Patents by Inventor Paul B. Kemme

Paul B. Kemme 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).

  • Lock for nozzle control in the event of hydraulic failure
    Patent number: 5685141
    Abstract: A method is provided for locking jet engine exhaust nozzle position in a hydraulic system having nozzle actuators connected by a synchronization cable. The synchronization cable engages with a conical brake locking mechanism to prevent cable rotation in the event of a hydraulic failure. The nozzle is locked in position at the time of the hydraulic failure. This prevents a significant decrease in usable thrust.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 1995
    Date of Patent: November 11, 1997
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: David J. Markstein, Paul B. Kemme