Patents by Inventor Joseph Cosimo Longo

Joseph Cosimo Longo 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: 11940253
    Abstract: A chemiluminescent projectile having multi-spectral output, including daytime viewable, nighttime viewable and thermal outputs. The chemiluminescent projectile has a payload that permits the visualization of the fired projectile using a variety of detecting methods including human vision, night vision equipment/infrared devices, and thermal detecting devices during day and night conditions. The chemiluminescent projectile comprises a body having reagents that produce both chemiluminescent and exothermic reactions that generate light and heat sufficient to act as a visual and thermal marker.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2024
    Assignee: Cyalume Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Cosimo Longo, Linda Anne Jacob
  • Publication number: 20230194226
    Abstract: A chemiluminescent projectile having multi-spectral output, including daytime viewable, nighttime viewable and thermal outputs. The chemiluminescent projectile has a payload that permits the visualization of the fired projectile using a variety of detecting methods including human vision, night vision equipment/infrared devices, and thermal detecting devices during day and night conditions. The chemiluminescent projectile comprises a body having reagents that produce both chemiluminescent and exothermic reactions that generate light and heat sufficient to act as a visual and thermal marker.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2022
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Inventors: Joseph Cosimo Longo, Linda Anne Jacob
  • Patent number: 8376561
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a non-pyrotechnic, light emitting projectile for marking and illuminating a target. The projectile generally contains a main body having frangible side walls, at least one frangible ampoule containing chemiluminescent reactant components, a substantially incompressible filler material positioned between the frangible side walls and ampoule, and a first and second end cap. The first end cap is designed to be traversable between a first position and a second position upon impact with an object, thus provides a force sufficient to rupture the frangible side walls and ampoules. Rupture of the ampoules causes intermixing of the chemiluminescent reactant components and formation of a chemiluminescent slurry. The second end cap provides sufficient energy transfer to the chemiluminescent slurry upon impact with a target to disperse the chemiluminescent slurry radially and outwardly with respect to the longitudinal axis of the main body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Assignee: Cyalume Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Joseph Cosimo Longo
  • Publication number: 20120020050
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a non-pyrotechnic, light emitting projectile for marking and illuminating a target. The projectile generally contains a main body having frangible side walls, at least one frangible ampoule containing chemiluminescent reactant components, a substantially incompressible filler material positioned between the frangible side walls and ampoule, and a first and second end cap. The first end cap is designed to be traversable between a first position and a second position upon impact with an object, thus provides a force sufficient to rupture the frangible side walls and ampoules. Rupture of the ampoules causes intermixing of the chemiluminescent reactant components and formation of a chemiluminescent slurry. The second end cap provides sufficient energy transfer to the chemiluminescent slurry upon impact with a target to disperse the chemiluminescent slurry radially and outwardly with respect to the longitudinal axis of the main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2010
    Publication date: January 26, 2012
    Inventor: Joseph Cosimo Longo
  • Publication number: 20110016760
    Abstract: An apparatus for luminescing munitions having a coating of or containing a photoluminescent material. The apparatus employs the use of a conventional firearm magazine as a housing for accommodating the ammunition. A light emitting means is incorporated in the magazine for illuminating the photoluminescent material by exciting the photoluminescent material. The light emitting means is based on an LED producing an ultraviolet light component and relatively low or non-existent red, orange and infrared components when electrically actuated. The light emitting means receives its energy source from batteries contained within the magazine. Alternatively, a chemiluminescent device capable of producing light may be employed in place of the batteries as the energy source.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Inventor: Joseph Cosimo Longo
  • Publication number: 20100282118
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a non-pyrotechnic, self-illuminating projectile useful for marking, target illumination, or targeting adjustment which produces chemiluminescent light upon impact with an object. Because the production of light is delayed until impact, the projectile is not visualized until impact and the intensity of light upon impact is greater than light produced by projectiles that provide intermixing of light generating chemicals during flight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Inventors: Jacques Ladyjensky, Joseph Cosimo Longo, Earl Cranor
  • Patent number: 7726824
    Abstract: A light stick for providing chemiluminescent light to provide general illumination of an otherwise darkened area. The device is thrown into position causing the chemiluminescent components to mix upon impact with a rigid object thereby generating chemiluminescent light after a predetermined delay. The device will provide illumination to an area of possible criminal activity and can be used tactically by law enforcement officials to help avoid danger to themselves and possibly others.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2010
    Assignee: Cyalume Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Earl Cranor, Joseph Cosimo Longo
  • Patent number: 7722203
    Abstract: A chemiluminescent lightstick evacuation station consisting of a wall mountable fixture that stores a plurality of lightsticks that are accessed by opening the fixture cover. The fixture cover is opened by pivoting from a closed position to an open position wherein a lightstick restraint causes the activation of all stored lightsticks so as to facilitate their removal and use during an emergency. One lightstick may be retained in the device by use of restricted movement housing, and all lightsticks may be made to rotate outwardly for ease of access.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2010
    Assignee: Cyalume Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Cosimo Longo, Eric James Domingos
  • Publication number: 20100097778
    Abstract: A signaling system for an emergency light station containing chemiluminescent light sticks. The light station includes a cover that generates mechanical energy upon opening that is then transformed into electrical power. The electrical power is then utilized to transmit a radio frequency signal to a remote location is alert an observer to the fact that the light station has been opened. The alert provides an immediate indication that an emergency is in progress or that the safety emergency light station is being vandalized.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2008
    Publication date: April 22, 2010
    Inventors: William R. Palmer, Stephen L. Palmer, Joseph Cosimo Longo, Eric James Domingos
  • Publication number: 20090175024
    Abstract: A light stick for providing chemiluminescent light to provide general illumination of an otherwise darkened area. The device is thrown into position causing the chemiluminescent components to mix upon impact with a rigid object thereby generating chemiluminescent light after a predetermined delay. The device will provide illumination to an area of possible criminal activity and can be used tactically by law enforcement officials to help avoid danger to themselves and possibly others.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventors: Earl Cranor, Joseph Cosimo Longo
  • Publication number: 20090103279
    Abstract: A chemiluminescent lightstick evacuation station consisting of a wall mountable fixture that stores a plurality of lightsticks that are accessed by opening the fixture cover. The fixture cover is opened by pivoting from a closed position to an open position wherein a lightstick restraint causes the activation of all stored lightsticks so as to facilitate their removal and use during an emergency. One lightstick may be retained in the device by use of restricted movement housing, and all lightsticks may be made to rotate outwardly for ease of access.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2007
    Publication date: April 23, 2009
    Inventors: Joseph Cosimo Longo, Eric James Domingos