Patents by Inventor Randy G. Honeck

Randy G. Honeck 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).

  • Method and apparatus for linear vibration welding
    Patent number: 6824040
    Abstract: The method of controlling a linear vibration welding apparatus, in accordance with the invention, may comprise the steps of: fastening a first workpiece portion in a fixed position; fastening a second workpiece portion to a reciprocating member; energizing a first single winding magnet with direct current power to create a magnetic field; sensing a location of the reciprocating member with respect to a zero point; and energizing a second magnet when the reciprocating member has crossed the zero point when moving towards the first magnet. The linear vibration welding apparatus in accordance with the invention may comprise: a frame; a flexure array; a first magnet assembly; a second magnet assembly; a digital controller; and direct current amplifiers for powering the magnet assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2004
    Assignee: Forward Technology Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Randy G. Honeck, Christopher R. Osdick, Robert J. Fawkes