Patents by Inventor Matthew Christian Nielsen
Matthew Christian Nielsen 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: 7310408Abstract: A system for generating a tunable X-ray pulse comprises a first electron beam source configured to direct a first electron pulse of predetermined energy and pulse length towards a first interaction zone, a laser beam source configured to direct a first photon pulse of predetermined energy and pulse length towards the first interaction zone to interact with the first electron pulse. The first interaction produces a substantially monochromatic second photon pulse of higher photon energy directed towards a second interaction zone, and a second electron beam source configured to direct a second electron pulse of predetermined energy and pulse length towards the second interaction zone so that the second interaction produces an X-ray pulse of predetermined energy and pulse length in a cascaded inverse Compton scattering (ICS) configuration.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2005Date of Patent: December 18, 2007Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Robert John Filkins, John Scott Price, Brian Lee Lawrence, Matthew Christian Nielsen, Joseph John Manak, Bruce Matthew Dunham
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Patent number: 7123015Abstract: A magnetic resonance (MR) system and method for generating information about an object is provided. The MR system comprises at least one MR detector configured to sense a plurality of electromagnetic signals and a modulator coupled to the MR detector and configured to modulate optical signals with the electromagnetic signals to generate corresponding modulated optical signals. The MR system further comprises a resonant matching circuit configured for matching an impedance of the MR detector to an impedance of the modulator to achieve at least one of a voltage gain or a noise performance. An optical conduit coupled to the modulator is configured to transmit the modulated optical signals from within a shielded environment to outside the shielded environment. A signal detector coupled to the optical conduit is configured to convert the modulated optical signals to electrical signals.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2004Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Glen Peter Koste, Ronald Dean Watkins, Richard Louis Frey, Matthew Christian Nielsen, Joseph Alfred Iannotti, Todd Ryan Tolliver
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Patent number: 7030366Abstract: A micro piezo-optic composite transducer comprises: dielectric material; electrodes situated over opposing surfaces of the dielectric material; an optical fiber embedded in the dielectric material, the optical fiber configured to have a wavelength response as a function of material strain; and piezoelectric fibers embedded in the dielectric material and situated on opposing sides of the optical fiber.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2004Date of Patent: April 18, 2006Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Charles Erklin Seeley, Matthew Christian Nielsen, Glen Peter Koste
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Publication number: 20040240784Abstract: An electromagnetic coupler comprising: a coupling waveguide adapted for receiving input modes along an input axis, propagating coupling modes along a coupling axis, and transmitting output modes along an output axis, the output axis being not parallel to the coupling axis; and an output waveguide disposed adjacent the coupling waveguide and adapted for receiving the output modes.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2003Publication date: December 2, 2004Applicant: General Electric CompanyInventors: Min-Yi Shih, Kelvin Ma, Matthew Christian Nielsen, Samhita Dasgupta
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Patent number: 6818466Abstract: A method of fabricating an integrated optoelectronic circuit. The method includes positioning a microchip on a first flexible dielectric substrate. A polymer electro-optic waveguide is positioned on or within the first flexible dielectric substrate. A ground electrode is positioned along the electro-optic waveguide. A signal electrode is positioned along the electro-optic waveguide opposite the ground electrode. A first patterned metallization layer is applied to the first flexible dielectric substrate. A second flexible dielectric substrate is positioned along the first flexible dielectric substrate. A plurality of via openings are provided in the first and second flexible dielectric substrates. A second patterned metallization layer is applied to the second flexible dielectric substrate.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 2003Date of Patent: November 16, 2004Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: William Kornrumpf, Glenn Claydon, Samhita Dasgupta, Robert Filkins, Glenn Forman, Joseph Iannotti, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Patent number: 6773962Abstract: A method for packaging a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) device comprises: using a partially-cured adhesive to attach a release sheet to a MEMS package flexible layer; providing a cavity extending through the release sheet and at least partially through the MEMS package flexible layer; removing the release sheet; and attaching the MEMS device to the MEMS package flexible layer with a MEMS structure of the MEMS device being positioned within the cavity.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2001Date of Patent: August 10, 2004Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Richard Joseph Saia, Kevin Matthew Durocher, Christopher James Kapusta, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Patent number: 6767764Abstract: A method for packaging a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) device comprises: using a partially-cured adhesive to attach a release sheet to a MEMS package flexible layer; providing a cavity extending through the release sheet and at least partially through the MEMS package flexible layer; removing the release sheet; and attaching the MEMS device to the MEMS package flexible layer with a MEMS structure of the MEMS device being positioned within the cavity.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2002Date of Patent: July 27, 2004Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Richard Joseph Saia, Kevin Matthew Durocher, Christopher James Kapusta, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Publication number: 20040126050Abstract: A novel micro optical system as a platform technology for electrical and optical interconnections, thermal and mechanical assembly and integration of electronic, optoelectronic, passive and active components. This platform provides optical coupling and chip-to-chip interconnection by microwave electrical, optical guided and unguided waves, and power or bias electrical contacts or interfaces by a novel chip in flexible circuit, rigid or inflexible embodiments.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2002Publication date: July 1, 2004Inventors: Glenn Scott Claydon, Matthew Christian Nielsen, Samhita Dasgupta, Robert John Filkins, Glenn Alan Forman
