Patents by Inventor Terry D. McElwee

Terry D. McElwee 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).

  • Ground connector for microelectronic circuit case
    Patent number: 4614836
    Abstract: A connector or clip for grounding one or more electrical conducting leads in a microelectronic circuit case. A connector in the form of a metal plate attached to a wall of a case and to an insulated lead projecting through the wall, providing an electrical conducting path between the lead and the case. A connector plate with a flat face and a slot therein, and in one embodiment with an outwardly projecting tab at the bottom of the slot, with the connector being suitable for attachment by low temperature and high temperature brazing and spot welding.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 1984
    Date of Patent: September 30, 1986
    Assignee: Axia Incorporated
    Inventors: Charles L. Carpenter, Jerry L. Carter, Terry D. McElwee