Patents by Inventor Jonathan David Rasmussen

Jonathan David Rasmussen 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).

  • Novel Methods of Metals Processing
    Publication number: 20180178292
    Abstract: Novel methods for the production of iron, silicon, and magnesium metal from extraterrestrial and terrestrial resources are described. The methods employ processing steps including metal oxide reduction using carbon monoxide, carbon, hydrogen, and methane. Methods to prepare, regenerate, and recycle reductants to minimize mining and purchase of fresh materials and to minimize carbon emissions are included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2017
    Publication date: June 28, 2018
    Applicant: Pioneer Astronautics
    Inventors: Mark Berggren, Robert Zubrin, Jonathan David Rasmussen