Patents by Inventor Richard B. Leachy

Richard B. Leachy 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).

  • Bimetallic electrical connector and method for making the same
    Patent number: 4039244
    Abstract: A one-piece bimetallic electrical connector comprises a cylindrical aluminum portion having a neck of reduced diameter extending therefrom and a cylindrical copper portion welded to the neck in a solid state bond. A wire receiving opening extends axially inwardly from the free end of the aluminum portion and electrical connection means, such as a threaded hole, are formed near the free end of the copper portion. Internal tool engaging recess means are provided within the opening in the aluminum portion for tool engagement purposes during welding and for accurately indexing the connector during other subsequent manufacturing operations such as machining and drilling of the threaded hole. External bosses are provided on the exterior of the aluminum portion near the neck for tool engagement purposes during welding.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 9, 1976
    Date of Patent: August 2, 1977
    Assignee: Coatings Inc.
    Inventor: Richard B. Leachy