Patents Assigned to Helion
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Publication number: 20240136165Abstract: A vacuum pump includes a liquid getter that is sprayed into a pump chamber. The sprayed liquid getter can chemically bind with gaseous substance in the pump chamber to create ultra-low pressure in the pump chamber and an attached vacuum chamber. The liquefied getter can be circulated and recycled in the vacuum pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2023Publication date: April 25, 2024Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.Inventors: David Kirtley, Anthony Pancotti, Christopher James Pihl
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Publication number: 20240113511Abstract: A protection circuit senses when one supply circuit in a group is activating to deliver current to a circuit component and issues firing signals to simultaneously activate other supply circuits in the group. The supply circuits may deliver large currents and high power. The protection circuit may prevent damage to a system that might otherwise occur if one supply circuit in the group activates in isolation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2023Publication date: April 4, 2024Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.Inventors: Andrew Hine, David Kirtley, Erik Scott McKee, Christopher James Pihl, James Melvin Pihl, Jim True, George Votroubek
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Publication number: 20240107652Abstract: A magnetic field system is configured to generate intense, dynamically-varying magnetic fields to confine and control particles, objects, or plasmas. The magnetic fields may pulsate to impart and directly extract energy from a plasma.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2023Publication date: March 28, 2024Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.Inventors: David Kirtley, Richard Milroy, Anthony Pancotti, Christopher James Pihl, George Votroubek
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Patent number: 11935979Abstract: Light-weight, flexible solar panels adapted to prevent inadvertent stress on silicon solar photovoltaic cells inside solar panels. In some examples, a solar panel comprising solar cells includes a plurality of supports, such as one support for each solar cell, with gaps between the supports to allow the panel to flex when strained while protecting the individual cells. In other examples, a solar panel comprises a plurality of solar cells and a support or plural supports designed to accept force applied to the top of the panel and divert such force around the individual cells, without the use of a heavy glass support over top. Some examples may include both individual supports for each cell, with each individual support further adapted to direct applied forces around the individual cells.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2020Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
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Publication number: 20230041682Abstract: Examples of advanced fuel cycles for fusion reactors are described. Examples include fuel cycles for use in field reverse configuration (FRC) plasma reactors. In some examples, reaction gases may be removed from a fusion reactor between pulses (e.g. plasmoid collisions). In some examples, a D-3He reaction is performed, with the 3He provided from decay of byproducts of previous reactions (e.g. tritium).Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2022Publication date: February 9, 2023Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.Inventors: John Thomas Slough, David Edwin Kirtley, Christopher James Pihl
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Patent number: 11469003Abstract: Examples of advanced fuel cycles for fusion reactors are described. Examples include fuel cycles for use in field reverse configuration (FRC) plasma reactors. In some examples, reaction gases may be removed from a fusion reactor between pulses (e.g. plasmoid collisions). In some examples, a D-3He reaction is performed, with the 3He provided from decay of byproducts of previous reactions (e.g. tritium).Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2015Date of Patent: October 11, 2022Assignee: HELION ENERGY, INC.Inventors: John Thomas Slough, David Edwin Kirtley, Christopher James Pihl
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Patent number: 11225526Abstract: The invention relates to antibodies to MASP-2 and functional equivalents thereof. In particular, the invention relates to MASP-2 antibodies capable of inhibiting the function of MASP-2. The invention furthermore discloses MASP-2 epitopes, wherein antibodies recognising said epitopes are in particularly useful for inhibiting MASP-2 activity. The invention also relates to methods of producing said antibodies, methods of inhibiting MASP-2 activity as well as to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the MASP-2 antibodies.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2021Date of Patent: January 18, 2022Assignee: Helion Biotech ApSInventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
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Patent number: 11049620Abstract: Method and apparatus for heating and/or compressing plasmas to thermonuclear temperatures and densities are provided. In one aspect, at least one of at least two plasmoids separated by a distance is accelerated towards the other. The plasmoids interact, for instance to form a resultant plasmoid, to convert a kinetic energy into a thermal energy. The resultant plasmoid is confined in a high energy density state using a magnetic field. One or more plasmoids may be compressed. Energy may be recovered, for example via a blanket and/or directly via one or more coils that create a magnetic field and/or circuits that control the coils.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2017Date of Patent: June 29, 2021Assignee: HELION ENERGY, INC.Inventor: John T. Slough
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Patent number: 11025193Abstract: A solar module comprising a substrate, a honeycomb structure on the substrate, a solar panel on the honeycomb structure, such that the substrate, honeycomb and solar panel form a sandwich having an exterior perimeter, a rotary junction box configured to be manipulated through the substrate between at least first and second electrical configurations, a plurality of electrical couplers along the exterior perimeter, and a plurality of electrical connectors connecting the solar panel, the rotary junction box, and the electrical couplers; wherein the honeycomb structure defines one or more channels and a pocket, the channels facilitating the electrical connectors and the pocket receiving the rotary junction box.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2017Date of Patent: June 1, 2021Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
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Patent number: 11008405Abstract: The invention relates to antibodies to MASP-2 and functional equivalents thereof. In particular, the invention relates to MASP-2 antibodies capable of inhibiting the function of MASP-2. The invention furthermore discloses MASP-2 epitopes, wherein antibodies recognising said epitopes are in particularly useful for inhibiting MASP-2 activity. The invention also relates to methods of producing said antibodies, methods of inhibiting MASP-2 activity as well as to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the MASP-2 antibodies.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2020Date of Patent: May 18, 2021Assignee: Helion Biotech ApSInventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
