Patents by Inventor Charles D. Peterson, Jr.

Charles D. Peterson, Jr. 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: 5079962
    Abstract: A split valve pressure test plug is provided for high pressure fluid systems to sense pressure or temperature by means of a test probe and gauge. The test probe is inserted within split valve resilient valve core members in the test plug. The split valve core members are separable and are interfitted in a male-female relationship to provide for improved sealing upon removal of the test probe. A retainer strap is further provided which retains a cap for the test plug, permits use of a wrench without interference and acts as a sealing ring in addition to a separate gasket when the cap is tightened.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 1990
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1992
    Inventor: Charles D. Peterson, Jr.
  • Patent number: 4927305
    Abstract: A fastener and tightening device for exerting force and equalization of force upon the nut or head of a bolt or threaded stud. The device is comprised of a shank fitting through a support member within an abutment head adapted to be drawn up tight against the support member. A plurality of jack bolts are threadedly engageable with holes in the head and are adapted to be tightened to exert pressure against the support member. Separate ball members are positioned between the jack bolts and a wear plate on the support member to minimize friction and provide for force equalization to counteract any off center alignment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 1988
    Date of Patent: May 22, 1990
    Inventor: Charles D. Peterson, Jr.