Patents by Inventor Michael A. Centracchio

Michael A. Centracchio 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).

  • Laser material processing apparatus and a work table therefor
    Patent number: 5632915
    Abstract: A materials processing apparatus for performing a work operation on sheet material with a laser is provided. The apparatus includes a scanning laser which focuses a laser beam onto a work surface along a pre-programmed path. The apparatus also includes a work table which provides a precisely planar support surface for supporting sheet material during a work operation performed by the laser.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 27, 1997
    Assignee: Gerber Garment Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: John F. Schnetzer, Mitchell L. Shaney, Michael A. Centracchio, Richard S. Szewczyk