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Patent number: 11008404Abstract: The invention relates to antibodies to MASP-2 and functional equivalents thereof. In particular, the invention relates to MASP-2 antibodies capable of inhibiting the function of MASP-2. The invention furthermore discloses MASP-2 epitopes, wherein antibodies recognising said epitopes are in particularly useful for inhibiting MASP-2 activity. The invention also relates to methods of producing said antibodies, methods of inhibiting MASP-2 activity as well as to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the MASP-2 antibodies.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2018Date of Patent: May 18, 2021Assignee: Helion Biotech ApSInventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
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Publication number: 20210126144Abstract: Light-weight, flexible solar panels adapted to prevent inadvertent stress on silicon solar photovoltaic cells inside solar panels. In some examples, a solar panel comprising solar cells includes a plurality of supports, such as one support for each solar cell, with gaps between the supports to allow the panel to flex when strained while protecting the individual cells. In other examples, a solar panel comprises a plurality of solar cells and a support or plural supports designed to accept force applied to the top of the panel and divert such force around the individual cells, without the use of a heavy glass support over top. Some examples may include both individual supports for each cell, with each individual support further adapted to direct applied forces around the individual cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2020Publication date: April 29, 2021Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.Inventor: SUDARSHAN KRISHNAMOORTHY
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Patent number: 10938224Abstract: An electrical energy storage system that can store both grid-based electrical power when electricity prices are low or renewable power generated on-site. It can release the stored electricity for consumer applications when necessary based on a software program and configuration. The system may be networked. The system comprises a port for receiving a central processing unit (CPU), and facilitates the use of different CPU products for different users and uses.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2017Date of Patent: March 2, 2021Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.Inventors: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy, Indradeep Ghosh
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Patent number: 10189909Abstract: The invention relates to antibodies to MASP-2 and functional equivalents thereof. In particular, the invention relates to MASP-2 antibodies capable of inhibiting the function of MASP-2. The invention furthermore discloses MASP-2 epitopes, wherein antibodies recognizing said epitopes are in particularly useful for inhibiting MASP-2 activity. The invention also relates to methods of producing said antibodies, methods of inhibiting MASP-2 activity as well as to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the MASP-2 antibodies.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2015Date of Patent: January 29, 2019Assignee: Helion Biotech ApSInventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
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Publication number: 20180309003Abstract: Light-weight, flexible solar panels adapted to prevent inadvertent stress on silicon solar photovoltaic cells inside solar panels. In some examples, a solar panel comprising solar cells includes a plurality of supports, such as one support for each solar cell, with gaps between the supports to allow the panel to flex when strained while protecting the individual cells. In other examples, a solar panel comprises a plurality of solar cells and a support or plural supports designed to accept force applied to the top of the panel and divert such force around the individual cells, without the use of a heavy glass support over top. Some examples may include both individual supports for each cell, with each individual support further adapted to direct applied forces around the individual cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2018Publication date: October 25, 2018Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
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Publication number: 20180054160Abstract: A solar module comprising a substrate, a honeycomb structure on the substrate, a solar panel on the honeycomb structure, such that the substrate, honeycomb and solar panel form a sandwich having an exterior perimeter, a rotary junction box configured to be manipulated through the substrate between at least first and second electrical configurations, a plurality of electrical couplers along the exterior perimeter, and a plurality of electrical connectors connecting the solar panel, the rotary junction box, and the electrical couplers; wherein the honeycomb structure defines one or more channels and a pocket, the channels facilitating the electrical connectors and the pocket receiving the rotary junction box.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS,INC.Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
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Publication number: 20180054070Abstract: An electrical energy storage system that can store both grid-based electrical power when electricity prices are low or renewable power generated on-site. It can release the stored electricity for consumer applications when necessary based on a software program and configuration. The system may be networked. The system comprises a port for receiving a central processing unit (CPU), and facilitates the use of different CPU products for different users and uses.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2017Publication date: February 22, 2018Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS,INC.Inventors: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy, Indradeep Ghosh
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Patent number: 9865757Abstract: Interconnectable solar photovoltaic appliance that can be connected to each other and other derivative products in multiple series and parallel configurations to supply a specific amount of electrical power to an application requiring electrical energy. The resultant design is modular and expandable. Examples include photovoltaic appliances that are variable in size in shape so as to accommodate the spatial constraints and power requirements of their intended applications.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2015Date of Patent: January 9, 2018Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
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Patent number: 9590344Abstract: Methods and devices for interconnection of Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) and to one another or to other components using ultra low profile electrical connectors. Examples include male and female inserts for placement in the plane of a PCB, and PCB assemblies comprising one or the other of male or female inserts for such placement. Further examples include surface mounted male and female connectors and PCB assemblies, in which the connectors comprise base members and connector elements configured to couple to corresponding assemblies on other PCT assemblies by movement in a horizontal plane relative to the PCB.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2015Date of Patent: March 7, 2017Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
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Publication number: 20170011811Abstract: Examples of advanced fuel cycles for fusion reactors are described. Examples include fuel cycles for use in field reverse configuration (FRC) plasma reactors. In some examples, reaction gases may be removed from a fusion reactor between pulses (e.g. plasmoid collisions). In some examples, a D-3He reaction is performed, with the 3He provided from decay of byproducts of previous reactions (e.g. tritium).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2015Publication date: January 12, 2017Applicant: HELION ENERGY, INC.Inventors: JOHN THOMAS SLOUGH, DAVID EDWIN KIRTLEY, CHRISTOPHER JAMES PIHL