Patents by Inventor Catherine J. Swindeman

Catherine J. Swindeman 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).

  • Method for forming an abrasive surface on a tool
    Patent number: 6004362
    Abstract: A method for fabricating a tool used in cutting, grinding and machining operations, is provided. The method is used to deposit a mixture comprising an abrasive material and a bonding material on a tool surface. The materials are propelled toward the receiving surface of the tool substrate using a thermal spray process. The thermal spray process melts the bonding material portion of the mixture, but not the abrasive material. Upon impacting the tool surface, the mixture or composition solidifies to form a hard abrasive tool coating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 21, 1999
    Assignees: Lockheed Martin Energy Systems, Lockheed Martin Energy Research Corp.
    Inventors: Roland D. Seals, Rickey L. White, Catherine J. Swindeman, W. Keith Kahl