Patents Assigned to HVM Technology, Inc.
  • Shock-resistant image intensifier
    Patent number: 9136085
    Abstract: In one exemplary embodiment, a shock-resistant night vision assembly is configured to detect a high-acceleration event, for example, resulting from a round or burst of high-caliber rifle fire. Upon detecting the event, a voltage such as a photocathode voltage is forced to an inactive or protective level and held there for approximately 50 ms, giving time for mechanical excursions of the microchannel plate to settle out. Damage from physical impact and electrostatic discharge may thus be mitigated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: HVM Technology, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael R. Saldana
  • SHOCK-RESISTANT IMAGE INTENSIFIER
    Publication number: 20130320192
    Abstract: In one exemplary embodiment, a shock-resistant night vision assembly is configured to detect a high-acceleration event, for example, resulting from a round or burst of high-caliber rifle fire. Upon detecting the event, a voltage such as a photocathode voltage is forced to an inactive or protective level and held there for approximately 50 ms, giving time for mechanical excursions of the microchannel plate to settle out. Damage from physical impact and electrostatic discharge may thus be mitigated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2013
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Applicant: HVM Technology, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael R. Saldana