Patents by Inventor Beverley William Gumb

Beverley William Gumb has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Multi-outlet adaptor for plug-in telephones
    Patent number: 4061411
    Abstract: A multi-outlet adaptor for plug-in telephones is in the form of a hollow box-like member in the front of which are at least two apertures with a jack aligned with and behind each aperture. A plug can be inserted through each aperture. On the rear of the box-like member is an integral plug for insertion in the normal telephone outlet or jack. The jacks in the adaptor are wired in parallel to the plug on the rear. A latch can be provided on the plug and the apertures can be profiled to provide latch engaging formations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 1977
    Date of Patent: December 6, 1977
    Assignee: Northern Telecom Limited
    Inventors: Beverley William Gumb, Gerd Kuhfus, Fredrick Thomas Cogan
  • Interconnector for adapting existing telephone outlets to plug-in outlets
    Patent number: 4050768
    Abstract: An interconnector for adapting existing telephone outlets to accept plug-in units or items has a main portion adapted to attach to the existing outlet after removal of the cover or lid of the outlet. The interconnector has a form which adapts to either of the two types of outlet used, and provides correct rotational orientation for correct interconnection of contacts. Contact is made by spring contact members pressing on the screw terminals of the outlet. A clip-on cover with a prewired jack therein is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 1976
    Date of Patent: September 27, 1977
    Assignee: Northern Telecom Limited
    Inventor: Beverley William Gumb