Patents by Inventor Michael C. Henricks

Michael C. Henricks 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).

  • Modular fuse removal tool accessory, kit, and systems for fusible disconnect device
    Patent number: 10692679
    Abstract: A removal tool accessory for replacing rectangular fuse modules of a fusible switching disconnect device. The removal tool accessory is a single piece part configured to snap-fit with the rectangular fuse module via opposing lateral sides thereof. The accessory includes an opening dimensioned to receive a person's index finger, middle finger, ring finger, and baby finger. A handlebar is provided for optimal mechanical leverage to pull the rectangular fuse module from the fusible switching disconnect device even when access to the rectangular fuse module is restricted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2020
    Assignee: EATON INTELLIGENT POWER LIMITED
    Inventors: Michael C. Henricks, Haimin Li, Jessica A. Dunker
  • High voltage, reinforced in-line fuse assembly, systems, and methods of manufacture
    Patent number: 10553386
    Abstract: Fuse assemblies, systems and methods of manufacture include reinforcement materials and arc absorbent materials to provide overcurrent protection for 1500 VDC power systems without enlarging the body of the fuse.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2020
    Assignee: EATON INTELLIGENT POWER LIMITED
    Inventors: Patrick A. von zur Muehlen, Michael C. Henricks
  • HIGH VOLTAGE, REINFORCED IN-LINE FUSE ASSEMBLY, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE
    Publication number: 20150137934
    Abstract: Fuse assemblies, systems and methods of manufacture include reinforcement materials and arc absorbent materials to provide overcurrent protection for 1500 VDC power systems without enlarging the body of the fuse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2013
    Publication date: May 21, 2015
    Inventors: Patrick A. von zur Muehlen, Michael C. Henricks
  • MODULAR FUSE REMOVAL TOOL ACCESSORY, KIT, AND SYSTEMS FOR FUSIBLE DISCONNECT DEVICE
    Publication number: 20130278375
    Abstract: A removal tool accessory for replacing rectangular fuse modules of a fusible switching disconnect device. The removal tool accessory is a single piece part configured to snap-fit with the rectangular fuse module via opposing lateral sides thereof. The accessory includes an opening dimensioned to receive a person's index finger, middle finger, ring finger, and baby finger. A handlebar is provided for optimal mechanical leverage to pull the rectangular fuse module from the fusible switching disconnect device even when access to the rectangular fuse module is restricted.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2012
    Publication date: October 24, 2013
    Inventors: Michael C. Henricks, Haimin Li, Jessica A. Dunker
  • Heat concentrating barrel for wire heater in dual element fuses
    Patent number: 6538551
    Abstract: A dual element fuse includes a first conductive fuse coupler portion and an overload fusing assembly coupled to the first conductive fuse coupler portion. The overload fusing assembly includes a barrel having a flange at one end thereof, a trigger received within said barrel and positioned in a pre-operated position by a fusing alloy, and a conductive coil surrounding the barrel predominately in an area adjacent the flange. The conductive coil is connected between the first conductive fuse coupler portion and the flange, thereby concentrating heat generated in the conductive coil toward the flange.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2003
    Assignee: Cooper Technologies Company
    Inventor: Michael C. Henricks
  • HEAT CONCENTRATING BARREL FOR WIRE HEATER IN DUAL ELEMENT FUSES
    Publication number: 20030038702
    Abstract: A dual element fuse includes a first conductive fuse coupler portion and an overload fusing assembly coupled to the first conductive fuse coupler portion. The overload fusing assembly includes a barrel having a flange at one end thereof, a trigger received within said barrel and positioned in a pre-operated position by a fusing alloy, and a conductive coil surrounding the barrel predominately in an area adjacent the flange. The conductive coil is connected between the first conductive fuse coupler portion and the flange, thereby concentrating heat generated in the conductive coil toward the flange.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2001
    Publication date: February 27, 2003
    Inventor: Michael C. Henricks
  • Multi-function heater element for dual element ferrule fuses
    Patent number: 5239291
    Abstract: A dual element ferrule fuse includes a short circuit element and an overload element. The overload element includes a heater element which, in addition to carrying heat, is designed to partially enclose the overload element with tabs that provide a weldable surface between the element and the metallic end cap, thus eliminating the need for a separate washer. Additionally, the tabs serve to center the element in the end cap and retain the element at a certain point in the fuse body between assembly of the fuse and soldering of the cap to the weldable surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 1992
    Date of Patent: August 24, 1993
    Assignee: Cooper Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael C. Henricks, Robert S. Douglass