Patents Examined by Glenn L. Barefoot
  • Device and method for equalizing heat dissipation between multiple radiators on a spacecraft
    Patent number: 5823476
    Abstract: Device and method for more equally distributing heat dissipation between multiple radiators of a satellite. The device includes radiator panels mounted on the satellite, power sources mounted on some or all of the radiator panels, and loads capable of inhibiting current from adjacent power sources and accepting current only from nonadjacent power sources.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1998
    Assignee: Hughes Electronics Corporation
    Inventor: Glenn N. Caplin