Patents by Inventor J. Russell Elmore

J. Russell Elmore 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).

  • Overrunning clutch retainer and roller assembly
    Patent number: 3994377
    Abstract: This novel clutch retainer and roller assembly comprises at least one plate to which are attached a plurality of circumferentially separated spring biasing tab members. Each tab extends into a completely hollow roller or a roller having a recess at at least one end. The tabs bias the rollers toward locking engagement between the clutch cam surfaces and the shaft or inner race.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 1975
    Date of Patent: November 30, 1976
    Assignee: The Torrington Company
    Inventor: J. Russell Elmore
  • Overrunning clutch and retainer
    Patent number: 3942616
    Abstract: This novel clutch retainer comprises two separated end plates. A plurality of circumferentially spaced spring tabs extend axially from each end plate toward the other end plate, the tabs biasing the clutching rollers toward locking engagement between the clutch cam surfaces and the shaft or inner race.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 1974
    Date of Patent: March 9, 1976
    Assignee: The Torrington Company
    Inventor: J. Russell Elmore