Patents Represented by Attorney Herbert C. Schulze

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  • Method and apparatus for installing steering axle pivot pins
    Patent number: 4336953
    Abstract: This is a unique method and apparatus for installing and replacing pivot pins in steering mechanisms. The method is characterized by removing existing pivot pin and bearing assemblies and replacing them with an apparatus which comprises a pivot pin and bearing assembly having a self-lubricating arrangement. This arrangement supplies lubrication through the pivot pin itself to the bearing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1980
    Date of Patent: June 29, 1982
    Inventor: Leonard J. Low
  • Combustion apparatus and method of assembly
    Patent number: 4336790
    Abstract: This is a new fireplace, which is either constructed in place or is totally prefabricated in advance and placed within a building where desired. The fireplace is particularly characterized by a pair of overlapping hollow members placed within the throat of the fireplace above the combustion chamber, wherein one of the hollow chambers receives cool air which is heated and then expelled for use, and a second chamber in which an arrangement of tubular members is embedded carrying water into the tubular arrangement for purposes of heating and then bringing the water out of the fireplace. A humidifying liquid is presented into the first chamber and an adjustment for changing the size of the throat is also provided. A method of constructing and assembling the fireplace, or combustion apparatus, in such a manner that it can be prefabricated away from the site of installation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1980
    Date of Patent: June 29, 1982
    Inventor: Gunther M. Bartsch
  • Well casing closure
    Patent number: 4334578
    Abstract: This invention is a well casing closure for closing and covering the top of a well casing extending above the surface of the ground. The invention is characterized by comprising a hollow cylindrical member closed on one end and open on the other end of such dimension as to fit over the top of the well casing and to provide a reasonably snug fit about the exterior of the casing; it is further characterized by utilizing an "O" ring or the like, for sealing between the interior of the closure and the exterior of the casing; additionally, a locking mechanism is incorporated so that the closure may be locked in place over the opening and only removed by one having a key to the lock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 1980
    Date of Patent: June 15, 1982
    Inventor: Warren W. Labrum
  • Paper slitting device
    Patent number: 4333234
    Abstract: This invention is an apparatus for slitting paper, particularly paper wrapped around rolls of coins. The apparatus is characterized by self-centering means to accommodate various sizes of rolls of coins and by the use of a knife blade to sever the rolled end of the wrapper of a roll of coins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 1980
    Date of Patent: June 8, 1982
    Inventors: Dean C. Smith, Gary F. Quinton
  • Trash can lid having securing means
    Patent number: 4320851
    Abstract: This invention is a trash can lid working in combination with a trash can wherein the lid is made to be easily removable, yet at the same time virtually completely non-removable by accident such as a trash can falling over or by purposeful attempts to remove the lid as by dogs, small children, and the like. This is accomplished by providing certain apertures in the lid aligned with the handles of the lid and the trasch can and providing cooperative loop arrangements affixed to the can and cooperative with the apertures, and with the utilization of draw bolt type apparatus on the lid which is easily cooperative with the loops so as to hold the can lid in place, but likewise, may be immediately withdrawn and held in a withdrawn position when not to be desired to firmly affixed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1981
    Date of Patent: March 23, 1982
    Inventor: Joseph D. Montoya
  • Scavenge pump
    Patent number: 4315565
    Abstract: This is a high-velocity scavenge pump and spray nozzle arrangement utilized for spraying oil onto an oil spray type clutch utilized in vehicles such as industrial trucks and the like. It is characterized by the utilization of the return fluid from an hydraulic device, such as a power steering motor, wherein a velocity block is utilized with a suction line scavenging oil from the crankcase and utilizing the oil scavenged from the return line for the clutch spray, returning the excess from the suction line to the hydraulic fluid tank which supplies the power device concerned.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 1978
    Date of Patent: February 16, 1982
    Inventor: Leonard J. Low
  • Orthopedic shoe
    Patent number: 4314412
    Abstract: This invention is an orthopedic shoe particularly characterized by special configuration, both on the portion of the shoe which is in contact with the foot and the portion which is in contact with the surface to be walked upon. It is particularly characterized by special openings with various types of removable closures to the openings to accommodate unusual problems and by removable build-up layers for foot contact. It is further characterized by rigidity and a "rocker" configuration with a fully adjustable and removable upper fastening member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 1980
