Patents by Inventor M. Duane Weltha

M. Duane Weltha 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).

  • Aircraft fiber optic data distribution system
    Patent number: 5222166
    Abstract: An improved aircraft fiber optic data distribution system which includes an LRM coupled by a blind mateable electric pin connector in an avionics cabinet, to an optical data link which converts the electrical signals into optical signals which is then provided through a switch system to a distant display device which is coupled to second optical data link by a blind mateable electrical pin connector which provides for the ability of an LRM to communicate with a display device over a fiber optic system without the need for blind mateable optical connectors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 1992
    Date of Patent: June 22, 1993
    Assignee: Rockwell International Corporation
    Inventor: M. Duane Weltha
  • Latching system for avionics line replaceable modules including a handle cam and a pivoting latch cam
    Patent number: 5208735
    Abstract: A system for mounting avionics line replaceable modules in an avionics rack where electrical connections are made between the back end of the LRM and connectors disposed within the rack and where the latching assembly includes two rotating cams, one at the bottom of the LRM and the other at the top of engaging spring biased latch plates and thereby securely holding the LRM in the rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 1991
    Date of Patent: May 4, 1993
    Assignee: Rockwell International Corporation
    Inventors: Todd Twachtmann, James B. Shumaker, M. Duane Weltha, Chris L. Thompson, David M. Mick