Patents Examined by Thomas J. Holfo
  • Cowling latch
    Patent number: 4421349
    Abstract: A cowling latch for an engine nacelle or the like. The latch characterized by having a collet for engaging a pin extending outwardly from a keeper assembly. The collet when the latch handle is in a closed position secures the pin against the movement of the latch in tension and in shear.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1981
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1983
    Assignee: The Boeing Company
    Inventor: Alfred H. Greiert, Jr.
  • Secondary hood latch
    Patent number: 4382482
    Abstract: Primary and secondary hood latches are used on a tractor hood assembly designed to roll forward on the tractor frame. Both the primary and secondary latches are unlatched through the use of either a cable operated or a lever operated independent linkage means. Both latches must be unlatched in order to allow the hood to be opened while either latch may be used to maintain the hood in a closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1981
    Date of Patent: May 10, 1983
    Assignee: International Harvester Co.
    Inventors: Michael C. Brandl, Charles H. Holm, David T. Kataoka