Patents by Inventor Fred Knox

Fred Knox 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).

  • Automatic transmission input drum support ring and method
    Publication number: 20040235574
    Abstract: An Automatic Transmission Input Drum Support Ring and Method is disclosed. Also disclosed is a support ring that is installable on the input drum of a conventional General Motors 700R4 automatic transmission in order to prevent overtorque-related cracking of this component. The device is configured to permit the transmission oiling/piston system to function as originally designed. The method for reinforcing a conventional transmission involves the installation of the support ring without the need for substantial modification of the conventional transmission.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2003
    Publication date: November 25, 2004
    Inventor: Fred Knox