Patents by Inventor Daniel J. Ryherd

Daniel J. Ryherd 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).

  • Washer and dryer communication
    Patent number: 5444996
    Abstract: A communications channel is provided between a washer and a dryer. When the dryer is drying, a signal is sent to the washer to extend the final spin operation in order to continue to mechanically remove water While the dryer operation continues. Fabric type information and fabric quantity information for a load are provided from the washer to the dryer. This information is used to indicate an estimated drying time for the load and to set the dryer fabric type selection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1995
    Assignee: White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Daniel F. Joslin, Daniel J. Ryherd