Patents by Inventor Terence M. McCarver

Terence M. McCarver 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).

  • Spot facing machine
    Patent number: 5954462
    Abstract: A spot facing mechanism employs a self centering chuck, a stationary mandrel and housing. Axial feed controls are also stationary when the apparatus is operational. Incremental radial feeding of the tool head is provided, with the degree of feed being adjustable between zero feed and maximum feed. Radial feed rate adjustment controls remain stationary while the apparatus is operating, enabling adjustment of feed rate without having to stop the machine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 21, 1999
    Assignee: Climax Portable Machine Tools, Inc.
    Inventors: Arlan W. Way, Terence M. McCarver