Patents by Inventor Kevin C. Heick

Kevin C. Heick 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).

  • Linear proportional solenoid
    Patent number: 5202658
    Abstract: A solenoid device having an output which is substantially linearly proportional to its electrical input and which includes an axially adjustable polepiece. The polepiece carries a permanent magnet which is annularly disposed about the polepiece and which provides an efficient magnetic circuit in conjunction with the electromagnetic coil of the solenoid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 1991
    Date of Patent: April 13, 1993
    Assignee: South Bend Controls, Inc.
    Inventors: William F. Everett, Kevin C. Heick, Peter G. Hutchings, Matthew E. Leinheiser