Patents by Inventor George W. Carrie

George W. Carrie 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).

  • Fluidic proximity sensor and related process
    Patent number: 5386716
    Abstract: Fluidic proximity sensing apparatus for use with a linear induction motor car. The apparatus is comprised of a floating sensor head in operative combination with a dual flapper valve which forms two air gaps. A change in the proximity of the sensor head to a track surface is converted to a dimensional variation in the air gaps, which in turn is sensed by fluidic oscillators.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 7, 1995
    Assignee: AlliedSignal Inc.
    Inventors: John F. Thurston, Ernest W. Cassaday, George W. Carrie
  • Pneumatic gun system and method
    Patent number: 4046056
    Abstract: A rotary pneumatic motor provides initial acceleration and starting of a rapid firing gatling-type gun, and also provides motive drive power for the gun in another embodiment. Upon reaching operating speed, a fluidic control system modulates application of a disc brake and/or meters fluid flow to the rotary motor to maintain a constant preselected firing rate. After completion of gun firing, the rotary motor briefly drives the gun to clear the chambers of ammunition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 1976
    Date of Patent: September 6, 1977
    Assignee: The Garrett Corporation
    Inventor: George W. Carrie