Patents by Inventor David L. Meeker

David L. Meeker 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: 5605744
    Abstract: Rigid composite laminates of paper and glass layers, suitable for use as ouflage, are provided. This combination of components allows for great versatility in the final design and utility. A strong bond is obtained between paper and a fiberglass layer due to formation of a resin-cellulose matrix which allows interbonding between the paper and fibrous glass. The composite laminates may include other coatings or signature control layers and can be used as simple appliques or construction materials. A method for preparing the composite laminates is also provided wherein the paper is treated to enhance porosity in the formation of the resin-cellulose matrix.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 1995
    Date of Patent: February 25, 1997
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventors: Jonathan C. Duke, Jr., Bartley P. Durst, David L. Meeker
  • Patent number: 5567950
    Abstract: A passive, rigid, durable and inexpensive lane marker device that allows remote observations of visual and infrared electromagnetic (EM) signatures. The rugged and rigid construction of the device permits flexible deployment thereof, either by manual placement or by air drop thereof. The lane marker is particularly suitable for hostile military environments which in turn enhances the survivability of military equipment. The lane marker herein is a bispectral lane marker (BLM) that functions as a "thermal mirror" such that thermal EM radiation is reflected in the direction of an approaching moving object such as a plane or land vehicle that are equipped with a thermal imaging system (TIS). The device is a rigid dihedral structure that reflects ambient radiant conditions for intended observation by a TIS.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 22, 1996
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventors: David L. Meeker, Kenneth G. Hall
  • Patent number: 5474837
    Abstract: Rigid composite laminates of paper and glass layers, suitable for use as camouflage, are provided. This combination of components allows for great versatility in the final design and utility. A strong bond is obtained between paper and a fiberglass layer due to formation of a resin-cellulose matrix which allows interbonding between the paper and fibrous glass. The composite laminates may include other coatings or signature control layers and can be used as simple appliques or construction materials. A method for preparing the composite laminates is also provided wherein the paper is treated to enhance porosity in the formation of the resin-cellulose matrix.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 1994
    Date of Patent: December 12, 1995
    Assignee: The United States Government as Represented by the Secretary of the Army
    Inventors: Jonathan C. Duke, Jr., Patrick B. Durst, David L. Meeker