Patents by Inventor Brad A. Mattson

Brad A. Mattson 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).

  • Linear/helix movement support/solar tracker
    Patent number: 5622078
    Abstract: A series of inner fitted pipes with linear and helical guides or opposing helical guides for converting linear to rotational motion or converting rotational to linear motion of a support device. Hydraulics or electric screw drives are used to power the linear motion and then is converted to rotational adjustments of a directing or lifting support. This rotational support is capable of being used as a solar tracker, a robot, an exercise machine and a lift.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 1995
    Date of Patent: April 22, 1997
    Inventor: Brad A. Mattson
  • Solar energy and tracking system
    Patent number: 5512742
    Abstract: A 180 degree.times.90 degree solar tracking system using two sensors for tracking the sun from sunrise to sunset. A parabolic collector rigidly plumbed to a steam engine which drives an electric generator mounted on the latitude lever. The 180 degree.times.90 degree movement support is a group of pipes and levers that is powered by household water pressure via three hydraulic rams.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 30, 1996
    Inventor: Brad A. Mattson