Patents Assigned to General Dynamics Ordinance and Tactical Systems, Inc.
  • Systems and methods for a selectively engageable shaft lock and drive device priority
    Patent number: 8030603
    Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus and methods directed to a selectively engageable shaft locking device. In one embodiment, a shaft lock device is presented which enables the testing of the shaft and shaft drive device without engaging the drive mechanism into a fully operational state. Another embodiment provides the ability to return the shaft lock device to a storage state after full engagement. The present invention also provides for methods of testing a selective shaft lock device according to the disclosures contained herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2011
    Assignee: General Dynamics Ordinance and Tactical Systems, Inc.
    Inventor: Richard W. Schroeder