fuel tank that is easily accessible, and may be easily removed from the generator. The generator includes a frame that supports an engine and the fuel tank. The fuel tank is removably interconnected to the frame with at least one quick release fastener. The quick release fastener may include a bolt, a pivoting tab, a clamp, or other similar quick release fasteners. Preferably, the quick release fastener may be engaged by hand, and does not require additional tooling. A fuel line between the fuel tank and the engine includes a quick disconnect attachment that prevents fuel flow and easily detaches the fuel tank from the engine. The fuel tank may be removed from the frame, taken to a gasoline station for refilling, and reattached to the generator for operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 26, 2002
    Publication date: October 2, 2003
    Inventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Stacy Paul DeGroot
  • Pressure washer handle
    Patent number: D474529
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Assignee: Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC
    Inventors: Wesley C. Sodemann, Robert L. Brandel, Richard A. Hosig, Carlo Sabattini, Claudio Carpanese