Patents by Inventor James M. Kane
James M. Kane 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).
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Patent number: 6646219Abstract: A tube clamping assembly comprising a first portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base, and a second portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base. The first and second portions are coupled to each other such that the portions may be adjusted relative each other. In another embodiment, the invention is a tube clamping assembly comprising a base, and a first movable clamp arm and a first stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween. The tube clamping assembly further comprises a second movable clamp arm and a second stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween, wherein at least one of the stationary clamp arms is removably coupled to the base.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2001Date of Patent: November 11, 2003Assignee: Swagelok CompanyInventors: James M. Kane, Ronald K. Fisher
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Patent number: 6609447Abstract: A facing tool includes a fixture that securely holds a workpiece, and a fixture retainer that secures the fixture and workpiece against axial and radial movement during a facing operation. In one embodiment, the fixture includes a two piece construction that allows a first piece to be swung away from the second piece to accommodate a variety of sizes of workpieces. Provision is also made for a positive load on the cutting tool to reduce or eliminate tool vibration, as well as a chip shield that deflects debris away from the workpiece. A tool spindle is provided that allows for a plurality of cutting tool positions on the spindle to accommodate different workpiece diameters.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2002Date of Patent: August 26, 2003Assignee: Swagelok CompanyInventors: Charles N. Richards, Ronald K. Fisher, Jr., James M. Kane
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Publication number: 20030000353Abstract: A facing tool includes a fixture that securely holds a workpiece, and a fixture retainer that secures the fixture and workpiece against axial and radial movement during a facing operation. In one embodiment, the fixture includes a two piece construction that allows a first piece to be swung away from the second piece to accommodate a variety of sizes of workpieces. Provision is also made for a positive load on the cutting tool to reduce or eliminate tool vibration, as well as a chip shield that deflects debris away from the workpiece. A tool spindle is provided that allows for a plurality of cutting tool positions on the spindle to accommodate different workpiece diameters.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2002Publication date: January 2, 2003Inventors: Charles N. Richards, Ronald K. Fisher, James M. Kane
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Patent number: 6460438Abstract: A facing tool includes a fixture that securely holds a workpiece, and a fixture retainer that secures the fixture and workpiece against axial and radial movement during a facing operation. In one embodiment, the fixture includes a two piece construction that allows a first piece to be swung away from the second piece to accommodate a variety of sizes of workpieces. Provision is also made for a positive load on the cutting tool to reduce or eliminate tool vibration, as well as a chip shield that deflects debris away from the workpiece. A tool spindle is provided that allows for a plurality of cutting tool positions on the spindle to accommodate different workpiece diameters.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 1999Date of Patent: October 8, 2002Assignee: Swagelok CompanyInventors: Charles N. Richards, Ronald K. Fisher, Jr., James M. Kane
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Publication number: 20020100795Abstract: A tube clamping assembly comprising a first portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base, and a second portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base. The first and second portions are coupled to each other such that the portions may be adjusted relative each other. In another embodiment, the invention is a tube clamping assembly comprising a base, and a first movable clamp arm and a first stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween. The tube clamping assembly further comprises a second movable clamp arm and a second stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween, wherein at least one of the stationary clamp arms is removably coupled to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2001Publication date: August 1, 2002Inventors: James M. Kane, Ronald K. Fisher
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Patent number: 6355899Abstract: A tube clamping assembly comprising a first portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base, and a second portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base. The first and second portions are coupled to each other such that the portions may be adjusted relative each other. In another embodiment, the invention is a tube clamping assembly comprising a base, and a first movable clamp arm and a first stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween. The tube clamping assembly further comprises a second movable clamp arm and a second stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween, wherein at least one of the stationary clamp arms is removably coupled to the base.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 1998Date of Patent: March 12, 2002Assignee: Swagelok CompanyInventors: James M. Kane, Ronald K. Fisher
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Patent number: 6325366Abstract: A tube clamping assembly comprising a first portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base, and a second portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base. The first and second portions are coupled to each other such that the portions may be adjusted relative each other. In another embodiment, the invention is a tube clamping assembly comprising a base, and a first movable clamp arm and a first stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween. The tube clamping assembly further comprises a second movable clamp arm and a second stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween, wherein at least one of the stationary clamp arms is removably coupled to the base.Type: GrantFiled: October 28, 1999Date of Patent: December 4, 2001Assignee: Swagelok CompanyInventors: James M. Kane, Ronald K. Fisher
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Publication number: 20010045448Abstract: A tube clamping assembly comprising a first portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base, and a second portion having a base and a clamping device carried on the base. The first and second portions are coupled to each other such that the portions may be adjusted relative each other. In another embodiment, the invention is a tube clamping assembly comprising a base, and a first movable clamp arm and a first stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween. The tube clamping assembly further comprises a second movable clamp arm and a second stationary clamp arm coupled to the base for gripping a cylindrical workpiece therebetween, wherein at least one of the stationary clamp arms is removably coupled to the base.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2001Publication date: November 29, 2001Inventors: James M. Kane, Ronald K. Fisher
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Publication number: 20010001934Abstract: A facing tool includes a fixture that securely holds a workpiece, and a fixture retainer that secures the fixture and workpiece against axial and radial movement during a facing operation. In one embodiment, the fixture includes a two piece construction that allows a first piece to be swung away from the second piece to accommodate a variety of sizes of workpieces. Provision is also made for a positive load on the cutting tool to reduce or eliminate tool vibration, as well as a chip shield that deflects debris away from the workpiece. A tool spindle is provided that allows for a plurality of cutting tool positions on the spindle to accommodate different workpiece diameters.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 1999Publication date: May 31, 2001Inventors: CHARLES N. RICHARDS, RONALD K. FISHER, JAMES M. KANE
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Patent number: 5844190Abstract: An orbital welding apparatus (B) comprises a modular weld head apparatus (10) including a rotor assembly (20) which carries a welding electrode (26). The rotor assembly is rotated about an axis for welding abutting ends of tubular members positioned in alignment on the axis. The rotor assembly includes a C-shaped insulating rotor member (22) which has teeth (28) disposed around an outside periphery thereof. The insulating rotor member is configured to receive an electrically conductive member (24). The conductive member is insulated by the rotor member to reduce arcing from the conductive member to other components. A drive assembly (98) within the weld head assembly engages the insulating rotor member to rotate the rotor assembly about the axis during welding.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 1996Date of Patent: December 1, 1998Assignee: Cajon CompanyInventors: Ernest A. Benway, James M. Kane, Charles N. Richards