Patents by Inventor Thomas Alldredge

Thomas Alldredge 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: 11982509
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2023
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2024
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Publication number: 20230228531
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2023
    Publication date: July 20, 2023
    Applicant: B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander BIGBY, Thomas ALLDREDGE, Matthew MEYERS
  • Patent number: 11629935
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 18, 2023
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Publication number: 20210356234
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2021
    Publication date: November 18, 2021
    Applicant: B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Patent number: 11105590
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 18, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2021
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Publication number: 20200378726
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2020
    Publication date: December 3, 2020
    Applicant: B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Patent number: 10788292
    Abstract: An accessory mounting system offering quick disconnect and true return-to-zero reattach is described. The mounting system includes a base, which is attached to the host platform, and a top mount onto which one or more accessories can be mounted. The base may be installed with a friction clamp and can remain attached to the host platform while the top mount can be removed and returned while keeping all optics and lasers mounted. The coupling of the base and top mount can provide sufficient precision such that the mounting system can retain zero upon reattach. The top mount may include one or more rail segments, which can enable the mounting of a laser system in conjunction with a top mounted optic, even when the firearm is used in conjunction with a gun shield.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2020
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Alldredge, Alexander Bigby
  • Patent number: 10782100
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Publication number: 20190339043
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting an end cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2019
    Publication date: November 7, 2019
    Applicant: B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Patent number: 10386160
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting a cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2019
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Publication number: 20180283826
    Abstract: An accessory mounting system offering quick disconnect and true return-to-zero reattach is described. The mounting system includes a base, which is attached to the host platform, and a top mount onto which one or more accessories can be mounted. The base may be installed with a friction clamp and can remain attached to the host platform while the top mount can be removed and returned while keeping all optics and lasers mounted. The coupling of the base and top mount can provide sufficient precision such that the mounting system can retain zero upon reattach. The top mount may include one or more rail segments, which can enable the mounting of a laser system in conjunction with a top mounted optic, even when the firearm is used in conjunction with a gun shield.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2018
    Publication date: October 4, 2018
    Inventors: Thomas Alldredge, Alexander Bigby
  • Publication number: 20160341521
    Abstract: A modular illumination and aiming apparatus, a preferred embodiment of which includes an optical head module, mounting module, and an end cap module. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be quickly and intuitively adjusted by a user in response to changing target and environmental conditions. The modular illumination and aiming apparatus is configured to be ergonomically supportive such that a user may maintain a consistent firing grip while activating the illumination and aiming functions. The optical head module is configured to allow the user to change radiation types by adjusting a cap. The alignment mechanism in the optical head module for the radiation source and optics is configured to provide a robust and zero-play optical mount in order to resist recoil and general physical shock.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2016
    Publication date: November 24, 2016
    Applicant: B.E. Meyers & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Alexander Bigby, Thomas Alldredge, Matthew Meyers
  • Patent number: D822143
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2018
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Alldredge, Alexander Bigby
  • Patent number: D828481
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2018
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Alldredge, Alexander Bigby
  • Patent number: D828482
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2018
    Assignee: B.E. MEYERS & CO., INC.
    Inventors: Thomas Alldredge, Alexander Bigby