Patents by Inventor Malcolm S. Mellor

Malcolm S. Mellor 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).

  • Grinding mill control
    Patent number: 4722485
    Abstract: The level of a grinding charge in a grinding mill is monitored by comparing signals which are generated by means of two sensors which are located on opposed sides of an impact point of the material in the mill. A signal produced in the comparison step may be used to control the feeding of material to the mill.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1986
    Date of Patent: February 2, 1988
    Assignee: Crucible Societe Anonyme
    Inventors: Guy J. C. Young, Malcolm S. Mellor, Willem J. Harmse