Patents by Inventor Mel D. Terry

Mel D. Terry 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).

  • Air bearing wheel lift
    Patent number: 4596506
    Abstract: A wheel lift for lifting multi-wheeled vehicles. A wheel lift is applied at each wheel and has a generally U-shaped base supported by an air bearing under each arm. A pair of adjustable chocks engage the wheel near the floor. Either a hook engages the wheel generally opposite the chocks or for application of the device on the inboard side of the wheel, a support member picks up the vehicle structure to resist any overturning moment and provide stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 1983
    Date of Patent: June 24, 1986
    Assignee: McDonnell Douglas Corporation
    Inventors: Vernon E. Burgardt, Mel D. Terry