Patents by Inventor George M. Christie

George M. Christie 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).

  • Locking device for fluid coupling
    Patent number: 5374085
    Abstract: A mechanical locking device for use with conventional quick disconnect fl coupling having a release collar on the female component spaced from a flange or nut also on the female component. Upper and lower half shells of the locking device fit between the release collar and flange to prevent inadvertent movement of the release collar. The half shells are assembled by two threaded fasteners which must be unthreaded to remove the device from the fluid coupling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1994
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: Kenneth J. Beatrice, George M. Christie
  • Fuel product
    Patent number: 4494962
    Abstract: A coal fines log comprising a composite log made of a mixture of 90 to 98% coal particles having a size of roughly 10 microns, the log also containing paper and other cellulosic fibers such as bark in the range of 2 to 10% and grounded limestone is also provided in the log to neutralize the sulfur dioxide while burning. The log is contained in a hermetically sealed polyethylene envelope, the product so-formed is readily ignited and can sustain combustion over a relatively long period of time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 1982
    Date of Patent: January 22, 1985
    Inventors: George M. Christie, James M. Holmes