Patents by Inventor James N. Curnew

James N. Curnew 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).

  • Tamper-protected DRAM memory module
    Patent number: 8331189
    Abstract: A dynamic memory module is fitted with a tamper detection circuit and a memory clear circuit responsive to a detected tampering signal for clearing the memory. A power retention circuit powers the memory, the tamper detection circuit, and the clearing circuit in the event that the main power fails. Failure of the main power or a System Reset may also initiate memory clearing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2012
    Assignee: Lockheed Martin Corporation
    Inventors: Eric T. Pancoast, James N. Curnew, Scott M. Sawyer