Patents by Inventor Roger K. Updike, Sr.

Roger K. Updike, Sr. 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).

  • Patent number: 5026332
    Abstract: A power transmission (10) chain-belt (32) is disclosed that is especially aptable for connecting the pulleys (12, 14) of a pulley transmission (10). The chain-belt (32) has a plurality of interleaved sets (34) of links (36) and each set (34) has a plurality of transversely arranged links (36). Pivot means (40) join adjacent sets (34) of links (36) to form an endless loop. At least one toe (42A, 42B) extends from each link (36) in at least some sets (34) of links (36). At least the toes (42A, 42B) on adjacent links (36) are in opposed relationship and define a passageway (80). A plurality of load blocks (50) are connected to the sets (34) of links (36). The load blocks (50) are positioned in the passageways (80) defined by the toes (42A, 42B). Each load block (50) has edge surfaces ( 88) for contacting the pulleys (12, 14) of the transmission (10). At least one spring link (131) positioned in said sets (34) of interleaved links (36).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 1990
    Date of Patent: June 25, 1991
    Assignee: Borg-Warner Automotive Transmission & Engine Components Corporation
    Inventors: Philip J. Mott, Roger K. Updike, Sr., David C. White