Patents by Inventor Kenneth C. Barrows

Kenneth C. Barrows 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).

  • Annular rolling rotor motor compressor with dual wipers
    Patent number: 5080562
    Abstract: A rolling rotor motor/compressor is provided with an external rotor/piston which coacts with a bore/cylinder in the housing and one or more vanes to define a rolling piston compressor. Thus, the stator does not form a part of the compression chamber. The compressor can be readily designed for two cylinder or two stage operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1989
    Date of Patent: January 14, 1992
    Assignee: Carrier Corporation
    Inventors: Kenneth C. Barrows, Thomas P. Gormley, Raymond T. Divers
  • Connector block
    Patent number: 4523798
    Abstract: A connector block operatively engages the pins of a terminal assembly in a frictional or other mechanical relationship such that the connector block is securely held in place. When held in place, the connector block overlies the pins such that they cannot be dislodged from the terminal assembly. Connectors located in the connector block provide frictional engagement with the pins while affording electrical access to the terminal assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 1983
    Date of Patent: June 18, 1985
    Assignee: Carrier Corporation
    Inventors: Kenneth C. Barrows, Raymond T. Divers