Patents by Inventor Richard E. Volkmann

Richard E. Volkmann 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).

  • Method of forming a metallic film
    Patent number: 5660892
    Abstract: A metallic film is disclosed. The film has a layer of an organic polymer substrate having an sulfur-reactive surface, to which is adhered a vapor deposited metallic layer. Optionally, a metallic halide layer is formed on the metallic layer to provide depolarizing capacity for the metallic film. Methods of making and using the metallic film are disclosed. Biomedical electrodes, including radiolucent defibrillation electrodes, window films, optical reflectors, and flexible electronic circuits are articles which can use the metallic film as a component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 26, 1997
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: William B. Robbins, Leif Christensen, Richard E. Volkmann, Rafael M. Yasis, Laura M. Aguilar
  • Metallic films and articles using same
    Patent number: 5506059
    Abstract: A metallic film is disclosed. The film has a layer of an organic polymer substrate having an sulfur-reactive surface, to which is adhered a vapor deposited metallic layer. Optionally, a metallic halide layer is formed on the metallic layer to provide depolarizing capacity for the metallic film. Methods of making and using the metallic film are disclosed. Biomedical electrodes, including radiolucent defibrillation electrodes, window films, optical reflectors, and flexible electronic circuits are articles which can use the metallic film as a component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 1993
    Date of Patent: April 9, 1996
    Assignee: Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
    Inventors: William B. Robbins, Leif Christensen, Richard E. Volkmann, Rafael M. Yasis