Patents by Inventor John D. Arthur

John D. Arthur 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).

  • Automated marking systems and methods for replaceable automated machine component tracking
    Patent number: 12643173
    Abstract: An automated marking system for replaceable component tracking includes a robotic arm and a marking tool that is configured to place a distinguishing mark on a replaceable component of the robotic arm. A control system includes logic saved in memory that causes the robotic arm to move the replaceable component to the marking tool to place the distinguishing mark on the replaceable component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2026
    Assignee: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.
    Inventors: John D. Arthur, Terry A. Lee, James D. Womack
  • Systems and methods for automated tip transfer
    Patent number: 11969814
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for exchanging electrode tips, e.g., electrode tips used in resistance spot welding, and disposing of used/unusable electrode tips. Used/unusable electrode tips may be collected, e.g., while within an assembly line. Such used/unusable electrode tips may be routed to a receptacle(s) reside outside the assembly line. Accordingly, disposing or removing of the used/unusable electrode tips can be accomplished without stopping the assembly line, and decreasing any chance for safety events.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2024
    Assignee: TOYOTA MOTOR ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    Inventors: John D. Arthur, Terry A. Lee, James D. Womack
  • SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATED TIP TRANSFER
    Publication number: 20230058902
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for exchanging electrode tips, e.g., electrode tips used in resistance spot welding, and disposing of used/unusable electrode tips. Used/unusable electrode tips may be collected, e.g., while within an assembly line. Such used/unusable electrode tips may be routed to a receptacle(s) reside outside the assembly line. Accordingly, disposing or removing of the used/unusable electrode tips can be accomplished without stopping the assembly line, and decreasing any chance for safety events.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2021
    Publication date: February 23, 2023
    Inventors: JOHN D. ARTHUR, TERRY A. LEE, JAMES D. WOMACK
  • AUTOMATED MARKING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REPLACEABLE AUTOMATED MACHINE COMPONENT TRACKING
    Publication number: 20230033506
    Abstract: An automated marking system for replaceable component tracking includes a robotic arm and a marking tool that is configured to place a distinguishing mark on a replaceable component of the robotic arm. A control system includes logic saved in memory that causes the robotic arm to move the replaceable component to the marking tool to place the distinguishing mark on the replaceable component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2021
    Publication date: February 2, 2023
    Applicant: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc.
    Inventors: John D. Arthur, Terry A. Lee, James D. Womack
  • Lathe tool holder or the like
    Patent number: D287442
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1984
    Date of Patent: December 30, 1986
    Inventor: John D. Arthur