Patents by Inventor Thomas W. Eldred

Thomas W. Eldred 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).

  • Maintenance lock for aircraft speed brake
    Patent number: 4340196
    Abstract: Disclosed is a lock to lock open the speed brake doors of an aircraft to facilitate servicing the brake mechanism. The lock cooperates with lightening holes in the internal stiffening structure of the speed brake. The lock is adjustable to provide different amounts of brake opening. Surfaces of the lock that contact the aircraft speed brake structure are fabricated of resilient material to protect the aircraft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1980
    Date of Patent: July 20, 1982
    Inventor: Thomas W. Eldred