Patents by Inventor Robert C. Henningsgard

Robert C. Henningsgard 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 automated verification and loading of precision drill bits into a drilling machine package
    Patent number: 5655354
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for automated loading of a drilling machine package having a plurality of drill bit receiving openings arranged in a known configuration with verified precision drill bits from a drill bit container is disclosed. The apparatus includes an automated transfer machine which is connected to a control device, a package frame, a container receiving member, and a diameter sensing device. While not necessarily connected to the automated transfer machine, the package frame and the container receiving member are located at positions which are accessible by the automated transfer machine. Further, the diameter sensing device is operably associated with the automated transfer machine. The method of operation includes the control device recalling data specific to a particular job. A drill bit container is placed on the container receiving member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 12, 1997
    Assignee: Tycom Corporation
    Inventors: James C. Baker, Robert C. Henningsgard, Benjamin Mihai, Paul D. Mortell, Tim L. Taylor