Patents by Inventor Kevin L. Miles

Kevin L. Miles 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).

  • Lift truck fork carriage
    Patent number: 5145034
    Abstract: The T-shaped join formed by a crossbar and a sideplate of a forklift truck fork carriage is improved by interposing a joint insert member between the crossbar and sideplate. The joint insert member comprises a flange for attachment to the crossabar and, arranged transverse to the flange and projecting beyond the flange, a stem for attachment to the sideplate. The transitions from stem to flange are comprised of strong cast or forged material in the form of smooth, large radii to improve strength and reduce stress concentration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 1988
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1992
    Assignee: Hyster Company
    Inventor: Kevin L. Miles