Patents by Inventor George T. Thurston

George T. Thurston 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).

  • Improved capacitor lead clips
    Patent number: 4270828
    Abstract: A clip for electrical conductors comprises a generally rectangular metal strip with piercing tangs projecting from each end. The strip is folded into a triangular configuration which is used to encircle the conductors. At the apex the piercing tangs are folded inwardly and abut each other. An anvil tool at the apex forces the tangs to penetrate the conductors while the tangs support each other in abutting relationship and there enter a central aperture in the base of the clip for a clinching action.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 1979
    Date of Patent: June 2, 1981
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventor: George T. Thurston