Patents by Inventor Cesar Herbias

Cesar Herbias 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).

  • Fusible link with non-mechanically linked tab description
    Patent number: 6160471
    Abstract: The invention is a fusible link-containing structure for an electrical fuse. The structure includes an metallic or other conductive element having a fusible link. The structure further includes at least one arc-quenching tab secured to the metallic element, and that tab may be secured to the metallic element at a position spaced apart from the fusible link. The tab or tabs are secured to the metallic element without rivets or other mechanical fasteners. For example, a lamination process may be used.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2000
    Assignee: Littlelfuse, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew M. Rybka, Cesar Herbias
  • Class L fuse
    Patent number: 5245308
    Abstract: A Class L fuse comprises a pair of conductive elements at the opposite ends of the fuse. A fusible element is secured to and makes electrical contact with each of the conductive elements. A generally cylindrical housing encloses the fusible element. Finally, an insulating, free-flowing arc barrier-forming body or sealant is disposed within the housing. In particular, the arc barrier-forming body or sealant is disposed between a portion of the fusible element and each of the conductive elements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 1992
    Date of Patent: September 14, 1993
    Assignee: Littelfuse, Inc.
    Inventor: Cesar Herbias