Patents by Inventor Dorothy Devine Burdine

Dorothy Devine Burdine 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: 9784546
    Abstract: A propelled lance provides a wounding non-lethal anti-opponent action by piercing an enemy's foot or other contacting body part with a lance penetrator. The lance penetrator lodges in the body and further penetration is optionally impeded by an integrated stop device. The lance penetrator optionally inserts an RFID, other identification, tracking, or other payload into the enemy. The lance penetrator provides anti-personnel, anti-vehicle and anti-robot action.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 10, 2017
    Inventors: Robert Van Burdine, Dorothy Devine Burdine
  • Publication number: 20160187114
    Abstract: A propelled lance provides a wounding non-lethal anti-opponent action by piercing an enemy's foot or other contacting body part with a lance penetrator. The lance penetrator lodges in the body and further penetration is optionally impeded by an integrated stop device. The lance penetrator optionally inserts an RFID, other identification, tracking, or other payload into the enemy. The lance penetrator provides anti-personnel, anti-vehicle and anti-robot action.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2014
    Publication date: June 30, 2016
    Applicant: AREA DENIAL SYSTEMS, LLC
    Inventors: ROBERT VAN BURDINE, DOROTHY DEVINE BURDINE
  • Patent number: 9347723
    Abstract: Apparatus for authorizing and de-authorizing a device such as a weapon is disclosed. The apparatus includes the electrical detection of a signal on the skin of the user, and optionally a radio signal from a central authorizing authority and the entering of a security code by the user. Upon receipt of the correct input, the weapon authorizes and is ready for use. If a loss of skin signal occurs, the weapon enters a safe state until reauthorized. Apparatus for generating the skin signal from both an ingestible and a skin-mounted apparatus are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2016
    Assignee: Area Denial Systems, LLC
    Inventors: Robert Van Burdine, Dorothy Devine Burdine, Alfred Lee Devine
  • Patent number: 8689695
    Abstract: A propelled lance provides a wounding non-lethal anti-insurgent action when stepped on by piercing an enemy insurgent's foot with a lance penetrator. The lance penetrator lodges in the foot and further penetration is impeded by a stop plate. The lance penetrator may insert an RFID or other identifiable device or other payload into the insurgent. The lance penetrator provides anti-personnel, anti-vehicle and anti-robot action.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2014
    Inventors: Robert Van Burdine, Dorothy Devine Burdine
  • Publication number: 20130220160
    Abstract: An identification device such as an RFID is delivered and embedded in a target by flechette means for target tracking and identification.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2012
    Publication date: August 29, 2013
    Inventors: ROBERT VAN BURDINE, Dorothy Devine Burdine
  • Publication number: 20130206028
    Abstract: A propelled lance provides a wounding non-lethal anti-insurgent action when stepped on by piercing an enemy insurgent's foot with a lance penetrator. The lance penetrator lodges in the foot and further penetration is impeded by a stop plate. The lance penetrator may insert an RFID or other identifiable device or other payload into the insurgent. The lance penetrator provides anti-personnel, anti-vehicle and anti-robot action.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Publication date: August 15, 2013
    Inventors: Robert Van Burdine, Dorothy Devine Burdine
  • Publication number: 20120192508
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method wherein a penetrator is deployed and penetrates to a prescribed depth. A secondary mass may be simultaneously deployed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2012
    Publication date: August 2, 2012
    Inventors: Robert Van Burdine, Dorothy Devine Burdine
  • Publication number: 20120186737
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of camouflaging an object using matter from the local environment by adhering the matter to or about the object rendering the object less distinguishable from and therefore camouflaged in the local environment. The matter may be adhered to a secondary and separate drape provided for covering the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2012
    Publication date: July 26, 2012
    Inventors: Robert Van Burdine, Dorothy Devine Burdine
  • Publication number: 20100123376
    Abstract: Means and apparatus for the attachment of an integrated covering for drawers and associated attachment means is installed in a cabinet to prevent the entry of rodents and other pests and foreign matter and objects. A drawer cover covers the open top of the drawer in a first assembly configuration. The drawer cover has first and second opposing major surfaces, first and second opposing end edges, and first and second opposing side edges. The drawer cover is as large or larger that the drawer such that all end and side wall drawer tops make contact with the drawer cover when the drawer is in the closed position. The drawer cover attachment means allows the drawer cover to move vertically so as not to inhibit the operation of the drawer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2008
    Publication date: May 20, 2010
    Inventors: Dorothy Devine Burdine, Thomas Wesley Burdine
  • Publication number: 20030101700
    Abstract: A common structure, such as a home or other building, equipped with an apparatus, comprised of a positive pressure ventilator and a decontaminator device, can be immediately converted into a safe area for human inhabitants, machines, and materials, against chemical or biological attack. The apparatus takes in outside contaminated air, destroys and/or removes the biological or chemical agent, renders the air breathable, and forces the now decontaminated air into the structure. The structure is slightly pressurized with decontaminated air, causing positive and continuous outflow preventing contaminated air from entering the structure. The invention includes the apparatus, the method of positive pressure for preventing the entry of harmful agents, and kits and methods for further rendering a conventional structure into a safe area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2001
    Publication date: June 5, 2003
    Inventors: Robert Van Burdine, Dorothy Devine Burdine