Patents by Inventor Mark K. Browder
Mark K. Browder 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).
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Patent number: 8923359Abstract: The presently disclosed technique presents laser-based method and apparatus for use in remote sensing. In general, objects within a field of view are lased by a long cavity laser apparatus. Returns are detected, captured, and processed to identify actual objects of interest. These can then be communicated to a user. Over time, the actual objects of interest can be auto-tracked.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2011Date of Patent: December 30, 2014Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: Gary Paul Perryman, Mark K. Browder, James Richard Wood
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Patent number: 8442090Abstract: A method and apparatus recycle residual energy in an optical parametric burst source.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2011Date of Patent: May 14, 2013Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: G. Paul Perryman, James Richard Wood, Mark K. Browder, Edward Miesak
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Patent number: 8411821Abstract: The present disclosure presents, in various aspects and embodiments, a 3D X-ray reflection microscopy imaging technique. Some aspects are directed to various embodiments of an apparatus for use in such a technique, such as an X-ray reflection microscopy imaging system. Other aspects are directed to various embodiments of a method for use in such a technique, like a method for generating an X-ray image that has a grayscale response proportional to range. Some, though not all, aspects of the technique are computer-implemented, and so include encoded program storage media, programmed computing apparatuses, and computer-implemented methods.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2009Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: Lockheed Martin Corp.Inventors: James Richard Wood, Mark K. Browder
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Patent number: 8411820Abstract: The present disclosure presents, in various aspects and embodiments, a 3D X-ray microscopy imaging technique. Some aspects are directed to various embodiments of an apparatus for use in such a technique, such as an X-ray microscopy imaging system. Other aspects are directed to various embodiments of a method for use in such a technique, like a method for generating an X-ray image that has a grayscale response proportional to range. Some, though not all, aspects of the technique are computer-implemented, and so include encoded program storage media, programmed computing apparatuses, and computer-implemented methods.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2009Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: Lockheed Martin Corp.Inventors: Mark K. Browder, J. Richard Wood, William B. Shores
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Patent number: 8319435Abstract: The invention, in its various aspects and embodiments, comprises a method and apparatus for an optical filament launch. In one aspect, the present invention generates a plurality of plasma filaments defining a radio frequency propagation path. In a second aspect, the present invention generates a pulsed plasma filament RF transmission line.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2008Date of Patent: November 27, 2012Assignee: Lockheed Martin Corp.Inventors: James R. Wood, Mark K. Browder
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Patent number: 7849919Abstract: Systems are disclosed for providing a plasma conduit maintaining ionized particles within a perforation hole in a body, and a power source configured to provide electrical power through the plasma conduit. Methods are disclosed for detonating a plasma generator, the detonation forming a plasma conduit within a body perforation hole, and connecting a power source to the plasma conduit, the power source configured to provide electrical power through the plasma conduit. Systems are also disclosed for generating a plasma conduit. The system includes two or more explosive devices containing ionizable material, and the explosive devices are adapted to, upon detonation, form a plasma conduit in a body by generating intersecting perforation holes including plasma for conducting electrical energy from a power source.Type: GrantFiled: June 22, 2007Date of Patent: December 14, 2010Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: James R. Wood, Mark K. Browder, Richard V. Shone
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Patent number: 7656989Abstract: A plasma antenna generator includes an ionizable material, an explosive charge capable of projecting the ionizable material upon detonation, and a detonator coupled with the explosive charge. An electromagnetic pulse transmitting system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator and a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator. A method includes providing an explosive device comprising an ionizable material, detonating the explosive device to propel the ionizable material, and ionizing the ionizable material to form at least one plasma trail. A sensing system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator, a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator, and a sensing system capable of receiving and analyzing at least a portion of the electromagnetic pulse after being reflected from an interface.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2004Date of Patent: February 2, 2010Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: James R. Wood, Roger W. Melin, Mark K. Browder, Steve E. Calico
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Publication number: 20080314732Abstract: Systems are disclosed for providing a plasma conduit maintaining ionized particles within a perforation hole in a body, and a power source configured to provide electrical power through the plasma conduit. Methods are disclosed for detonating a plasma generator, the detonation forming a plasma conduit within a body perforation hole, and connecting a power source to the plasma conduit, the power source configured to provide electrical power through the plasma conduit. Systems are also disclosed for generating a plasma conduit. The system includes two or more explosive devices containing ionizable material, and the explosive devices are adapted to, upon detonation, form a plasma conduit in a body by generating intersecting perforation holes including plasma for conducting electrical energy from a power source.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2007Publication date: December 25, 2008Applicant: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: James R. Wood, Mark K. Browder, Richard V. Shone
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Patent number: 7225740Abstract: A plasma antenna generator includes an ionizable material, an explosive charge capable of projecting the ionizable material upon detonation, and a detonator coupled with the explosive charge. An electromagnetic pulse transmitting system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator and a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator. A method includes providing an explosive device comprising an ionizable material, detonating the explosive device to propel the ionizable material, and ionizing the ionizable material to form at least one plasma trail. A sensing system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator, a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator, and a sensing system capable of receiving and analyzing at least a portion of the electromagnetic pulse after being reflected from an interface.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2004Date of Patent: June 5, 2007Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: James R. Wood, Roger W. Melin, Mark K. Browder, Steve E. Calico
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Patent number: 6843178Abstract: A plasma antenna generator includes an ionizable material, an explosive charge capable of projecting the ionizable material upon detonation, and a detonator coupled with the explosive charge. An electromagnetic pulse transmitting system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator and a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator. A method includes providing an explosive device comprising an ionizable material, detonating the explosive device to propel the ionizable material, and ionizing the ionizable material to form at least one plasma trail. A sensing system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator, a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator, and a sensing system capable of receiving and analyzing at least a portion of the electromagnetic pulse after being reflected from an interface.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2002Date of Patent: January 18, 2005Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: James R. Wood, Roger W. Melin, Mark K. Browder, Steve E. Calico
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Publication number: 20040036419Abstract: A plasma antenna generator includes an ionizable material, an explosive charge capable of projecting the ionizable material upon detonation, and a detonator coupled with the explosive charge. An electromagnetic pulse transmitting system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator and a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator. A method includes providing an explosive device comprising an ionizable material, detonating the explosive device to propel the ionizable material, and ionizing the ionizable material to form at least one plasma trail. A sensing system includes an electromagnetic pulse generator, a plasma antenna generator capable of reradiating an electromagnetic pulse emitted from the electromagnetic pulse generator, and a sensing system capable of receiving and analyzing at least a portion of the electromagnetic pulse after being reflected from an interface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2002Publication date: February 26, 2004Inventors: James R. Wood, Roger W. Melin, Mark K. Browder, Steve E. Calico
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Publication number: 20030193319Abstract: An apparatus and method for powering a platform from an ambient electrostatic gradient are disclosed. The apparatus includes an ion powered platform comprises a platform body, an electrical load carried by the platform body; and an electrically conductive probe. The electrically conductive probe is electrically connected to the electrical load at a first point thereon and adapted to generate electrical energy from an ambient electrostatic field gradient. The electrically conductive probe extends from the electrical load such that a second point thereon is vertically displaced from the first point and on the opposite connection of the load.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2002Publication date: October 16, 2003Inventors: James Rick Wood, Mark K. Browder