Patents by Inventor Richard E. Coats

Richard E. Coats 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).

  • One piece core and platform for endless tape cartridges
    Patent number: 3982701
    Abstract: This invention relates to an integrally molded core and platform for an endless array of magnetic tape for use in cartridges. The core is integrally connected to the platform in a one-piece construction. The upper exterior portion of the core is defined by two oppositely facing radii having a common tangent in order to minimize tape drag and hang-up or catching of the tape as it releases from the inside of the spool to be transported to the transducer head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1975
    Date of Patent: September 28, 1976
    Assignee: The Gates Rubber Company
    Inventors: David O. Courtney, Richard E. Coats