Patents by Inventor Christopher John Rourk

Christopher John Rourk 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).

  • System and method for detecting radioactive contamination
    Publication number: 20040206917
    Abstract: A method for detecting radioactive contamination is provided. The method includes placing a radiochromic material on a surface. It is then determined whether spotting of the radiochromic material has occurred. If spotting of the radiochromic material has occurred, it is determined that radioactive contamination has been detected.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2004
    Publication date: October 21, 2004
    Inventor: Christopher John Rourk
  • System and method for detecting radioactive contamination
    Patent number: 6750458
    Abstract: A method for detecting radioactive contamination is provided. The method includes placing a radiochromic material on a surface. It is then determined whether spotting of the radiochromic material has occurred. If spotting of the radiochromic material has occurred, it is determined that radioactive contamination has been detected.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2004
    Inventor: Christopher John Rourk