Patents by Inventor John T. Kosztowny

John T. Kosztowny 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).

  • Coupling adapter
    Patent number: 4921013
    Abstract: The invention pertains to a coupling adapter for use with self-sealing valved coupling parts of the axially movable type for servicing and testing a fluid circuit. The adapter consists of a tubular body having a coupling end for connecting to the associated part and an axial passage wherein a threaded valve actuator is located having a free end adapted to releasably engage and displace the associated part's valve. A torque appling handle operatively associated with the valve actuator facilitates manual control of the valve's axial position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 1989
    Date of Patent: May 1, 1990
    Assignee: Aeroquip Corporation
    Inventors: Robert D. Spalink, Steven M. Knowles, John T. Kosztowny
  • Coupling adapter
    Patent number: RE34781
    Abstract: The invention pertains to a coupling adapter for use with self-sealing valved coupling parts of the axially movable type for servicing and testing a fluid circuit. The adapter consists of a tubular body having a coupling end for connecting to the associated part and an axial passage wherein a threaded valve actuator is located having a free end adapted to releasably engage and displace the associated part's valve. A torque appling handle operatively associated with the value actuator facilitates manual control of the valve's axial position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 1992
    Date of Patent: November 8, 1994
    Assignee: Aeroquip Corporation
    Inventors: Robert D. Spalink, Steven M. Knowles, John T. Kosztowny