Patents by Inventor Norman K. Simpson

Norman K. Simpson 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).

  • Mechanical actuation simulator
    Patent number: 4058026
    Abstract: In an electrically operated dispensing machine in which actuation is initiated by pulling a handle, the improvement comprises a device for simulating mechanical actuation by pulling the handle, the device comprising a ratchet member having a toothed surface and a member engaging the toothed surface as the handle is pulled, the engagement simulating a mechanical actuation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 1976
    Date of Patent: November 15, 1977
    Inventor: Norman K. Simpson