Patents by Inventor Patrick T. McGuire

Patrick T. McGuire 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).

  • High temperature research furnace with V-Shaped Guide Member
    Patent number: 5313048
    Abstract: A high temperature bottom-loading research furnace is provided having a lifting mechanism comprising a V-shaped wheels and corresponding guide members for raising and lowering the furnace oven door. The lifting mechanism facilitates precise opening and closing of the door which, along with other mechanical features, reduces the heat loss from the furnace and, accordingly, reduces the amount of energy needed to operate the furnace.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 1992
    Date of Patent: May 17, 1994
    Assignee: Morris Berg
    Inventors: Morris Berg, Patrick T. McGuire