Patents by Inventor Franklin P. Palaia

Franklin P. Palaia 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).

  • Molded case circuit breaker braid conductor with strain relief
    Patent number: 5126708
    Abstract: A molded case circuit interrupter of the type employing a thermal-magnetic trip unit to interrupt circuit current utilizes a flexible electrical braid conductor to connect between the thermal-magnetic trip unit and the movable contact arm. A helical spring arranged around the braid conductor at the welded connection with the movable contact arm provides long-term strain relief. A metal phosphate coating on the surface of the circuit breaker operating cradle and latch assembly eliminates polishing while insuring release of the cradle from the cradle-latch interface surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 1991
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1992
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Franklin P. Palaia, Michael C. von Kannewurff, Joseph M. Palmieri, Richard E. Bernier, Erich J. Pannenborg, Roger N. Castonguay