MICHAEL WALLACE HOWARD
Pilots at Bay Dr, Elkhart, IN
License number
Indiana A4973849
Issued Date
Nov 2012
Expiration Date
Nov 2017
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
1635 N Bay Dr, Elkhart, IN 46514
Personal information
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Address
Phone
4889 N 200 W, Urbana, IN 46990
5131 W State Road 60, Salem, IN 47167
5079 S Lick Creek Rd, Morgantown, IN 46160
2726 Ohio St, Michigan City, IN 46360
2000 Welnetz Rd, Michigan City, IN 46360
Professional information
General/Plant Manager
Location:
Elkhart, Indiana Area
Industry:
Machinery
Work:
Reflex Industries
Jan 2007 - Jan 2009
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Manager - Engineering & Quality
General Sheet Metal Works
Jul 2001 - Oct 2006
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Director - Improvement
Torque Engineering
Jul 1999 - Jun 2001
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Manufacturing Manager
Universal Machine & Tool
Jan 1996 - Jul 1999
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Plant Manager
Raytheon
Jan 1991 - Dec 1995
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Manufacturing Operations Manager
Rockwell International
Nov 1979 - May 1989
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Program Manager
Education:
Missouri State University 1972 - 1973
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1969 - 1971
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1969 - 1971
Method For Installing Actuation Mechanism For Extending And Retracting Retractable Room For Recreational Vehicle
US Patent:
8317250, Nov 27, 2012
Filed:
Jul 12, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/180687
Inventors:
Michael A. Schwindaman - Cassopolis MI, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc. - Goshen IN
International Classification:
B60P 3/34
US Classification:
296 2601
Abstract:
A slide-out or retractable room for a mobile living quarters, such as a recreational vehicle, is provided with actuating assemblies mounted on opposite side walls of the slide-out room and the adjacent wall of the main living area. The actuating assemblies include a pair of parallel gear racks mounted on the side wall, which are engaged by pinions rotated by torque shafts mounted on the main living quarters. Each torque shaft is rotated by a separate motor. A roller engages a bearing surface on the lower portion of the gear racks. Accordingly, the slide-out room is extended and retracted by rotating the torque shafts to cause the gear racks and the attached slide-out room to extend and retract. The weight of the slide-out room is supported by the rollers, thereby supporting the slide-out room off of the floor of the main living quarters as it extends and retracts. A synchronizing control operates the motors.
Retractable Room Actuation Assembly For Recreational Vehicle
US Patent:
8573666, Nov 5, 2013
Filed:
Dec 27, 2012
Appl. No.:
13/728137
Inventors:
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lippert Components Manufacturing - Goshen IN
International Classification:
B60P 3/34
US Classification:
296 2601
Abstract:
A slide-out or retractable room for a mobile living quarters, such as a recreational vehicle, is provided with actuating assemblies mounted on opposite side walls of the slide-out room and the adjacent wall of the main living area. The actuating assemblies include a pair of parallel gear racks mounted on the side wall, which are engaged by pinions rotated by torque shafts mounted on the main living quarters. Each torque shaft is rotated by a separate motor. A roller engages a bearing surface on the lower portion of the gear racks. Accordingly, the slide-out room is extended and retracted by rotating the torque shafts to cause the gear racks and the attached slide-out room to extend and retract. The weight of the slide-out room is supported by the rollers, thereby supporting the slide-out room off of the floor of the main living quarters as it extends and retracts. A synchronizing control operates the motors.
Retractable Room Actuation Assembly For Recreational Vehicle
US Patent:
RE44002, Feb 19, 2013
Filed:
Jun 29, 2012
Appl. No.:
13/537189
Inventors:
Michael A. Schwindaman - Cassopolis MI, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc. - Goshen IN
International Classification:
B60R 15/00
US Classification:
296171
Abstract:
A slide-out or retractable room for a mobile living quarters, such as a recreational vehicle, is provided with actuating assemblies mounted on opposite side walls of the slide-out room and the adjacent wall of the main living area. The actuating assemblies include a pair of parallel gear racks mounted on the side wall, which are engaged by pinions rotated by torque shafts mounted on the main living quarters. Each torque shaft is rotated by a separate motor. A roller engages a bearing surface on the lower portion of the gear racks. Accordingly, the slide-out room is extended and retracted by rotating the torque shafts to cause the gear racks and the attached slide-out room to extend and retract. The weight of the slide-out room is supported by the rollers, thereby supporting the slide-out room off of the floor of the main living quarters as it extends and retracts. A synchronizing control operates the motors.
Method For Installing Actuation Mechanism For Extending And Retracting Retractable Room For Recreational Vehicle
US Patent:
8581540, Nov 12, 2013
Filed:
Jun 13, 2012
Appl. No.:
13/495500
Inventors:
Michael A. Schwindaman - Cassopolis MI, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lipperts Components Manufacturing, Inc. - Goshen IN
International Classification:
H02K 19/12
US Classification:
318705, 318715, 31840009
Abstract:
A slide-out or retractable room for a mobile living quarters, such as a recreational vehicle, is provided with actuating assemblies mounted on opposite side walls of the slide-out room and the adjacent wall of the main living area. The actuating assemblies include a pair of parallel gear racks mounted on the side wall, which are engaged by pinions rotated by torque shafts mounted on the main living quarters. Each torque shaft is rotated by a separate motor. A roller engages a bearing surface on the lower portion of the gear racks. Accordingly, the slide-out room is extended and retracted by rotating the torque shafts to cause the gear racks and the attached slide-out room to extend and retract. The weight of the slide-out room is supported by the rollers, thereby supporting the slide-out room off of the floor of the main living quarters as it extends and retracts.
