Patents by Inventor Gregory A. Raybuck

Gregory A. Raybuck 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).

  • Appartaus for improved current transfer in radial cell electroplating
    Patent number: 5069762
    Abstract: An apparatus for use in a radial cell-type electrodeposition cell having a radial cathodic conductor roll with a central conductor band for improving the transfer of electric current between the to be plated strip and the conductor band. The apparatus includes a holddown roll which contacts the strip proximate the contact point of the strip and the conductor roll prior to the entry of the strip into the electrolyte bath and a second holddown roll which contacts the strip after the strip has exited from the electrolyte bath. The holddown rolls urge the strip uniformly against the conductor band to improve current transfer to the strip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 1991
    Date of Patent: December 3, 1991
    Assignee: USX Corporation
    Inventors: Thomas A. Modrowski, Larry E. Pfister, Gregory A. Raybuck, James O. Stoddart