Patents by Inventor George W. Godfrey

George W. Godfrey 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).

  • Dual mode anticollision/recognition lamp for aircraft
    Patent number: 5293304
    Abstract: A dual mode exterior lamp for an aircraft includes a higher intensity anticollision light, a lower intensity recognition light, a power supply for the lights, and means for activating the anticollision light when the aircraft is airborne and for activating the recognition light when the aircraft is on the ground. In the preferred embodiment the activating means is responsive to a landing gear position switch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 8, 1992
    Date of Patent: March 8, 1994
    Assignee: Godfrey Engineering
    Inventor: George W. Godfrey
  • Lid with detachable coaster
    Patent number: 4775063
    Abstract: A lid for a container is provided comprising a reusable cap with means to engage the top of the container and an annular sleeve which is detachable from the cap. When detached, the annular sleeve may engage the bottom of the container and provide a base on which to stand the container. The annular sleeve inhibits rusting of the container and protects shelves and counters from rust rings.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 1987
    Date of Patent: October 4, 1988
    Inventor: George W. Godfrey