Patents by Inventor David Stebbins

David Stebbins 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).

  • Pneumatic handling and recoating apparatus and method of use
    Patent number: 7105056
    Abstract: A pneumatic handling and recoating apparatus for handling workpieces, such as glass, is provided. The apparatus utilizes a holding device operatively connected to a vacuum assembly. The holding device engages workpieces by vacuum and subsequently releases them by a burst of gas. The burst of gas also facilitates the application of a coating material, such as a stain-retardant agent, to a workpiece upon release from the holding device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2006
    Assignee: Cardinal CG Company
    Inventors: Klaus Hartig, David Stebbins
  • Sputtering chamber liner
    Publication number: 20040256215
    Abstract: A liner for a sputtering chamber is provided. The liner is adapted to reduce spalling of sputtered coating (overcoat) from interior surfaces of the chamber. The liner can be mounted adjacent a selected interior surface of the chamber. The liner is preferably removable. Also provided are sputtering chambers in which the present liners are mounted, and sputtering methods wherein the present liners are used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2004
    Publication date: December 23, 2004
    Inventors: David Stebbins, Roger Stanek, Klaus Hartig
  • Pneumatic handling and recoating apparatus and method of use
    Publication number: 20040126495
    Abstract: A pneumatic handling and recoating apparatus for handling workpieces, such as glass, is provided. The apparatus utilizes a holding device operatively connected to a vacuum assembly. The holding device engages workpieces by vacuum and subsequently releases them by a burst of gas. The burst of gas also facilitates the application of a coating material, such as a stain-retardant agent, to a workpiece upon release from the holding device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2002
    Publication date: July 1, 2004
    Inventors: Klaus Hartig, David Stebbins