Patents by Inventor Lewis C. King

Lewis C. King 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).

  • Shape memory alloy composite fabric pressure vessel and diving suit
    Patent number: 11965492
    Abstract: A shape memory alloy composite fabric and a method of use is provided in underwater pressure vessels and as flexible joints in atmospheric diving suits. The atmospheric diving suit internal pressure is one atmosphere for underwater transit to and from an underwater work site. During operations at a work site, the shape memory alloy joints transform to a martensite phase and enable greater flexibility while the pressure in the atmospheric diving suit equalizes with ambient depth pressure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2024
    Inventors: Thomas E Hansen, Lewis B Shattuck, IV, Simon E Freeman, Rylan C King
  • Axisymmetrical annular plug nozzle
    Patent number: 3940067
    Abstract: An annular plug nozzle for a rocket propulsion unit, designed for the shost possible length, and contoured wall structure capable of withstanding exposure to motor chamber and exhaust environment for extended operating time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 1969
    Date of Patent: February 24, 1976
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: Charles C. Cherry, Lewis C. King