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Bristol, TN, United States of America

Randall Walter Ojanen

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Cutting Tool Technology. Top assignees: Kennametal Inc., Gte Products Corporation, Rogers Tool Works, Inc.. Active years: 1982-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Randall Walter Ojanen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/randall-walter-ojanen

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 24 

% Patents Active = 87.5


Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.2

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 974(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Bristol, VA (US) (1982 - 1985)
  • Bristol, TN (US) (1988 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 1,584 
 
Kennametal Inc.
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 1,770 
 
Gte Products Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 14 
 
Rogers Tool Works, Inc.
 patents
4. 2 out of 90 
 
Valenite, Inc.
 patents
5. 1 out of 1 
 
American Carbide Tools Innovations, LLC
 patent
6. 1 out of 52,369 
 
General Electric Company
 patents
7. 1 out of 95 
 
Gte Valenite Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1982-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Cutting Tool
Rotatable Bit
Mining Bit
Retention Scheme
Cutter Bit
Tool Holder
Superhard Material
Offset Apex
Cold-Formed Tool
Carbide Inserts
Three-Finned Point
Variable Rake
24 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. D844684 - Rotatable cutting bit (2019-04-02),
2. 9702251 - Cutting tool assembly including retainer sleeve with retention member (2017-07-11),
3. 9074471 - Insert with offset apex for a cutter bit and a cutter bit having the same (2015-07-07),
4. D659529 - Washer (2012-05-15),
5. 7959234 - Rotatable cutting tool with superhard cutting member (2011-06-14),
6. 7458646 - Rotatable cutting tool and cutting tool body (2008-12-02),
7. 7413257 - Rotatable cutting tool with reverse tapered body (2008-08-19),
8. 7380888 - Rotatable cutting tool having retainer with dimples (2008-06-03),
9. 7360845 - Cold-formed rotatable cutting tool and method of making the same (2008-04-22),
10. 6478383 - Rotatable cutting tool-tool holder assembly (2002-11-12),
11. 6375272 - Rotatable cutting tool insert (2002-04-23),
12. D387072 - Three-finned point attack mining bit (1997-12-02),
13. 5529384 - Bit holder block and cutter bit therefor (1996-06-25),
14. 5503463 - Retainer scheme for cutting tool (1996-04-02),
15. 5303984 - Cutting bit holder sleeve with retaining flange (1994-04-19),

Title: Innovations and Contributions of Randall Walter Ojanen

Introduction: Randall Walter Ojanen, based in Bristol, TN, is a prolific inventor who holds an impressive portfolio of 24 patents. His innovative spirit and technical expertise have made significant contributions to the field of cutting tools and assemblies.

Latest Patents: Ojanen's most recent inventions include a "Rotatable Cutting Bit" and a "Cutting Tool Assembly Including Retainer Sleeve with Retention Member." The cutting tool assembly features a holder with a front face that defines a longitudinal bore extending at least partially through it. Additionally, it includes a cutting tool with a head, shank, and collar portion, along with a retainer sleeve configured for removable reception in the holder's bore and an outwardly biasing retention member that cooperates with the holder.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Ojanen has made noteworthy advancements while working with respected companies such as Kennametal Inc. and GTE Products Corporation. His innovative work in these organizations has helped to shape modern cutting tool technology.

Collaborations: Ojanen has had the opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals such as Don C. Rowlett and Kirk E. Webb. These partnerships have contributed to the success of his projects and the development of cutting-edge inventions.

Conclusion: Randall Walter Ojanen's contributions to the field of cutting tools are remarkable, with 24 patents showcasing his dedication to innovation. His work not only reflects his expertise but also serves as an inspiration for other inventors in the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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