Patents by Inventor Frank B. Thompson

Frank B. Thompson 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).

  • Static pressure system for gas turbine engines
    Patent number: 4872807
    Abstract: A pressure sensing system strategically located measures static pressure of the inlet air of a gas turbine engine that is utilized as a signal indicative of engine inlet total pressure. The system consists of a number of ports circumferentially spaced around the engine case near the face of the engine which communicate with a manifold for feeding the average static pressure to a transducer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 1988
    Date of Patent: October 10, 1989
    Assignee: United Technologies Corporation
    Inventor: Frank B. Thompson
  • Portable dispensing bar
    Patent number: 3949902
    Abstract: A portable bar assembly characterized by a unitary cabinet structure mounted on casters and containing a plurality of electrically operated liquid dispensing units mounted therein for selectively delivering a controlled quantity of liquid from liquid containers mounted in a drawer assembly slidably located inside the cabinet. The cabinet structure is provided with a surface storage area containing an ice sink and utility pans. A glass dispenser and refuse receptacle are located on the front of the cabinet structure. A brake assembly is provided for locking the casters against movement. Power for the dispensing units is provided by a battery pack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 1973
    Date of Patent: April 13, 1976
    Inventor: Frank B. Thompson