Timothy J Linder

Title: Timothy J. Linder: Utility Vehicle Roof Panel Inventor

Introduction

Timothy J. Linder is an inventor associated with Morton, Illinois, and Caterpillar Inc. His patent work includes a stamped roof panel designed for a utility vehicle cab.

Latest Patents

Linder is credited with 1 patent, titled “Stamped Roof Panel for a Utility Vehicle Cab.” The invention describes a stamped roof panel with a base portion and an upwardly extending protrusion around its perimeter. Drainage gaps in the protrusion help manage water, while its generally U-shaped cross-section includes a first leg, a bight portion, and a second leg that extends downward. The second leg may extend below the base portion and the top edge of the cab’s wall panels. The design may also include a raised panel positioned above the base portion.

Career Highlights

Linder’s patent reflects work on vehicle cab construction, with attention to roof-panel geometry and drainage. His association with Caterpillar Inc. connects this invention to the company’s work in utility vehicles and related equipment.

Collaborations

Linder’s listed coworkers include Mark Wayne Hammerton and Sean Alan Randleman. The available information identifies them as coworkers but does not specify their roles in the patent.

Conclusion

Timothy J. Linder’s patented roof-panel design combines a perimeter structure and drainage features for a utility vehicle cab, representing his documented contribution to vehicle engineering.