Patents by Inventor Gerald L. Shimarak

Gerald L. Shimarak 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).

  • Wire connect and disconnect indicator
    Patent number: 4911655
    Abstract: The invention provides for an electrical connection device wherein the portion of the device making the electrical contact is part of but spaced from the point of mechanical retention of the wire to which an electrical contact is made. The invention also provides for an electrical connection/wire insulation disconnect indicator to enable the installer to know when an electrical contact is formed or an insulated wire can be withdrawn from the apparatus without stripping the electrical insulation therefrom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 1988
    Date of Patent: March 27, 1990
    Assignee: Raychem Corporation
    Inventors: James A. Pinyan, Gerald L. Shimarak, Van L. Huynh