Patents by Inventor Bernard C. White

Bernard C. White has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 4788785
    Abstract: A foldable firearm stock for use with a grenade launcher or other weapon. A hinged butt portion, when moved into the folded configuration releases the lock permitting the stock frame to pivot from an extended position to a storage position above and aligned with the weapon barrel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 1987
    Date of Patent: December 6, 1988
    Assignee: Napco Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Bernard C. White
  • Patent number: 4689911
    Abstract: A grenade launcher and attachment for use on an infantry weapon, such as a rifle. The launcher fires grenades of the type which have a hollow tubular rear chamber slidably mounted on a guide rod and a piston head fitted into the bore of the chamber to seal an explosive charge therein and form an extensible explosion chamber. Locking elements for silently installing the grenade launcher without the use of complex tools are provided. Recoil buffering or compensation is provided to minimize the perceived recoil when grenades or other projectiles are launched from a shoulder held firing position. A detent is provided to secure projectiles on the guide tube until they are fired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 1984
    Date of Patent: September 1, 1987
    Assignee: Napco Industries, Inc.
    Inventor: Bernard C. White
  • Patent number: 4563937
    Abstract: A fully gas actuated pistol comprising a frame assembly adapted to fixedly receive a barrel assembly and slidably receive a bolt carrier assembly is disclosed. The barrel assembly is supported and locked at both its muzzle and breach ends. The pistol provides increased bullet velocity, reduced recoil and improved accuracy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 1983
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1986
    Assignee: Magnum Research, Inc.
    Inventor: Bernard C. White