Patents by Inventor Charles N. Codding, III

Charles N. Codding, III 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).

  • Earthquake resistant pipe joints
    Patent number: 4871197
    Abstract: In the environment of telescoping pipes, a collapsible member is placed between a fixed weld and a locking segment so that when extraordinary forces are applied which tend to cause the pipes to be pulled apart, the crushing element absorbs the excessive forces and prevents its disengagement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 1988
    Date of Patent: October 3, 1989
    Assignee: United States Pipe and Foundry Company
    Inventors: Charles N. Codding, III, George F. Rhodes, Philip I. McGrath, Jr.