Patents by Inventor Michael D. Tomasch

Michael D. Tomasch 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).

  • Patent number: 6043842
    Abstract: A remote surveillance system including an imaging device and an IR light source for surveying a relatively dark area, a remote surveillance system including an imaging device and an insertion tube guide, and an insertion tube guide for receiving an insertion tube of an imaging device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 1996
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2000
    Assignee: Olympus America Inc.
    Inventors: Michael D. Tomasch, Anthony G. Martin
  • Patent number: 5115136
    Abstract: The invention provides an ultraviolet remote visual inspection system which enables the operator to detect minute cracks and hairline flaws in normally inaccessible places of manufactured parts. The system includes a fiberscope in combination with a source of white light and ultraviolet light and a plurality of cannisters for holding dye penetrant and other materials which can be used to facilitate the inspection. The fiberscope includes an articulated probe having a working channel, an ultraviolet light guide and an objective lens. The plurality of cannisters are connected to the working channel through a manifold. Dye penetrant, cleaning solution, drying air and developer can be individually delivered to the remote surface to be tested through the working channel from the cannisters. The fiberscope is provided with an adjuster for bending the articulated probe in different directions to facilitate application of the aforesaid materials and the subsequent visual inspection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1990
    Date of Patent: May 19, 1992
    Assignee: Olympus Corporation
    Inventor: Michael D. Tomasch