Patents by Inventor John A. Mesolella

John A. Mesolella 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).

  • Constraint system for parallel cantilever shafts
    Patent number: 5553965
    Abstract: Cantilever shafts (34, 40) support bearing assemblies (54, 56) over which is mounted a tuned compliance or constraint member (92) including flexure members (102, 104, 106) which minimize deflection of the shafts and improve operation of associated rotary tools (18, 20). An improved lock nut (70-86) permits precise installation of the bearing assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 10, 1996
    Assignee: Eastman Kodak Company
    Inventors: Fred M. Fuss, John A. Mesolella
  • Lock nut
    Patent number: 5529450
    Abstract: Cantilever shafts (34, 40) support bearing assemblies (54, 56). An improved lock nut (70-86) permits precise installation of the bearing assemblies, to improve operation of associated rotary tools (18, 20).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 25, 1996
    Assignee: Eastman Kodak Company
    Inventor: John A. Mesolella