Patents by Inventor Kim D. Riding

Kim D. Riding 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).

  • Automated diameter gauging system
    Patent number: 5383283
    Abstract: A device for measuring the diameter and circumference of a flexible circular object which includes two movable gauge pieces. The flexible circular object to be measured is place between the two gauge pieces and compressed thus forcing the object to be measured to conform to the shape of the gauge. The distance separating the gauge pieces is measured and is compared to the gap produced by a reference. The length of separation is converted to diameter and circumference measurements by appropriate means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 1992
    Date of Patent: January 24, 1995
    Assignee: Morton International, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven L. Olsen, Kim D. Riding
  • Modular encoder and switch assembly
    Patent number: 4866219
    Abstract: A modular encoder and switch assembly includes a first module containing the rotor and contact elements of an electrical encoder, and a second module that contains a switch. The two modules are axially aligned and joined together in tandem. The encoder and the switch are actuated by a common shaft that is rotatable to actuate the encoder and movable axially to actuate the switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1988
    Date of Patent: September 12, 1989
    Assignee: Bourns, Inc.
    Inventors: Kim D. Riding, James W. Betz, James E. Templeton