Patents by Inventor Hal P. Abel

Hal P. Abel 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).

  • Solderable plated plastic components and process for plating _
    Patent number: 4495253
    Abstract: A particular plastic material is formed into the desired component shape and then is plated by a process comprising; a particular surface preparation step, electroless deposition and electrolytic deposition which results in excellent plating adhesion. The plated component is then assembled with other components manufactured in the same manner or with compatible metal components such as aluminum and soldered together in a disclosed hot oil dip soldering process. In the soldering process, the plated plastic substrate is completely immersed in a hot oil medium at a temperature of approximately 243.degree. C. (470.degree. F.) for a time of approximately 60 seconds for solder reflow.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 1983
    Date of Patent: January 22, 1985
    Assignee: Hughes Aircraft Company
    Inventor: Hal P. Abel