Patents by Inventor Weinan LIU

Weinan LIU 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).

  • Patent number: 10239190
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved release mechanism for clamping tools where problems of thread slipping due to worn out thread can be reduced by the structure of a plunger with a small diameter section and the engagement of the thread shaft is made more secure by the cam action on account of the shape of the plunger. A protrusion extends from a push button on a top portion of the half-threaded nut. Threads are formed on an upper portion of the hole for engaging the threaded shaft. The middle portion of the plunger is made to have a section of small diameter allowing the protrusion to be pushed downward in a normal position and allowing the protrusion to rely on the resilient power of the helical spring to push it upward into the small diameter section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2019
    Inventors: Gary Tsui, Weinan Liu, Shaosheng Chen
  • Publication number: 20180161962
    Abstract: The present invention provides an improved release mechanism for clamping tools where problems of thread slipping due to worn out thread can be reduced by the structure of a plunger with a small diameter section and the engagement of the thread shaft is made more secure by the cam action on account of the shape of the plunger. A protrusion extends from a push button on a top portion of the half-threaded nut. Threads are formed on an upper portion of the hole for engaging the threaded shaft. The middle portion of the plunger is made to have a section of small diameter allowing the protrusion to be pushed downward in a normal position and allowing the protrusion to rely on the resilient power of the helical spring to push it upward into the small diameter section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 9, 2018
    Publication date: June 14, 2018
    Inventors: Gary TSUI, Weinan LIU, Shaosheng CHEN
  • Patent number: 9827636
    Abstract: Present invention provides a universal fixture that fits a broad range of flange/pipe sizes, covering the common sized 4-hole to 24-hole flanges. The present invention solves the end play issue (between the mounting studs and the screw holes of the flange) by aligning the centers of the flange to the center of the pipe, relying on the center hole of the OH plate. An additional accessory can be used to set adjustable height support, for propping up pipes and balance the weight, facilitating the ease of handling the welding work.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Tsui, Weinan Liu
  • Publication number: 20160332265
    Abstract: Present invention provides a universal fixture that fits a much broader range of flange/pipe sizes, covering the common sized 4-hole to 24-hole flanges, so that the welding to be performed at a job site is made easier due to the flexibility of the fixture introduced herein. The present invention solves the end play issue (between the mounting studs and the screw holes of the flange) by aligning the centers of the flange to the center of the pipe, relying on the center hole of the OH plate. An additional accessory can be used to set adjustable height support, for propping up pipes and balance the weight, facilitating the ease of handling the welding work.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2015
    Publication date: November 17, 2016
    Inventors: Gary TSUI, Weinan LIU