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1.

COLLECTIVE CONTROL USING VERTICAL VELOCITY

      
Application Number 18503534
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-07
First Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Geiger, Derek H.
  • Kinkead, William M.

Abstract

Collective control using vertical velocity is provided. A system can include a data processing system comprising one or more processors, coupled with memory. The data processing system can receive, from a sensor, a velocity of an aerial vehicle along a vertical axis of a body of the aerial vehicle. The data processing system can generate a command for collective control of a pitch of blades of a rotor of the aerial vehicle based on a comparison of the velocity with a reference. The data processing system can control, via an actuator, the pitch of the blades of the rotor in accordance with the command.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64C 27/72 - Means acting on blades
  • B64D 45/00 - Aircraft indicators or protectors not otherwise provided for

2.

PRECISE LOCALIZATION AND MAPPING OF ALTITUDINAL SYSTEMS OVER DYNAMIC SURFACES

      
Application Number 18502450
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-06
First Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Chankaya, Kurt M.

Abstract

A method for identifying a precise localization and mapping of an altitudinal system with respect to dynamic surfaces is presented. The method includes receiving a time-dependent map of a patch of a dynamic surface. The time-dependent map is captured by a first altitudinal system having a known location with respect to the dynamic surface. The method includes receiving a terrain map of a first set of terrain features of the patch of the dynamic surface. The terrain map is captured by a second altitudinal system having an approximate location with respect to the dynamic surface. The method includes comparing the first set of terrain features to a second set of terrain features stored in a database, and identifying, based on the comparison of the first set of terrain features and the second set of terrain features, a precise location of the second altitudinal system with respect to the dynamic surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01C 21/00 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups

3.

Tailorable Polyorbital-Hybrid Ceramics

      
Application Number 18972045
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-06
First Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Findley, David Glen

Abstract

In an embodiment, a method includes producing a mixed feedstock of at least three halogenated monomer feedstocks. A first of the at least three halogenated monomer feedstocks includes an SP3 carbon, a second of the at least three halogenated monomer feedstocks includes an SP2 carbon, and a third of the at least three halogenated monomer feedstocks includes at least two SP1 carbons. The method further includes producing a polyorbital-hybrid pre-ceramic polymer comprising the SP1 carbons, the SP2 carbon, and the SP3 carbon. The polyorbital-hybrid pre-ceramic polymer is produced by reducing the mixed feedstock such that one or more halogen atoms are removed from the mixed feedstock. The method also includes fabricating the polyorbital-hybrid pre-ceramic polymer into a greenware form and producing a polyorbital-hybrid ceramic carbon comprising the SP1 carbons, the SP2 carbon, and the SP3 carbon. The polyorbital-hybrid ceramic carbon is produced by thermolyzing the polyorbital pre-ceramic polymer.

IPC Classes  ?

4.

STRESS REDUCING FASTENER ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 19012504
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-07
First Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kopanski, Krzysztof D.

Abstract

A method of coupling a first structure to a second structure includes providing a first bushing within an opening in an upper surface of the first structure, without the first bushing extending into a second opening in the second structure. The method further includes providing an inner opening of the first bushing which defines an inner diameter, and providing a fastener at least partially within the first bushing and at least partially within the second opening. An outer surface of the fastener defines an outer diameter. The first bushing and the fastener are configured such that a space between the outer surface of the fastener and the inner opening of the first bushing defines a gap dimensioned to increase in a direction away from the upper surface of the first structure.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 35/02 - Rigid support of bearing unitsHousings, e.g. caps, covers in the case of sliding-contact bearings
  • B64C 11/04 - Blade mountings
  • B64C 27/48 - Root attachment to rotor head
  • F16B 5/02 - Joining sheets or plates to one another or to strips or bars parallel to them by means of fastening members using screw-thread
  • F16C 17/02 - Sliding-contact bearings for exclusively rotary movement for radial load only

5.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING TRAFFIC PACKETS

      
Application Number US2023081579
Publication Number 2025/095988
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-11-29
Publication Date 2025-05-08
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Hale, Robert W.
  • Borowski, Kyle Alan

Abstract

Embodiments provide a system for managing traffic packets of application components. The system includes a security controller. The security controller may be coupled to a plurality of application components. The security controller includes one or more memories and a plurality of processors. The one or more memories are operable to store a set of application components features of each application component of the plurality of application components. The processors may be coupled with the memories and a processor may be configured to perform one or more steps. The processor receives traffic packets from a set of the plurality of application components coupled to the security controller. The processor receives traffic packets from a set of the plurality of application components coupled to the security controller. The processor inspects the traffic packets of the set of the plurality of application components to determine an application component feature of each of the application components in the set of the plurality of application components. The processor compares the application component feature of each of the application components with the set of application components features. The processor performs one or more operations to manage the traffic packets of each of the set of the plurality of application components based on comparing the application component feature of each of the set of the plurality of application components with the set of application components features.