Retractable Room Actuation Assembly For Recreational Vehicle
US Patent:
2014002, Jan 30, 2014
Filed:
Sep 30, 2013
Appl. No.:
14/041033
Inventors:
Thomas J. ROGERS - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. HOWARD - Elkhart IN, US
Michael W. HOWARD - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc. - Goshen IN
International Classification:
B60P 3/34
US Classification:
298972
Abstract:
A slide-out or retractable room for a mobile living quarters, such as a recreational vehicle, is provided with actuating assemblies mounted on opposite side walls of the slide-out room and the adjacent wall of the main living area. The actuating assemblies include a pair of parallel gear racks mounted on the side wall, which are engaged by pinions rotated by torque shafts mounted on the main living quarters. Each torque shaft is rotated by a separate motor. A roller engages a bearing surface on the lower portion of the gear racks. Accordingly, the slide-out room is extended and retracted by rotating the torque shafts to cause the gear racks and the attached slide-out room to extend and retract. The weight of the slide-out room is supported by the rollers, thereby supporting the slide-out room off of the floor of the main living quarters as it extends and retracts. A synchronizing control operates the motors.
Retractable Room Actuation Assembly For Recreational Vehicle Having Engagement Means For Maintaining Constant Distance Between Drive Members And Engagement Members
US Patent:
8235455, Aug 7, 2012
Filed:
Jul 12, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/180671
Inventors:
Michael A. Schwindaman - Cassopolis MI, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc. - Goshen IN
International Classification:
B60P 3/39
US Classification:
296171
Abstract:
A slide-out or retractable room for a mobile living quarters, such as a recreational vehicle, is provided with actuating assemblies mounted on opposite side walls of the slide-out room and the adjacent wall of the main living area. The actuating assemblies include a pair of parallel gear racks mounted on the side wall, which are engaged by pinions rotated by torque shafts mounted on the main living quarters. Each torque shaft is rotated by a separate motor. A roller engages a bearing surface on the lower portion of the gear racks. Accordingly, the slide-out room is extended and retracted by rotating the torque shafts to cause the gear racks and the attached slide-out room to extend and retract. The weight of the slide-out room is supported by the rollers, thereby supporting the slide-out room off of the floor of the main living quarters as it extends and retracts. A synchronizing control operates the motors.
Retractable Room Actuation Assembly For Recreational Vehicle
US Patent:
8016343, Sep 13, 2011
Filed:
Jan 6, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/683332
Inventors:
Michael A. Schwindaman - Cassopolis MI, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc. - Goshen IN
International Classification:
B60R 15/00
US Classification:
296171
Abstract:
A slide-out or retractable room for a mobile living quarters, such as a recreational vehicle, is provided with actuating assemblies mounted on opposite side walls of the slide-out room and the adjacent wall of the main living area. The actuating assemblies include a pair of parallel gear racks mounted on the side wall, which are engaged by pinions rotated by torque shafts mounted on the main living quarters. Each torque shaft is rotated by a separate motor. A roller engages a bearing surface on the lower portion of the gear racks. Accordingly, the slide-out room is extended and retracted by rotating the torque shafts to cause the gear racks and the attached slide-out room to extend and retract. The weight of the slide-out room is supported by the rollers, thereby supporting the slide-out room off of the floor of the main living quarters as it extends and retracts. A synchronizing control operates the motors.
Hydraulic Leveling Cylinder
US Patent:
8181937, May 22, 2012
Filed:
Jul 25, 2011
Appl. No.:
13/189620
Inventors:
Michael A. Schwindaman - Cassopolis MI, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Assignee:
Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc. - Goshen IN
International Classification:
A62B 3/00, B66F 3/24, B66F 7/10, B66F 7/12, E21D 15/44, B60S 9/02, B23Q 3/08
US Classification:
254423, 254418, 254419, 254 93 R, 254 89 H, 269 32
Abstract:
An anodized aluminum hydraulic leveling cylinder for a vehicle includes an extruded hollow body having a vehicle attachment portion for attaching the body to the underside of a vehicle. A piston is slidably fitted into the interior of the body. The piston is formed of ductile aluminum capable of being machined to a desirable shape and dimensions. The piston is hard anodized and PTFE coated for durable and silent operation. Hydraulic oil passage means is formed in the body, and a cap with a pair of dual flow-through passages is attached to the top end of the body for permitting the flow of pressurized hydraulic oil into and out of the interior of the body to effect axial movement of the piston. Hydraulic fluid may be transferred through one or more hollow mounting bolts.
Leveling Jack For Vehicle
US Patent:
2011002, Feb 3, 2011
Filed:
Jan 6, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/683335
Inventors:
Michael A. Schwindaman - Cassopolis MI, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
Thomas J. Rogers - Cassopolis MI, US
Michael W. Howard - Elkhart IN, US
International Classification:
B60S 9/10, B66F 3/24, B66F 3/25, B66F 3/42, B60S 9/12
US Classification:
254 93 R
Abstract:
A leveling jack for a vehicle, such as a recreational vehicle, includes a leveling piston and cylinder, a bi-directional, reversible pump, and a reservoir within a common sealed housing that does not require exterior fluid connections. The piston is extended from the housing to contact the ground and effect leveling by operating the pump in one direction, and is retracted into the cylinder by operating the pump in the other direction. Accordingly, the leveling jack is a self-contained unit, and does not require a central hydraulic unit and the necessary hoses between the jack and the central hydraulic unit as needed in the prior art.