Patents by Inventor Kenneth G. Ludlow

Kenneth G. Ludlow 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).

  • Launch lock device
    Patent number: 3981467
    Abstract: A structural lock for locking in each of three axes, during the launch phase, the rotatable structural portion of a spacecraft and a despun structural shelf commonly used in dual spin spacecraft. A single sliding pin which connects the two sections, is withdrawn by a pyrotechnic device prior to achieving orbit. The pin engages an adjustable spring biased, two piece member which includes serrated mating surfaces for providing a positive shear path in the Z direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 1975
    Date of Patent: September 21, 1976
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air Force
    Inventor: Kenneth G. Ludlow