Patents by Inventor Robert H. Glass

Robert H. Glass 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).

  • Patent number: 5667708
    Abstract: A laser beam deflector is useable for protecting underlying portions of an item during laser cutting of overlaying stock. The deflector has a base surface width greater than the overlying stock to be cut and a smooth deflecting surface of an arcuate cross-sectional configuration. The deflector is positionable between the overlaying stock and the underlying portions desired to be protected with the deflecting surface immediately adjacent the overlaying stock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 1996
    Date of Patent: September 16, 1997
    Assignee: Caterpillar Inc.
    Inventors: Robert H. Glass, Gordon W. Kelly