Patents by Inventor Vas R. Kommera

Vas R. Kommera 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).

  • Clock spring connector with reduced-noise operation
    Patent number: 5450769
    Abstract: A steering column assembly including a clock spring connector having a groove formed on a movable member for receiving a ridge formed on an engaging member of a steering wheel. The engagement of the ridge and the groove provides a reduced-noise operation of the steering column apparatus. A resilient clip is provided between the groove and the ridge to further reduce operating noise. A pair of flanges are formed on an outer wall of the clock spring connector to secure the clock spring connector to a lock fixture. A short forked locking finger is provided on a back surface of the clock spring connector for preventing damage during assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1995
    Assignee: Alps Electric (USA) Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas S. Hu, Vas R. Kommera, John E. Opie