Patents by Inventor Robert H. Rushton

Robert H. Rushton 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).

  • Female electrical terminal
    Patent number: 5131873
    Abstract: A stamped and formed metal female electrical terminal includes a generally cylindrical, formed portion defining a substantially unobstructed pin receiving mating end. The mating end includes a first longitudinal slot defined by opposed edges of the metal from which the terminal is formed and extending inwardly from the mating end. A second longitudinal slot is stamped from the metal of the terminal, diametrically opposed to the first slot. The second slot is completely closed and extends inwardly from a point spaced rearwardly from the pin receiving mating end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 1990
    Date of Patent: July 21, 1992
    Assignee: Molex Incorporated
    Inventors: Fred Gierut, Robert H. Rushton