Patents by Inventor Kenneth Edward Norris

Kenneth Edward Norris 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).

  • Twist light
    Patent number: 5897199
    Abstract: A device for positioning a trouble light to cast light on a desired work area utilizing an adjustable rotational friction mechanism, and a support plate having a flat surface on its periphery and a hook rigidly attached to the support plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 27, 1999
    Inventor: Kenneth Edward Norris
  • Incipient shear pin failure indicating means
    Patent number: 3960456
    Abstract: A shear pin is provided with a longitudinal hole such that any internal deformations caused by fatigue or over stressing of the shear pin may be detected by the condition of the surface within the hole therefore giving warning of failure of the shear pin before the shear pin fails.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 1974
    Date of Patent: June 1, 1976
    Inventor: Kenneth Edward Norris