6.

Deep replacement: reinforcement learning-based constellation management and autonomous replacement

      
Application Number 17185806
Grant Number 12291357
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-25
First Publication Date 2025-05-06
Grant Date 2025-05-06
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Kopacz, Joseph Ryan

Abstract

An artificial intelligence (AI) system includes an agent to learn a policy and provide an action; the agent can be a neural network. The AI system further includes a processor to process information associated with the action and provide a state and a reward to the agent. The state is based on a number of state variables, and the agent further updates the policy based on multiple updates of the state variables to achieve the highest reward.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06N 3/04 - Architecture, e.g. interconnection topology
  • B64G 3/00 - Observing or tracking cosmonautic vehicles
  • B64G 7/00 - Simulating cosmonautic conditions, e.g. for conditioning crews
  • B64G 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • G06N 3/08 - Learning methods
  • G06Q 10/20 - Administration of product repair or maintenance
  • H04W 84/06 - Airborne or Satellite Networks

7.

Modular Full Duplex Aperture Antenna Subarrays

      
Application Number 18443708
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-16
First Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Lucchesi, Frank
  • Wink, Timothy Patrick
  • Jastram, Nathan

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for aperture antenna arrays and electronically steered arrays (ESAs). A modular subarray is provided that includes horn apertures coupled to corresponding waveguide polarizers coupled to transmit waveguide filters and receive waveguide filters that establish transmit ports and receive ports. The transmit ports and the receive ports are coupled through a waveguide adapter plate to individual isolation cavities each formed in a body of an amplifier-filter module that houses amplifier/filter elements and couple transmit radio frequency signaling and receive radio frequency signaling to coaxial connections penetrating the isolation cavities. The subarray also includes a circuit card assembly comprising the coaxial connections coupled to stripline links formed by a printed circuit board, wherein the stripline links couple to beamforming circuitry, and a high-density digital connector mounted to the circuit card assembly and configured to carry input/output radio frequency signaling for the subarray to/from the beamforming circuitry.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 21/06 - Arrays of individually energised antenna units similarly polarised and spaced apart
  • H01Q 21/00 - Antenna arrays or systems

8.

CABLE MANAGEMENT DRIVE SYSTEM FOR INDUSTRIAL ROBOTS

      
Application Number 18499907
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-01
First Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Mccrory, Christopher Sean
  • Drewett, Jeffrey T.
  • Stephens, Adam Michael
  • Smith, Carl T.

Abstract

A cable management drive system for extending and retracting cable bundles is provided. The cable management drive system includes a cable bundle configured to provide power signals or data signals to an industrial robot configured to perform a service. The cable bundle is configured to couple to the industrial robot. The cable management drive system includes a plurality of drive wheels coupled to a drive mechanism and configured to cause the cable bundle to be extended to facilitate a deployment of the industrial robot to perform the service and to be retracted to facilitate a withdrawal of the industrial robot upon performance of the service, and a driver system coupled to the plurality of drive wheels and the drive mechanism. The driver system is configured to power the drive wheels and the drive mechanism to cause the cable bundle to be extended and retracted.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B65H 75/36 - Cores, formers, supports, or holders for coiled, wound, or folded material, e.g. reels, spindles, bobbins, cop tubes, cans specially adapted or mounted for storing and repeatedly paying-out and re-storing lengths of material provided for particular purposes, e.g. anchored hoses, power cables without essentially involving the use of a core or former internal to a stored package of material, e.g. with stored material housed within casing or container, or intermittently engaging a plurality of supports as in sinuous or serpentine fashion

9.