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Publication number: 20040120626Abstract: A method of fabricating an integrated optoelectronic circuit. The method includes positioning a microchip on a first flexible dielectric substrate. A polymer electro-optic waveguide is positioned on or within the first flexible dielectric substrate. A ground electrode is positioned along the electro-optic waveguide. A signal electrode is positioned along the electro-optic waveguide opposite the ground electrode. A first patterned metallization layer is applied to the first flexible dielectric substrate. A second flexible dielectric substrate is positioned along the first flexible dielectric substrate. A plurality of via openings are provided in the first and second flexible dielectric substrates. A second patterned metallization layer is applied to the second flexible dielectric substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2003Publication date: June 24, 2004Inventors: William Kornrumpf, Glenn Claydon, Samhita Dasgupta, Robert Filkins, Glenn Forman, Joseph Iannotti, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Patent number: 6711312Abstract: The invention comprises a novel combination of microwave and photonic packaging to arrive a compact, self contained MZI modulator. The nature of the NLO polymer, that is, its large electro-optic coefficient reduces the drive requirements for the integrated power amplifier, allowing a small to medium power amplifier to be used. Microwave high density interconnect (HDI) packaging techniques allow the medium power amplifier to be fabricated into a small assembly, which can be mounted directly to the MZI substrate. The integrated amplifier and modulator provides a significant reduced size and lower power, and high bandwidth advantage when compared with existing devices based on inorganic materials.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2002Date of Patent: March 23, 2004Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: William Kornrumpf, Glenn Claydon, Samhita Dasgupta, Robert Filkins, Glenn Forman, Joseph Iannotti, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Patent number: 6557820Abstract: A two-stage valve for controlling the flow of gas from a pressurized gas supply with an upper main body including a cavity; a lower main body with at least one flow exhaust passage forming a primary flow path through the two-stage valve; a pre-stressed diaphragm sandwiched between the upper and lower main bodies, and pressure control capability for controlling the pressure in the cavity. A secondary flow path exists from the pressurized gas supply through the lower main body, through the upper main body, and terminating in the cavity in the upper main body. A first valve is installed in the secondary flow path to open and close the flow of gas from the pressurized gas supply to the cavity. A second valve installed in an exhaust passage in the upper main body allows the pressure in the cavity to exhaust to the environment. When the second valve is closed, the pressure in the cavity in the upper main body can be increased to lower the pre-stressed diaphragm.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 2001Date of Patent: May 6, 2003Assignee: Lockheed Martin CorporationInventors: Todd Garrett Wetzel, Matthew Christian Nielsen, Stanton Earl Weaver, Jr., Renato Guida, James Wilson Rose, Laura Jean Meyer
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Patent number: 6560385Abstract: An optical coupler comprises a fiber optic prism (FOP) comprising first, second, and third side surfaces, the FOP being adapted to receive light through the first side surface, reflect the received light from the third side surface, and transmit the reflected light through the second side surface. The FOP may be used in an optical coupling arrangement comprising a substrate including a light element and a wave guide overlying the substrate, with the optical being situated such that one of the first and second side surfaces is adjacent the light element and the other of the first and second side surfaces is adjacent the wave guide.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2001Date of Patent: May 6, 2003Assignee: General Electric CompanyInventors: Renato Guida, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Publication number: 20020175302Abstract: A two-stage valve for controlling the flow of gas from a pressurized gas supply with an upper main body including a cavity; a lower main body with at least one flow exhaust passage forming a primary flow path through the two-stage valve; a pre-stressed diaphragm sandwiched between the upper and lower main bodies, and pressure control capability for controlling the pressure in the cavity. A secondary flow path exists from the pressurized gas supply through the lower main body, through the upper main body, and terminating in the cavity in the upper main body. A first valve is installed in the secondary flow path to open and close the flow of gas from the pressurized gas supply to the cavity. A second valve installed in an exhaust passage in the upper main body allows the pressure in the cavity to exhaust to the environment. When the second valve is closed, the pressure in the cavity in the upper main body can be increased to lower the pre-stressed diaphragm.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2001Publication date: November 28, 2002Applicant: Lockeheed Martin CorporationInventors: Todd Garrett Wetzel, Matthew Christian Nielsen, Stanton Earl Weaver, Renato Guida, James Wilson Rose, Laura Jean Meyer
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Publication number: 20020176664Abstract: An optical coupler comprises a fiber optic prism (FOP) comprising first, second, and third side surfaces, the FOP being adapted to receive light through the first side surface, reflect the received light from the third side surface, and transmit the reflected light through the second side surface. The FOP may be used in an optical coupling arrangement comprising a substrate including a light element and a wave guide overlying the substrate, with the optical being situated such that one of the first and second side surfaces is adjacent the light element and the other of the first and second side surfaces is adjacent the wave guide.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2001Publication date: November 28, 2002Inventors: Renato Guida, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Publication number: 20020173080Abstract: A method for packaging a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) device comprises: using a partially-cured adhesive to attach a release sheet to a MEMS package flexible layer; providing a cavity extending through the release sheet and at least partially through the MEMS package flexible layer; removing the release sheet; and attaching the MEMS device to the MEMS package flexible layer with a MEMS structure of the MEMS device being positioned within the cavity.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2002Publication date: November 21, 2002Inventors: Richard Joseph Saia, Kevin Matthew Durocher, Christopher James Kapusta, Matthew Christian Nielsen
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Publication number: 20020132391Abstract: A method for packaging a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) device comprises: using a partially-cured adhesive to attach a release sheet to a MEMS package flexible layer; providing a cavity extending through the release sheet and at least partially through the MEMS package flexible layer; removing the release sheet; and attaching the MEMS device to the MEMS package flexible layer with a MEMS structure of the MEMS device being positioned within the cavity.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2001Publication date: September 19, 2002Inventors: Richard Joseph Saia, Kevin Matthew Durocher, Christopher James Kapusta, Matthew Christian Nielsen