This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Conoco Inc.. Active years: 1993.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1993
Title: Ricky W. Kitchell and the Breakaway Coupling Device
Introduction
Ricky W. Kitchell is an inventor associated with Ponca City, Oklahoma, and Conoco Inc. His patent work includes a breakaway coupling designed to disconnect connected elements when tension exceeds a predetermined load.
Latest Patents
Kitchell is credited with 1 patent, titled “Breakaway Coupling Device.” The invention uses an inner sleeve that slides within an outer sleeve, with a frangible member connecting the two. When the applied stress reaches a specified level, the member breaks, allowing the sleeves and attached elements to separate.
The coupling also provides longitudinal passages for wire cables, gases, fluids, or mechanical linkages. O-ring seals can help protect these passages from moisture and external contaminants. The design aims to offer a simple, economical way to disconnect a connection under excessive tension.
Career Highlights
Kitchell’s documented patent contribution focuses on a practical coupling mechanism with a defined breakaway threshold. The patent identifies Conoco Inc. as his company affiliation.
Collaborations
Larry L. Newlin is identified as Kitchell’s coworker. The available information does not specify whether Newlin collaborated on the patent.
Conclusion
Ricky W. Kitchell’s patented breakaway coupling combines a frangible release mechanism with passages for utilities or mechanical connections, providing a controlled way to separate connected elements under excessive tension.
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