Patents by Inventor Michael L. Mason

Michael L. Mason 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).

  • Balloon maneuvering/positioning system
    Patent number: 10359784
    Abstract: An aviation system is disclosed that has the capabilities to position a high-altitude aviation vehicle within a designated geographic region for extended periods of time or maneuver the high-altitude aviation vehicle along predetermined designated paths.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2019
    Assignee: NORTHROP CRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION
    Inventors: Randall J. Alliss, Billy Daniel Felton, Michael L. Mason, Taylor Evan Matthews, Harvey Keith Smith, II, Rafy Uddin Athar
  • BALLOON MANEUVERING/POSITIONING SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20180284811
    Abstract: An aviation system is disclosed that has the capabilities to position a high-altitude aviation vehicle within a designated geographic region for extended periods of time or maneuver the high-altitude aviation vehicle along predetermined designated paths.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2017
    Publication date: October 4, 2018
    Applicant: NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION
    Inventors: RANDALL J. ALLISS, BILLY DANIEL FELTON, MICHAEL L. MASON, TAYLOR EVAN MATTHEWS, HARVEY KEITH SMITH, II, RAFY UDDIN ATHAR
  • Drying rack
    Patent number: 5685440
    Abstract: A diassembleable drying rack is disclosed. The drying rack is comprised of a generally rectangular shaped, either symmetrical or non-symmetrical, frame assembly. Each cross member of the frame assembly has hook means for receiving gloves, flippers and the like thereon. An extension member, located on top of the frame assembly receives hanger hung wet suits, vests and the like. J-hooks located on the extension member receive masks, hoses and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 11, 1997
    Inventor: Michael L. Mason