TODD STUART SMITH
Pilots at Lightning Rdg Run, Fort Wayne, IN
License number
Indiana A5039297
Issued Date
Nov 2015
Expiration Date
Nov 2017
Category
Airmen
Type
Authorized Aircraft Instructor
Address
Address
14510 Lightning Ridge Run, Fort Wayne, IN 46814
Personal information
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Address
Phone
501 Tucker St, Salem, IN 47167
5020 N 320 W, Huntington, IN 46750
936 Elm St, Huntington, IN 46750
Professional information
Cutter Blade With Integral Coolant Passages
US Patent:
6634835, Oct 21, 2003
Filed:
Jun 20, 2001
Appl. No.:
09/883960
Inventors:
Todd A Smith - Fort Wayne IN
Assignee:
Torque-Traction Technologies Inc. - Holland OH
International Classification:
B23P 1528
US Classification:
407 11, 407 21
Abstract:
A hob type cutter blade for use in a hobbing process. The cutter blade is formed with at least one cooling passage that permits the flow of coolant through the cutter blade to the contact surface reducing the heat generation as well as dissipating any heat already produced during the hobbing operation. During manufacturing, the cooling passage is sintered into the carbide cutter blade without the addition of separate operation.
Method For Molding A Cross-Linked Preform
US Patent:
6627141, Sep 30, 2003
Filed:
May 15, 2001
Appl. No.:
09/855794
Inventors:
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN
Todd Smith - Fort Wayne IN
Todd Smith - Fort Wayne IN
Assignee:
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. - Warsaw IN
International Classification:
B29C 3508
US Classification:
264488, 264322, 264494
Abstract:
A method for forming a plastic prosthesis bearing, net-shape bearing or near net-shape bearing is provided. The method includes providing a cross-linked plastic resin preform in a volume sufficient to accommodate the bearing and molding the cross-linked preform. The molding is accomplished by applying heat and pressure to form the preform into a desired solid plastic shape. The heating and pressure is sufficient to melt the plastic resin so that the plastic resin flows under pressure and quench remaining free-radicals.
Oriented, Cross-Linked Uhmwpe Molding For Orthopaedic Applications
US Patent:
6818172, Nov 16, 2004
Filed:
Sep 24, 2001
Appl. No.:
09/961842
Inventors:
Richard King - Warsaw IN
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN
Robert Richard - Wrentham MA
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN
Robert Richard - Wrentham MA
Assignee:
DePuy Products, Inc. - Warsaw IN
International Classification:
B29C 3508
US Classification:
264479, 264237, 264294, 264320, 264322, 264488
Abstract:
A process for forming an oriented orthopaedic implant prosthesis bearing, net-shape bearing, or near net-shape bearing includes the step of placing an irradiated UHMWPE preform or puck of a volume sufficient to accommodate the bearing in a compression mold and compression molding the irradiated preform. The molding is accomplished by applying heat and pressure to form the preform into a desired shape. The compression molding induces biaxial orientation in the formed bearing.
Composite Prosthetic Bearing Constructed Of Polyethylene And An Ethylene-Acrylate Copolymer And Method For Making The Same
US Patent:
7186364, Mar 6, 2007
Filed:
Jan 28, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/058508
Inventors:
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
Assignee:
DePuy Products, Inc. - Warsaw IN
International Classification:
B29C 65/00
US Classification:
264241, 264320, 264325
Abstract:
An implantable prosthetic bearing is constructed of a composite material having a first layer and second layer. The first layer has an articulating surface defined therein, whereas the second layer has a engaging surface defined therein for engaging either another prosthetic component or the bone itself. The first layer of the implantable prosthetic bearing is constructed of a polymer such as polyethylene or UHMWPE, whereas the second layer is constructed of a copolymer of ethylene and an acrylate. The ethylene portion of the copolymer provides for adhesion to the polymer of the first layer, whereas the acrylate portion of the copolymer provides for adhesion to commonly utilized bone cements. A method of making a prosthetic bearing is also disclosed.
