Patents by Inventor Robert D. Cavanagh

Robert D. Cavanagh 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).

  • At-sea recovery handling system
    Patent number: 4869149
    Abstract: A stabilizing system for use in conjunction with a crane/boom in which an ject is held fast to a foam cushion within the system. A hook that forms part of the system grasps a sling holding the object and secures the object against the foam cushion. The object can be aligned by being rotated or tilted while held fast to the cushion. The object is prevented from swinging and swaying, thereby greatly reducing danger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 1988
    Date of Patent: September 26, 1989
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: Robert D. Cavanagh, Paul E. Nelson