Patents by Inventor Thomas Derco

Thomas Derco 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).

  • Patent number: 6896421
    Abstract: A method of positioning an optoelectronic device, for example a vertical cavity surface emitting laser, onto an optical fiber connector and maintaining that exact alignment while testing the quality of the optical output prior to applying an adhesive to make the interface permanent. The method includes the utilization of a multi-piece fixture which clamps the elements into position, allows for testing, and provides a fixture to maintain position throughout the curing process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2005
    Assignee: Lockheed Martin Corporation
    Inventors: Robert J. Monson, Richard L. Cellini, Jianhua Yan, Thomas Derco, Charles Kryzak, Brian Leininger
  • Publication number: 20040165836
    Abstract: A method of positioning an optoelectronic device, for example a vertical cavity surface emitting laser, onto an optical fiber connector and maintaining that exact alignment while testing the quality of the optical output prior to applying an adhesive to make the interface permanent. The method includes the utilization of a multi-piece fixture which clamps the elements into position, allows for testing, and provides a fixture to maintain position throughout the curing process.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2003
    Publication date: August 26, 2004
    Inventors: Robert J. Monson, Richard L. Cellini, Jianhua Yan, Thomas Derco, Charles Kryzak, Brian Leininger