Patents Assigned to Helion
  • Publication number: 20240136165
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2023
    Publication date: April 25, 2024
    Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.
    Inventors: David Kirtley, Anthony Pancotti, Christopher James Pihl
  • Publication number: 20240113511
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2023
    Publication date: April 4, 2024
    Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Hine, David Kirtley, Erik Scott McKee, Christopher James Pihl, James Melvin Pihl, Jim True, George Votroubek
  • Publication number: 20240107652
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 4, 2023
    Publication date: March 28, 2024
    Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.
    Inventors: David Kirtley, Richard Milroy, Anthony Pancotti, Christopher James Pihl, George Votroubek
  • Patent number: 11935979
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2024
    Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.
    Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
  • Publication number: 20230041682
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2022
    Publication date: February 9, 2023
    Applicant: Helion Energy, Inc.
    Inventors: John Thomas Slough, David Edwin Kirtley, Christopher James Pihl
  • Patent number: 11469003
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2022
    Assignee: HELION ENERGY, INC.
    Inventors: John Thomas Slough, David Edwin Kirtley, Christopher James Pihl
  • Patent number: 11225526
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignee: Helion Biotech ApS
    Inventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
  • Patent number: 11049620
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 29, 2021
    Assignee: HELION ENERGY, INC.
    Inventor: John T. Slough
  • Patent number: 11025193
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2021
    Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.
    Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
  • Patent number: 11008405
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: Helion Biotech ApS
    Inventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
  • Patent number: 11008404
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: Helion Biotech ApS
    Inventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
  • Publication number: 20210126144
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2020
    Publication date: April 29, 2021
    Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.
    Inventor: SUDARSHAN KRISHNAMOORTHY
  • Patent number: 10938224
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.
    Inventors: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy, Indradeep Ghosh
  • Patent number: 10189909
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 29, 2019
    Assignee: Helion Biotech ApS
    Inventors: Flemming Larsen, Ulla Wahlers
  • Publication number: 20180309003
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2018
    Publication date: October 25, 2018
    Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.
    Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
  • Publication number: 20180054160
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2017
    Publication date: February 22, 2018
    Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS,INC.
    Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
  • Publication number: 20180054070
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: August 16, 2017
    Publication date: February 22, 2018
    Applicant: HELION CONCEPTS,INC.
    Inventors: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy, Indradeep Ghosh
  • Patent number: 9865757
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.
    Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
  • Patent number: 9590344
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2017
    Assignee: HELION CONCEPTS, INC.
    Inventor: Sudarshan Krishnamoorthy
  • Publication number: 20170011811
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2015
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Applicant: HELION ENERGY, INC.
    Inventors: JOHN THOMAS SLOUGH, DAVID EDWIN KIRTLEY, CHRISTOPHER JAMES PIHL