Patents by Inventor Matthew L. Cates

Matthew L. Cates 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).

  • Fouling release coating for marine vessels and method of application
    Patent number: 6048580
    Abstract: A fouling release coating for marine vessels includes a first adhesive coating formed from a mixture of silicone elastomer and thinner and a second adhesive coating formed from a mixture of silicone elastomer, release additive, and thinner. When applied by spraying, the first adhesive coating is preferably formed from a mixture of approximately 60% silicone elastomer, approximately 20% hydrocarbon solvent, and approximately 20% silicone fluid. The second adhesive coating is preferably formed from a mixture of approximately 54% silicone elastomer, approximately 20% hydrocarbon solvent, approximately 20% silicone fluid, and approximately 6% release additive. A method for applying the fouling release coating to a marine vessel is also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Assignee: Excelda Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: Brian K. Carter, Matthew L. Cates