Patents by Inventor Henry B. Maier

Henry B. Maier 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).

  • Beam dancer fusion device
    Patent number: 4341730
    Abstract: This invention relates to and comprises materials for fuel elements, and optical and electromagnetic equipment for ignition and maintenance of controlled fusion processes, for use in powering engines and as an energy source for driving electrical generators for electric power stations. Characteristics for commercial development are described. An approach for intensifying the heat of gas flames is also indicated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 1980
    Date of Patent: July 27, 1982
    Inventor: Henry B. Maier
  • Solar energy collecting and trapping apparatus for home heating or cooling
    Patent number: 4137901
    Abstract: The solar energy collecting and trapping apparatus herein includes a pan with upstanding reflecting side walls and a black bottom, the pan being covered by a reflecting panel and a transparent front panel, whereby the sun energy incident in the apparatus will be trapped by the several reflectors in the body of fluid in the pan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 1977
    Date of Patent: February 6, 1979
    Inventor: Henry B. Maier
  • Low cost system for developing solar cells
    Patent number: 4137096
    Abstract: Low cost solar cells are made by electrodeposition of a metallic coating on a conductive substrate, followed by cathodic conversion of the coating in a thiosulfate containing bath to form metallic sulfides. Electrical contacts are made to portions of the sulfide layer and the coated substrate is dried to a point sufficient to yield a photoresponsive device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 1977
    Date of Patent: January 30, 1979
    Inventor: Henry B. Maier