Additively Manufactured Solar Panel Assemblies

      
Application Number 18495854
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-27
First Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Gibb, John L.
  • Lucatero Sanchez, Ivan Audon
  • Giron, Adan Alberto
  • Santo, Scott T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for solar panels and associated solar arrays. In one example, a method of manufacturing includes forming, by an additive manufacturing process, a stackup of half-panels comprising connected pairs of the half-panels each having an integrated construction comprising a webbing structure connected to a skin layer substantially covering a face. The method also includes separating the stackup into detached pairs of the half-panels, assembling a selected detached pair of the half-panels into a full panel, and attaching photovoltaic cells to a selected face of the full panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22F 10/28 - Powder bed fusion, e.g. selective laser melting [SLM] or electron beam melting [EBM]
  • B22F 10/66 - Treatment of workpieces or articles after build-up by mechanical means
  • B33Y 10/00 - Processes of additive manufacturing
  • B33Y 40/20 - Post-treatment, e.g. curing, coating or polishing
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
  • B64G 1/44 - Arrangements or adaptations of power supply systems using radiation, e.g. deployable solar arrays
  • H02S 30/10 - Frame structures
  • H02S 30/20 - Collapsible or foldable PV modules
  • H02S 40/36 - Electrical components characterised by special electrical interconnection means between two or more PV modules, e.g. electrical module-to-module connection

10.

ADDITIVELY MANUFACTURED SOLAR PANEL ASSEMBLIES

      
Application Number US2024052860
Publication Number 2025/090798
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-10-24
Publication Date 2025-05-01
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Gibb, John L.
  • Lucatero Sanchez, Ivan A.
  • Giron, Adan A.
  • Santo, Scott T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for solar panels and associated solar arrays. In one example, a method of manufacturing includes forming, by an additive manufacturing process, a stackup of half-panels comprising connected pairs of the half-panels each having an integrated construction comprising a webbing structure connected to a skin layer substantially covering a face. The method also includes separating the stackup into detached pairs of the half-panels, assembling a selected detached pair of the half-panels into a full panel, and attaching photovoltaic cells to a selected face of the full panel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02S 20/00 - Supporting structures for PV modules
  • B33Y 80/00 - Products made by additive manufacturing
  • H01L 31/042 - PV modules or arrays of single PV cells
  • H01L 31/18 - Processes or apparatus specially adapted for the manufacture or treatment of these devices or of parts thereof
  • H02S 30/20 - Collapsible or foldable PV modules

11.

FAUX LABS

      
Serial Number 99158054
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-04-28
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable cloud-based software for detecting falsified media assets, deep fakes, and disinformation campaigns Providing temporary use of non-downloadable cloud-based software for detecting falsified media assets, deep fakes, and disinformation campaigns

12.

STRIX

      
Serial Number 99153468
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-04-24
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

RF sensors; multi-function RF sensors for threat detection, situational awareness, and targeting

13.

PRESSURE RELIEF SHIPPING ADAPTER

      
Application Number 18489221
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-18
First Publication Date 2025-04-24
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Tallman, Cory Roger
  • Judice, Jake R.
  • Moore, Iii, James Robert
  • Osborne, Mark S.

Abstract

Systems and methods are disclosed for using a pressure relief shipping adapter to reduce the internal pressure of a container. A pressure relief shipping adapter includes a body comprising a first portion, a transitional portion, and a second portion. The first portion comprises a set of protrusions and a hole disposed through the set of protrusions. The second portion comprises an outlet disposed at a second end of the body. The outlet is concentric with an inlet disposed at the first end of the body. The transitional section is disposed between the first portion and the second portion. The pressure relief shipping adapter also includes an internal chamber within the body.

IPC Classes  ?

14.

DARKFIELD LIGHTING SOURCE FOR AIRCRAFT FOD DETECTION

      
Application Number 18483986
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-10
First Publication Date 2025-04-10
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Watson, Virgil R.
  • Gerhardt, Christian David
  • Tabak, David B.
  • Burke, Andrew J.
  • Dicocco, Anthony
  • Richmond, William Grayson
  • Merrill, Thomas Lee

Abstract

A lighting device for foreign object debris (FOD) detection is included. The lighting device includes a light source configured to emit light onto a surface, and a diffuser coupled to the light source and configured to cause the emitted light to impinge the surface in at least a partially planar pattern, so as to create a darkfield lighting effect with respect to the surface. The lighting device further includes a cylindrical rod including a first end portion and a second end portion, in which the first end portion is configured to couple to the light source and the diffuser and the second end portion is configured to be manually held by a user of the portable lighting device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64F 5/60 - Testing or inspecting aircraft components or systems
  • F21L 4/02 - Electric lighting devices with self-contained electric batteries or cells characterised by provision of two or more light sources
  • F21V 33/00 - Structural combinations of lighting devices with other articles, not otherwise provided for
  • F21Y 107/30 - Light sources with three-dimensionally disposed light-generating elements on the outer surface of cylindrical surfaces, e.g. rod-shaped supports having a circular or a polygonal cross section
  • F21Y 113/13 - Combination of light sources of different colours comprising an assembly of point-like light sources
  • F21Y 115/10 - