RICHARD W DAWSON
Engineers in Naperville, IL

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Pennsylvania PE033240E

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Address

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Richard Dawson, age 89

530 Bryansville Rd, Fawn Grove, PA 17321

(717) 577-4528

Richard Dawson, age 83

536 Heather Ln, Dixon, IL 61021

(815) 751-2774

Richard Dawson, age 79

5019 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

(215) 528-7783

Richard Dawson

544 Overlook Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62025

(618) 406-6744

Richard Dawson

53 Cherry St, Park Forest, IL 60466

(708) 228-8062

Professional information

Tie-Down Anchor For Freight

US Patent:

7614834, Nov 10, 2009

Filed:

Sep 16, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/228067

Inventors:

Ronald P. Sellberg - Naperville IL, US
Richard W. Dawson - Naperville IL, US

Assignee:

TTX Company - Chicago IL

International Classification:

B60P 7/06

US Classification:

410121

Abstract:

A floor tie-down anchor for securing freight during transport is provided. The tie-down anchor is an L-shaped bracket having a pair of legs that form an angle relative to each other, and one of the legs has at least one aperture defined therethrough. A system and method for securing freight to a transport vehicle are also provided. The system includes a first tie-down anchor and a second tie-down anchor attached to the floor of a transport vehicle, and each of the tie-down anchors has at least one aperture defined therethrough. The system further including a retaining strap having a connecting mechanism attached to each end of the strap, and the apertures of the tie-down anchors are adapted to receive the connecting mechanisms of the strap. The method of securing freight to a transport vehicle includes providing a floor. First and second tie-down anchors are attached to the floor, and each of the tie-down anchors has at least two apertures of different shapes defined therethrough.

Tie-Down Anchor For Freight

US Patent:

8128325, Mar 6, 2012

Filed:

Nov 10, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/615790

Inventors:

Ronald P. Sellberg - Naperville IL, US
Richard W. Dawson - Naperville IL, US

Assignee:

TTX Company - Chicago IL

International Classification:

B61D 45/00

US Classification:

410101

Abstract:

A floor tie-down anchor for securing freight during transport is provided. A tie-down anchor is provided comprising an elongated L-shaped bracket including a first leg and a second leg forming an angle therebetween. At least one aperture having a first shape is defined through the first leg and configured to receive a connecting mechanism for securing freight. At least one aperture having a second shape different from the first shape is defined through said first leg. The first shape is an oval slot and the second shape is a circle, and the L-shaped bracket is operatively connected to a railcar having a floor such that the first leg is substantially coplanar with and parallel to the floor of the railcar.

Single Level Enclosed Railcar And Method Of Manufacturing

US Patent:

7401559, Jul 22, 2008

Filed:

Mar 14, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/079662

Inventors:

Richard W. Dawson - Naperville IL, US
F. Andrew Nibouar - Chicago IL, US
Ronald P. Sellberg - Naperville IL, US

Assignee:

TTX Company - Chicago IL

International Classification:

B61D 3/00, B61D 17/00

US Classification:

105243, 105379

Abstract:

A method of manufacturing a railcar having an enclosing superstructure which is capable of accommodating large vehicles such as semi-trucks is disclosed. The method includes the preparation of a previously used railcar or a railcar originally manufactured for another purpose and the subsequent attachment of a preferably widened superstructure applied thereto. Usable space and dimensions within the superstructure enclosure are maximized by the use of shallow weight bearing side structures, large top chords, stabilizing door headers, an extension of the railcar deck and thin end doors. Railcar accessories are accommodated within the interior of the superstructure such that minimal useful space is used.

Top Chord Stiffener For Enclosed Railcar

US Patent:

2010018, Jul 22, 2010

Filed:

Dec 30, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/649916

Inventors:

Richard W. Dawson - Naperville IL, US
Ronald P. Sellberg - Naperville IL, US
Frank Andrew Nibouar - Chicago IL, US

International Classification:

B61D 17/12

US Classification:

52 53

Abstract:

A superstructure for a railcar comprising at least a first side assembly, a roof extending from the first side assembly and being comprised of at least a first top chord extending inwardly and upwardly from the first side assembly and a first top chord stiffener comprised of at least a first leg and a second leg. The first and second legs are disposed at a right angle to each other, and the first top chord stiffener is attached to the first top chord and the first side assembly.

Draw Bar Connection Having A Relatively Rigid Filling Member To Allow About One Half Inch Of Travel

US Patent:

5360125, Nov 1, 1994

Filed:

Jul 30, 1993

Appl. No.:

8/099777

Inventors:

Richard W. Dawson - Naperville IL
Ronald P. Sellberg - Naperville IL
Richard P. Yeates - Aurora IL

Assignee:

TTX Company - Chicago IL

International Classification:

B61G 900

US Classification:

213 62R

Abstract:

An improved drawbar connection for railroad cars reduces slack between cars and results in improved train handling. The drawbar connection fits in a standard draft gear pocket and utilizes a standard yoke, standard follower and standard coupler pin, thereby permitting the application of drawbars with minimal structural modification to cars originally equipped with conventional couplers. The usual draft gear is replaced by a filler which is relatively rigid. The filler includes a follower block, a wedge, a filler block and may include a mini-draft gear having a maximum travel of about one-half inch.

Multi-Fold Doors For Enclosed Railcars

US Patent:

7802525, Sep 28, 2010

Filed:

Jan 24, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/019078

Inventors:

Richard W. Dawson - Naperville IL, US
Ronald P. Sellberg - Naperville IL, US
Frank Andrew Nibouar - Chicago IL, US

Assignee:

TTX Company - Chicago IL

International Classification:

B61D 3/00, B61D 17/00

US Classification:

105243, 105379

Abstract:

A multi-fold door for an enclosed railcar comprising a first panel, a second panel and a third panel is disclosed. The first panel is pivotally attached to the second panel at an edge of each panel and the third panel is pivotally attached to the second panel at an edge of each panel. A posterior edge of the first panel is attached to a corner post of an end of the enclosed railcar by hinges that are positioned externally to the enclosed railcar.

Articulated Flat Car

US Patent:

4947760, Aug 14, 1990

Filed:

Aug 15, 1989

Appl. No.:

7/394285

Inventors:

Richard W. Dawson - Naperville IL
Ronald P. Sellberg - Naperville IL

Assignee:

Trailer Train Company - Chicago IL

International Classification:

B61D 1700, B60P 340, B60P 164

US Classification:

105 03

Abstract:

An articulated railroad flat car for single-level loading of containers has five units or platforms. End trucks are disposed at the ends of the two end units and four shared trucks are disposed intermediate the five units at articulated connections between the units. Each unit has a center sill with bolsters at either end mounting outer container retention devices. Alternate units further include intermediate cross-bearers, with intermediate container retention devices mounted on the cross-bearer. This arrangement allows loading of full length containers (40, 45 or 48 feet in length) on each unit and either full length or 20 foot containers on alternative units. A container floor safety system includes a plurality of cross-ties connected to the center sill with longitudinal stringers fastened to the outer ends of the cross-ties. The container floor safety system prevents container lading from falling to the track in the event of a container floor failure.