Patents by Inventor Michael J. Van De Voort

Michael J. Van De Voort 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).

  • Stepped wear indicator for a radial compressor
    Patent number: 5879146
    Abstract: The invention includes a wear indicator for a radially extensible vane compressor. The indicator is an elongate member having two longitudinal sections with a step inbetween. The step catches on a mating step formed in the compressor rotor when it is good and does not catch on the mating step when it is bad (i.e., worn). A repair person can test the wear of the indicator merely by attempting to withdraw the indicator. If it is removed it is worn, and if it is not removable, it is acceptable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 9, 1999
    Assignee: Delaware Capital Formation, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael J. Van De Voort, Stephan B. Meydell, III