Patents by Inventor Norman D. Albertsen

Norman D. Albertsen 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).

  • Multiple seafloor storage and supply system
    Patent number: 4007700
    Abstract: The mobile seafloor storage structure for storing POL (petroleum, oils, licants) comprising a pair of cylindrically-shaped enclosures having hemispherical-shaped end members. The two cylindrically-shaped enclosures are connected together by top, bottom and end members such that a center enclosure is formed between the pair of cylindrically-shaped enclosures. Various interconnections and related valves are utilized for moving POL, seawater, and gases from enclosure to enclosure thereby maneuvering the structure between the sea surface and the seafloor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 1975
    Date of Patent: February 15, 1977
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
    Inventors: Harvey H. Haynes, Norman D. Albertsen, Lawrence F. Kahn