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1982
    Inventors: Blair V. Anderson, Morris Feldman, Richard Jacoby
  • Universal self help aid apparatus for invalids
    Patent number: 4314576
    Abstract: This is an apparatus which has universal application for invalids who have lost much of the functioning of their limbs and other portions of their bodies such as paraplegics and the like. The apparatus is characterized by being composed of a number of tubular elements formed into a frame and having attachments of such nature that a person in a wheel chair may approach the frame and pull himself into position within the frame and with the use of various attachments about his legs and other portions of his body is able to stand, to walk and to exercise without the assistance of other persons.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 1980
    Date of Patent: February 9, 1982
    Inventor: Charles W. McGee
  • Wood brick
    Patent number: 4313775
    Abstract: This invention is a simulated brick decorative surface constructed from specially shaped and cut sections of wood. In its most preferred embodiment, the small wood sections cut across the grain of the wood and in its very best form at an angular relation to the grain other than 90 degrees resulting in a strong, relatively rigid, yet flexible, thin piece of wood which gives the appearance of being one edge of a brick.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 1979
    Date of Patent: February 2, 1982
    Inventor: Luther L. Moore
  • Tampon dispener
    Patent number: 4308974
    Abstract: This invention is a device for the discreet storage and dispensing of tampons. The device is characterized by including a storage container having a dispensing apparatus which will dispense one tampon at a time without display except when actually dispensed and wherein it is dispensed by means of an elongated member having a suitable pocket therein for said purpose. It is further characterized by being suitable to accommodate different sizes of commonly used tampons.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 1980
    Date of Patent: January 5, 1982
    Inventor: Linda M. Jones
  • Pitless connection incorporating pressure relief valve
    Patent number: 4308916
    Abstract: This invention is a pitless water well adapter which incorporates a pressure relief valve in such manner that in the event the pressure relief valve is activated it discharges directly back into the well and down the well casing rather than exterior in a different part of the system as has been customary. The invention is characterized by a pitless adapter wherein the pitless adapter has been modified so as to incorporate a pressure relief valve having an opening from which water will discharge directly within the well casing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 1979
    Date of Patent: January 5, 1982
    Inventor: Richard R. Fritz, Jr.
  • Method of treating blood during operative procedures
    Patent number: 4299705
    Abstract: This invention is a method for separating blood from other fluids added to the blood in connection with operative procedures. It is particularly exemplified by bypassing a portion of the blood during surgery through an artificial kidney apparatus or the like in conjunction with the oxygenation, simultaneously, of all blood, including that bypassed through the artificial kidney, wherein the excess fluids other than blood are removed for all practical purposes by completion of the operative procedure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 1979
    Date of Patent: November 10, 1981
    Inventor: Richard T. Russell
  • Thermal glass structure and method for forming same
    Patent number: 4295305
    Abstract: This invention is a method and apparatus for performing such method whereby ordinary single glass building elements, such as windows, doors or the like are converted to double-walled, partially evacuated, thermally insulated elements by the use of a special adaptive method and special forming method, together with special adaptive elements in combination with sealant and desiccant materials.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 1976
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1981
    Inventor: Lyle N. Shelver
  • Back scratcher
    Patent number: D260694
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1979
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1981
    Inventor: Mervin E. Mallett
  • Motorcycle carrying tray
    Patent number: D260757
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1979
    Date of Patent: September 15, 1981
    Inventors: Gerard R. Garra, Jon S. Parisena
  • Adjustable shelf support
    Patent number: D263114
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 1979
    Date of Patent: February 23, 1982
    Inventor: Edward F. Sette
  • Clamp and jig combination for engraving
    Patent number: D263199
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 1980
    Date of Patent: March 2, 1982
    Inventor: Richard H. Lockie
  • Tampon dispenser
    Patent number: D263354
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 1980
    Date of Patent: March 16, 1982
    Inventor: Linda M. Jones
  • Digital multimeter
    Patent number: D265384
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 1980
    Date of Patent: July 13, 1982
    Inventor: Andrew F. Kay
  • Fireplace
    Patent number: D265499
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1980
    Date of Patent: July 20, 1982
    Inventor: Gunther M. Bartsch