Patents by Inventor Gary M. Croyle

Gary M. Croyle 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).

  • Installation error proof clutch release bearing and method of installation in clutch fork
    Patent number: 9261147
    Abstract: A clutch release bearing designed for error proof installation on a holding structure of a clutch fork in a clutch system includes a bearing assembly supported on a bearing carrier, and an inner flange extending radially outwardly from the bearing carrier. The clutch release bearing also includes an outer flange spaced from the inner flange, and secured to the bearing carrier. The outer flange is formed with a circular lip defining an installation safeguard to ensure reception and retention of the holding structure of the clutch fork only between the inner and outer flanges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2016
    Assignee: Perfection Hy Test Company
    Inventors: Quang Toan Hang, Gary M. Croyle, Arnaldo Bassaco