Patents by Inventor Gregory B. Minnick

Gregory B. Minnick 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).

  • Self tuning tail piece for string instruments
    Patent number: 4584923
    Abstract: An automatic tuning device for guitars and string instruments in general having a string tensioning mechanism adapted to vary the tension of the strings from the tail piece in response to the differences detected between the reference signals and the string signal produced. A reversible D.C. motor provides the rotational motion that is translated into a proportional linear motion that is used to either pull or release each one of the strings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 1985
    Date of Patent: April 29, 1986
    Inventor: Gregory B. Minnick