Patents by Inventor Billy J. Pearson

Billy J. Pearson 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).

  • Pressure sensitive switch structure
    Patent number: 4296406
    Abstract: The present invention switch comprises a pair of electrodes separated by resilient resistive material which changes resistance several orders of magnitude in response to light pressure. Sensing and amplifying means are provided to detect a predetermined change in resistance. An array of a plurality of such switches may be arranged in a switching matrix to provide any desired form of switch controls or a keyboard for numerous electronic applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1979
    Date of Patent: October 20, 1981
    Assignee: Sperry Corporation
    Inventor: Billy J. Pearson