Patents by Inventor Theodore E. Franks

Theodore E. Franks 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).

  • Composite stud
    Patent number: 4684304
    Abstract: The composite stud is mainly a corrosion-resistant alloy, but is provided with a steel tip for flawless welding to a steel plate for use in a marine environment. The steel tip is friction-welded to the corrosion-resistant alloy before machining of the stud.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 4, 1987
    Assignee: Hitco
    Inventor: Theodore E. Franks