This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Deere & Company. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Innovations of Shannon N Oddo
Introduction
Shannon N Oddo is an accomplished inventor based in Garner, NC (US). She has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle technology, particularly in the area of differential locks for independent wheel motors. Her innovative approach has led to the development of a patent that enhances vehicle control and performance.
Latest Patents
Shannon holds a patent for a "Differential lock for independent wheel motors." This invention discloses various implementations of devices, systems, and methods related to a differential lock for independent traction wheels. The vehicle designed under this patent includes first and second traction wheels, a speed input, a steering input, and a differential lock input. The vehicle control unit is equipped with memory and a processor that commands differential speeds based on speed and direction information. It also detects differential lock requests and commands equal speeds during lock requests. The control unit can limit vehicle speed during lock periods and detect requests to stop the differential lock.
Career Highlights
Shannon is currently employed at Deere & Company, where she continues to innovate and develop new technologies. Her work focuses on improving vehicle performance and safety through advanced engineering solutions.
Collaborations
Shannon collaborates with her coworker, Thirumal Appaian Palanisamy, to further enhance their projects and drive innovation within their team.
Conclusion
Shannon N Oddo's contributions to vehicle technology through her patent on differential locks demonstrate her commitment to innovation and excellence in engineering. Her work at Deere & Company continues to pave the way for advancements in vehicle control systems.