Patents Assigned to Eyvind Boyesen
  • Reed valve mechanism
    Patent number: 5373867
    Abstract: An improved reed valve mechanism having a cushioned reed valve seat is disclosed. The present invention provides a smooth resilient insert which is attached around ports in a reed cage and projects beyond the reed cage surface on which the reed valve members seat. The benefits of conventional rubber coated reed cages are supplied without the expenses inherent in previous construction methods. Various mechanical mounting means are disclosed for ease in construction and improved reed valve performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 1993
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1994
    Assignee: Eyvind Boyesen
    Inventors: Eyvind Boyesen, Robert E. Rarick, II