Donald L Coddens

US Patent:

7383666, Jun 10, 2008

Filed:

Apr 22, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/420306

Inventors:

Donald L Coddens - South Bend IN, US

Assignee:

Therm-O-Lite - South Bend IN

International Classification:

E06B 3/964

US Classification:

5220462, 5220472, 52 1, 52208, 52770, 52DIG 4, 49504

Abstract:

A blast-resistant window assembly is provided. The assembly has a window, and first and second brackets. The window is fitted within an opening having at least one wall. The first bracket has a brace located adjacent the window, and a stop located adjacent the wall. The second bracket is located adjacent the wall and is configured to receive the stop. During an explosion, force created therefrom causes the window to engage the brace of the first bracket to cause the stop of the same to be received by the second bracket.

US Patent:

8151525, Apr 10, 2012

Filed:

Jun 9, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/135770

Inventors:

Donald L Coddens - South Bend IN, US

International Classification:

E06B 3/964

US Classification:

5220462, 5220472, 52 1, 52208, 52770, 52DIG 4, 49504

Abstract:

A blast-resistant window assembly is provided. The assembly has a window, and first and second brackets. The window is fitted within an opening having at least one wall. The first bracket has a brace located adjacent the window, and a stop located adjacent the wall. The second bracket is located adjacent the wall and is configured to receive the stop. During an explosion, force created therefrom causes the window to engage the brace of the first bracket to cause the stop of the same to be received by the second bracket.

US Patent:

8590227, Nov 26, 2013

Filed:

Apr 5, 2012

Appl. No.:

13/440393

Inventors:

Donald L. Coddens - South Bend IN, US

International Classification:

E06B 3/964

US Classification:

5220462, 5220472, 52 1, 52208, 52770, 52DIG 4, 49504

Abstract:

A blast-resistant window assembly is provided. The assembly has a window and first and second brackets. The window is fitted within an opening having at least one wall. The first bracket has a brace located adjacent the window and a stop located adjacent the wall. The second bracket is located adjacent the wall and is configured to receive the stop. During an explosion, force created therefrom causes the window to engage the brace of the first bracket to cause the stop of the same to be received by the second bracket.

US Patent:

46674411, May 26, 1987

Filed:

Apr 11, 1986

Appl. No.:

6/851127

Inventors:

Donald L. Coddens - South Bend IN

International Classification:

E05D 1506

US Classification:

49404

Abstract:

A sliding storm door assembly which includes peripheral door frames each encasing a glazing panel. Each door frame is constructed of lightweight non-metallic material and includes rigid strengthening inserts fitted in the door frame vertical members.

US Patent:

49226584, May 8, 1990

Filed:

Jan 30, 1987

Appl. No.:

7/009189

Inventors:

Donald L. Coddens - South Bend IN

Assignee:

Therm-O-Loc, Inc. - South Bend IN

International Classification:

E05D 1506

US Classification:

49458

Abstract:

A sliding door or window assembly which includes peripheral frames each encasing a glazing panel. Each frame is constructed of lightweight non-metallic material and includes rigid strengthening inserts fitted into the frame vertical members.

US Patent:

62034537, Mar 20, 2001

Filed:

Oct 20, 1998

Appl. No.:

9/175801

Inventors:

Donald L. Coddens - South Bend IN

International Classification:

A63B 6900

US Classification:

473450

Abstract:

A basketball training device includes a variety of straps and loops for controlling and training a user's shooting form. One embodiment of the invention generally includes a strap encircling the user's body, a pair of loops encircling the user's fingers and a second strap connecting the loops to the first strap. Another embodiment includes a first strap encircling the user's body, a second strap encircling the user's wrist, and a third strap encircling a portion of the user'arm. A restraint runs through a guide on the second strap and is connected to the first and third straps. In another embodiment, a substantially rigid plate is secured to the arm of the nondominant hand of the user to limit its travel and reduce the possibility of thumbing. The embodiments may be used in combination.

US Patent:

44783663, Oct 23, 1984

Filed:

Jul 14, 1983

Appl. No.:

6/513626

Inventors:

Donald L. Coddens - South Bend IN
Paul D. Van Belle - Niles MI

International Classification:

F24F 314

US Classification:

236 44A

Abstract:

A roof cavity venting system which draws in outside air, mixes it with inside air in the roof cavity to heat the cold outside air and dehumidify the inside air, and expels the mixture into the home living quarters. The system includes exterior and interior ventilation units, a power-driven fan unit mounted in the ceiling between the living quarters and the roof cavity, and a heating element for heating the air which is drawn through the fan unit.

US Patent:

56493894, Jul 22, 1997

Filed:

Aug 9, 1993

Appl. No.:

8/104337

Inventors:

Donald Coddens - South Bend IN

Assignee:

Therm-O-Lite, Inc. - South Bend IN

International Classification:

E05D 1300

US Classification:

49419

Abstract:

An interior storm window assembly, mounted to an interior building wall over a window opening containing a prime window therein is provided, having double hung, vertically movable window pane members received within opposing, self-locating vertical channels and pivotally attached to adjustable weight balancing elements within those channels. The frame structure of the window assembly, including the peripheral rail about each window pane member and the vertical channels, is formed from plastic material, such as vinyl, having low thermal conductivity, and a rigid, reinforcing rod, preferably of metal, is inserted within the plastic rail at the bottom of each window pane member. The vertical channels apply pressure inwardly to those peripheral rails to releasably retain the window pane members in vertical orientation as well as urge the peripheral rails laterally into sealing contact with the vertical channels. An interlocking seal arrangement is also provided between the peripheral rails for further securing against air flow when the window assembly is closed. Weather stripping on the peripheral rails is biased into engagement with compressive ribs on the vertical channels, creating a tortuous air flow path therebetween.