Composite Prosthetic Bearing Having A Crosslinked Articulating Surface And Method For Making The Same
US Patent:
2011003, Feb 17, 2011
Filed:
Oct 25, 2010
Appl. No.:
12/911053
Inventors:
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
International Classification:
B05D 3/06
US Classification:
427 226
Abstract:
An implantable prosthetic bearing is constructed of a composite material having a first layer and second layer. The first layer has an articulating surface defined therein, whereas the second layer has a engaging surface defined therein for engaging either another prosthetic component or the bone itself. The first layer of the implantable prosthetic bearing is constructed of crosslinked polymer such as Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene, whereas the second layer of the implantable prosthetic bearing is constructed of polymer such as Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene that is either non-crosslinked or crosslinked to a lesser degree than the first layer. In such a manner, the first layer possesses mechanical properties which are advantageous in regard to the articulating surface (e.g., enhanced wear and oxidation resistance), whereas the second layer possesses mechanical properties which are advantageous in regard to the engaging surface (e.g., high ductility, toughness, and creep resistance). A method of making a prosthetic bearing is also disclosed.
Axle Assembly Bearing Positioning And Preload Adjustment Tool And Method Of Implementing Same
US Patent:
2007011, May 17, 2007
Filed:
Oct 19, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/583132
Inventors:
Todd Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
International Classification:
F16H 48/06
US Classification:
475230000
Abstract:
An axle assembly bearing preload positioning and load adjustment device and associated method. A differential case is rotatably supported in a housing by a pair of bearing assemblies. A pair of threaded adjusters having a substantially cylindrical body are each disposed within and threadingly engage the housing for selectively positioning the case relative to the housing. The adjusters each include gear teeth for engaging a rotatable tool to facilitate both position a and bearing preload. The threaded adjusters are simultaneously adjustable to provide for either selective positioning of the differential case relative to the housing or establishing a preload to said bearing assemblies. The tool head may be automatically controlled with an electronically controlled indexing machine.
Method For Molding A Cross-Linked Preform
US Patent:
6245276, Jun 12, 2001
Filed:
Jun 8, 1999
Appl. No.:
9/327666
Inventors:
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN
Todd Smith - Fort Wayne IN
Todd Smith - Fort Wayne IN
Assignee:
DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. - Warsaw IN
International Classification:
B29C 4302
US Classification:
264322
Abstract:
A method for forming a plastic prosthesis bearing, net-shape bearing or near net-shape bearing is provided. The method includes providing a cross-linked plastic resin preform in a volume sufficient to accommodate the bearing and molding the cross-linked preform. The molding is accomplished by applying heat and pressure to form the preform into a desired solid plastic shape. The heating and pressure is sufficient to melt the plastic resin so that the plastic resin flows under pressure and quench remaining free-radicals.
Crosslinked Polymeric Composite For Orthopaedic Implants
US Patent:
2004026, Dec 30, 2004
Filed:
Jun 30, 2003
Appl. No.:
10/610161
Inventors:
Todd Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Donald McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Donald McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
International Classification:
B29C031/00
US Classification:
264/259000
Abstract:
An implantable orthopaedic device having a bearing component made from a crosslinked polymeric material which is substantially free of free radicals and a backing component having a plurality of pores defined therein, the bearing component (i) is made from a material that has a greater modulus of elasticity than the bearing component and (ii) is attached to the polymeric bearing component by a mass of the crosslinked polymeric material interdigitated within the pores of the backing component. An associated method of preparing an implantable orthopaedic device.
Crosslinked Polymeric Composite For Orthopaedic Implants
US Patent:
2008017, Jul 31, 2008
Filed:
Mar 20, 2008
Appl. No.:
12/052404
Inventors:
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Donald E. McNulty - Warsaw IN, US
International Classification:
B29C 65/40
US Classification:
156293
Abstract:
An implantable orthopaedic device having a bearing component made from a crosslinked polymeric material which is substantially free of free radicals and a backing component having a plurality of pores defined therein, the bearing component (i) is made from a material that has a greater modulus of elasticity than the bearing component and (ii) is attached to the polymeric bearing component by a mass of the crosslinked polymeric material interdigitated within the pores of the backing component. An associated method of preparing an implantable orthopaedic device.
Orthopaedic Bearing And Method For Making The Same
US Patent:
7879275, Feb 1, 2011
Filed:
Dec 30, 2004
Appl. No.:
11/027662
Inventors:
Todd S. Smith - Fort Wayne IN, US
Mark D. Hanes - Winona Lake IN, US
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Mark D. Hanes - Winona Lake IN, US
Richard King - Warsaw IN, US
Assignee:
DePuy Products, Inc. - Warsaw IN
International Classification:
B29C 43/20
US Classification:
264248, 264250, 264254, 264320, 264275, 264267, 264266
Abstract:
An orthopaedic bearing includes a ceramic component having a polymer composite secured thereto. A method of making an orthopaedic bearing is also disclosed.