Patents by Inventor Guy W. Lynott

Guy W. Lynott 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 and apparatus for continuous throughput in a vacuum environment
    Patent number: 4812101
    Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus for continuous introduction and exit of workpieces into and out of a vacuum. A first seal is provided between the atmosphere and a first pumping station. This seal comprises compliant members positioned within cavities in a plate so that the pressure differential causes the members to push against the workpiece and the cavity wall to establish a rotating seal. A second seal may also be provided between the first pumping station and the vacuum chabmer. This seal includes compliant members mounted within a series of differentially pumped cavities and providing a low friction seal with the workpiece.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 1987
    Date of Patent: March 14, 1989
    Assignee: American Telephone and Telegraph Company, AT&T Bell Laboratories
    Inventors: Carroll H. George, Guy W. Lynott, Andrew N. Pargellis