Patents by Inventor Michael E. Manna

Michael E. Manna 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).

  • Lithium ion polymer cell separator
    Patent number: 5962162
    Abstract: A lithium ion cell with a polymeric anode and cathode and a separator therebetween. The separator, such as of non-woven polymeric fibers is provided with its own discrete structure, without carrier substrate, and with structural integrity, apart from being laminated/compressed between the polymeric anode and cathode elements. Operable cells are made thinner despite the self supporting discrete structure, with obtained improved rate capacity and high temperature performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: October 5, 1999
    Assignee: Ultralife Batteries Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph N. Barrella, Michael E. Manna