Patents by Inventor Peter C. Buccos

Peter C. Buccos 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: 5398619
    Abstract: A modular toy train truck assembly includes a frame having an integrally casted center plate and bolster plate connected to a pair of ornamental side frames that may be easily modified during the casting process to replicate various truck styles. Connected to the frame is a universal chassis comprised of a pair of wheel assemblies and a pair of bearing inserts whereby the wheel assemblies are journalled to the bearing inserts. Depending upon the style of truck, the side frames are provided with coils that are held in place by a flange integral with each insert. This unique design allows a modular truck frame to be easily retrofitted with a variety of accessories that may be attached to the truck frame by the customer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 1993
    Date of Patent: March 21, 1995
    Assignee: Lionel Trains, Inc.
    Inventor: Peter C. Buccos