Patents by Inventor John M. Edwards

John M. Edwards 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: 11223429
    Abstract: A communication system and method is described, including two or more transceivers at different locations, in which a region of the atmosphere at an altitude ranging from 150-350 KM is modified by applying an E-Field strength of 0.2 V/m to create a High-Frequency Ionized Lines/High-Frequency Plasma Lines (HFIL/HFPL) region. The HFIL/HFPL region provides a means for incoming RF transmission signals to be isotropically repeated and received by transceivers at other distant locations within line-of-sight of the HFIL/HFPL region. Incoming RF transmissions into the HFIL/HFPL region may use radio frequencies ranging from 100 MHz-20 GHz. The system described offers a means for users to transmit data from one over-the-horizon location to another at distances up to 4800 km without wires or physical satellites.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2022
    Inventors: Levi E. Kunkel, John M. Edwards, II
  • Publication number: 20200304214
    Abstract: A communication system and method is described, including two or more transceivers at different locations, in which a region of the atmosphere at an altitude ranging from 150-350 KM is modified by applying an E-Field strength of 0.2 V/m to create a High-Frequency Ionized Lines/High-Frequency Plasma Lines (HFIL/HFPL) region. The HFIL/HFPL region provides a means for incoming RF transmission signals to be isotropically repeated and received by transceivers at other distant locations within line-of-sight of the HFIL/HFPL region. Incoming RF transmissions into the HFIL/HFPL region may use radio frequencies ranging from 100 MHz-20 GHz. The system described offers a means for users to transmit data from one over-the-horizon location to another at distances up to 4800 km without wires or physical satellites.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2020
    Publication date: September 24, 2020
    Applicant: Fourth State Communications, LLC
    Inventors: Levi E. Kunkel, John M. Edwards, II
  • Patent number: 10680721
    Abstract: A communication system and method is described, including two or more transceivers at different locations, in which a region of the atmosphere at an altitude ranging from 150-350 KM is modified by applying an E-Field strength of 0.2 V/m to create a High-Frequency Ionized Lines/High-Frequency Plasma Lines (HFIL/HFPL) region. The HFIL/HFPL region provides a means for incoming RF transmission signals to be isotropically repeated and received by transceivers at other distant locations within line-of-sight of the HFIL/HFPL region. Incoming RF transmissions into the HFIL/HFPL region may use radio frequencies ranging from 100 MHz-20 GHz. The system described offers a means for users to transmit data from one over-the-horizon location to another at distances up to 4800 km without wires or physical satellites.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2020
    Assignee: FOURTH STATE COMMUNICATIONS, LLC.
    Inventors: Levi E. Kunkel, John M. Edwards, II
  • Patent number: 10601503
    Abstract: A communication system and method is described, comprising of two or more locations in which an artificially modulated ionized region is created at one or more locations and either passively or actively remotely sensed from another distant location, to create a communication exchange between locations which may lie over-the-horizon from one another. The height of the artificially modulated ionized region may be adjusted in altitude, to optimize the communications link for either maximum distance, or low latency. The system and method may use radio frequencies ranging from 400-2400 MHz, at power levels ranging from 1-10 MW to remain above a threshold where the negative effects of atmospheric ducting may occur, but also low enough to avoid the negative effects of rain fading at higher frequencies. This frequency range may be optimal for reliable use in adverse weather conditions and able to produce data rates that are commercially viable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2020
    Assignee: FOURTH STATE COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    Inventors: Levi E. Kunkel, Deke E. Kunkel, Joseph M. Reynolds, John M. Edwards, II
  • Publication number: 20200059304
    Abstract: A communication system and method is described, including two or more transceivers at different locations, in which a region of the atmosphere at an altitude ranging from 150-350 KM is modified by applying an E-Field strength of 0.2V/m to create a High-Frequency Ionized Lines/High-Frequency Plasma Lines (HFIL/HFPL) region. The HFIL/HFPL region provides a means for incoming RF transmission signals to be isotropically repeated and received by transceivers at other distant locations within line-of-sight of the HFIL/HFPL region. Incoming RF transmissions into the HFIL/HFPL region may use radio frequencies ranging from 100 MHz-20 GHz. The system described offers a means for users to transmit data from one over-the-horizon location to another at distances up to 4800 km without wires or physical satellites.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2019
    Publication date: February 20, 2020
    Applicant: Fourth State Communications, LLC
    Inventors: Levi E. Kunkel, John M. Edwards, II
  • Patent number: 6775038
    Abstract: A configurable shield and methods related to same by which the ambient light in conventionally illuminated venues can be largely prevented from falling onto or around a screen such that images displayed on the screen are generally not degraded in quality. The configurable shield includes shield components that are preferably of a durable, yet light weight construction such that the components can be easily transported, assembled, and moved into position for use, then disassembled by one or a few individuals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2004
    Inventors: Paul R. Edwards, John M. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20030099036
    Abstract: A configurable shield and methods related to same by which the ambient light in conventionally illuminated venues can be largely prevented from falling onto or around a screen such that images displayed on the screen are generally not degraded in quality. The configurable shield includes shield components that are preferably of a durable, yet light weight construction such that the components can be easily transported, assembled, and moved into position for use, then disassembled by one or a few individuals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Publication date: May 29, 2003
    Inventors: Paul R. Edwards, John M. Edwards
  • Patent number: 6519086
    Abstract: A configurable shield and methods related to same by which the ambient light in conventionally illuminated venues can be largely prevented from falling onto or around a screen such that images displayed on the screen are generally not degraded in quality. The configurable shield includes shield components that are preferably of a durable, yet light weight construction such that the components can be easily transported, assembled, and moved into position for use, then disassembled by one or a few individuals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2003
    Inventors: Paul R. Edwards, John M. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20020063956
    Abstract: A configurable shield and methods related to same by which the ambient light in conventionally illuminated venues can be largely prevented from falling onto or around a screen such that images displayed on the screen are generally not degraded in quality. The configurable shield includes shield components that are preferably of a durable, yet light weight construction such that the components can be easily transported, assembled, and moved into position for use, then disassembled by one or a few individuals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2000
    Publication date: May 30, 2002
    Inventors: Paul R. Edwards, John M. Edwards
  • Patent number: D667076
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Inventors: Benjamin S. Wihry, John M. Edwards