WILLIAM J SMITH
Engineering in Hoffman Estates, IL
License number
Massachusetts 40376
Issued Date
Dec 18, 1997
Expiration Date
Jun 30, 2010
Type
Environmental Engineer
Address
Address
Hoffman Estates, IL 60123
Professional information
Friction Type Torque-Limiting Clutch Brake Which Splits Into Halves For Easy Replacement
US Patent:
5415256, May 16, 1995
Filed:
Oct 12, 1993
Appl. No.:
8/134931
Inventors:
Peter J. Weigand - Glenview IL
William A. Smith - Hoffman Estates IL
Thomas A. Kay - Schaumburg IL
Hugh R. Harris - Libertyville IL
William A. Smith - Hoffman Estates IL
Thomas A. Kay - Schaumburg IL
Hugh R. Harris - Libertyville IL
Assignee:
Diebel Manufacturing Co. - Morton Grove IL
International Classification:
F16D 6702
US Classification:
192 13R
Abstract:
A torque-limiting clutch brake is provided that has an inner collar which splines to a transmission gearbox input shaft. An intermediate coupling member fits around and engages the inner collar. A friction generating resilient wave washer is disposed between the intermediate coupling member and an outer housing. The outer housing includes two covers, within which the components are contained and the resilient wave washer is partially compressed. Friction generated by the resilient wave washer conditionally couples the outer housing to the intermediate coupling member and inner collar until torque on the device exceeds a certain threshold, at which point the clutch brake slips to prevent damage. The components are made up of separable semicircular sections which can be split apart to facilitate removal and installation of the clutch brake without lowering and disassembling the vehicle transmission. The outer housing is hinged at one end and has a clamping bolt at the other end for securing the unit around a gear box input shaft.
Pneumatic Ball Propulsion Apparatus
US Patent:
2003010, Jun 5, 2003
Filed:
Mar 4, 2002
Appl. No.:
10/091126
Inventors:
William Smith - Barrington IL, US
William Holke - Barrington IL, US
William Holke - Barrington IL, US
International Classification:
F41B011/00
US Classification:
124/069000, 124/071000
Abstract:
An apparatus that propels a ball pneumatically is provided with an adapter for imparting spin to the ball. In a further aspect, the apparatus can be provided with a position adjuster that cooperates with a ball exit tube of the apparatus. A further aspect is directed to a platform that allows the apparatus to be supported on a ladder-like device. A pneumatic projectile propulsion apparatus is capable of achieving high speed with a simple and practical structure.
Screwdriver
US Patent:
4212336, Jul 15, 1980
Filed:
Jul 24, 1978
Appl. No.:
5/927465
Inventors:
William C. Smith - Barrington IL
International Classification:
B25G 100
US Classification:
145 61L
Abstract:
An improved screwdriver includes a well at the top of the handle adapted to receive a torque producing socket wrench drive and couple the torque producing drive directly to the shank of the screwdriver. In one embodiment, the well is defined as a square cross-section opening, adapted to receive the drive stud of a conventional socket wrench drive. In another embodiment the screwdriver shank, adapted to receive a standard socket wrench, extends into the well.
Hand Drive Tool
US Patent:
4356852, Nov 2, 1982
Filed:
Jul 14, 1980
Appl. No.:
6/168548
Inventors:
William C. Smith - Barrington IL
Assignee:
Innovative Tool Corporation - Houston TX
International Classification:
B25G 100
US Classification:
145 61L
Abstract:
An improved hand tool includes a well at the top of the handle into which the upper end of the shank extends. The well is adapted to receive a torque producing socket wrench drive which engages the shank in order to transmit the torque producing drive directly to the tip of the hand drive tool. In the preferred embodiment the shank which extends into a well has a hexagonal cross-section and is adapted to cooperate with a standard socket wrench. Tips of various configuration may be employed.