Patents by Inventor Mark E. Kawecki

Mark E. Kawecki 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).

  • Method and apparatus for mounting components on a printed circuit board or similar mounting surface
    Patent number: 4827609
    Abstract: A single piece fastener and a method of using this fastener to secure connectors to a printed circuit board comprised of a longitudinal member with a top section which rests on top of the connector and a bottom section with an inclined surface is described. The fastener is inserted through the connector and through the circuit board. When turned, the inclined surface interacts with the bottom of the circuit board, wedging the connector to the circuit board.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 1987
    Date of Patent: May 9, 1989
    Assignee: Mars Incorporated
    Inventor: Mark E. Kawecki