Patents by Inventor Nove J. Kephart, Sr.

Nove J. Kephart, Sr. 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: 6307383
    Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for testing the integrity of inductive coils such as yokes, flyback transformers, and the like. The apparatus includes a compact housing which makes it portable and convenient for field use. The apparatus includes circuitry disposed in the housing for inducing current through the inductive coil being tested. An array of LED's is provided to give the operator a visual display which is indicative of the condition of the inductive coil. The apparatus also includes means for connecting a meter or oscilloscope to the circuit in order to examine the electrical signature from the inductive coil being tested.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 1996
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2001
    Inventors: Elver B. Kephart, Jr., Nove J. Kephart, Sr.