Patents by Inventor Joseph C. Homko

Joseph C. Homko 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).

  • Thread protector and seal
    Patent number: 4094224
    Abstract: A thread protector and seal device, suitable for use with automated shell lling equipment utilizes a flanged semi-rigid tubular member having a plurality of longitudinally disposed slots on one end thereof to facilitate insertion into the nose end of an internally threaded projectile. A compliant member is molded into interior and exterior annular grooves of the insertion end of the thread protector to prevent the accumulation of explosive material from entering the threaded fuze area of the projectile during a loading operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 1977
    Date of Patent: June 13, 1978
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventor: Joseph C. Homko