Patents by Inventor Stephen Britton

Stephen Britton 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).

  • Engine coupled pump with 90 degree gearbox
    Publication number: 20060153702
    Abstract: A light, powerful and manoeuvrable centrifugal pump unit suitable for fighting fires, emptying flooded compartments and providing auxiliary cooling water on board ships includes a frame (10) which supports a mounting plate (12) through vibration isolating mounts (13). A marine grade water-cooled diesel engine (11) mounted above the plate (12) so that the axis of rotation is vertical. A 90 degree gear box (16) driven by the engine (11) is mounted below the plate (12) and drives the pump (17) of which the axis of rotation is horizontal. Also suitable for fighting fires in rural and remote environments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2003
    Publication date: July 13, 2006
    Inventor: Stephen Britton