Patents Represented by Attorney Patrick K. Patnode

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  • Auger clutch mechanism for agitator/auger systems
    Patent number: 5522489
    Abstract: A novel auger clutch mechanism which may be used with washer agitators and augers. More particularly this mechanism comprises an outer clutch housing and a clutch, wherein the clutch is positioned within the housing. The clutch has a number of outwardly extending ligaments which are flexible enough to be rolled up. When rolled up, the ligaments restrict movement in one direction, yet allow the clutch to move freely in the opposite direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 4, 1996
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Sudhir D. Savkar, Brian D. Lisek
  • Entrainment fuel nozzle for partial premixing of gaseous fuel and air to reduce emissions
    Patent number: 5518395
    Abstract: This invention relates to fuel nozzles of the type that employ an entrainment fuel nozzle for initial, partial premixing of gaseous fuel and air. Such structures of this type, generally, use the gas jet to entrain surrounding air so that the fuel is somewhat diluted prior to injection into the combustor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 21, 1996
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventor: James R. Maughan