Patents by Inventor Robert D. Newcomb

Robert D. Newcomb 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).

  • Sun tracking controller
    Patent number: 4302710
    Abstract: An apparatus which controls the electric tracking motors of solar energy collectors and other solar devices which are adapted to be aimed at the sun.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 1979
    Date of Patent: November 24, 1981
    Assignee: Menser Industries
    Inventors: Howard K. Menser, Robert D. Newcomb
  • Record catcher
    Patent number: 4145056
    Abstract: The adapter has a large diameter circular base to fit the corresponding large diameter hole of the record disc. The adapter is generally conical with its tip generally cylindrically extended at which region a plurality of notches or grooves preferably are formed. The edge of the record disc hole is engaged to catch the disc if it tends to bounce or slide away. The tip also provides a handle for an attachment otherwise difficult to grasp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 1978
    Date of Patent: March 20, 1979
    Assignee: Newcomb Audio Products Co.
    Inventor: Robert D. Newcomb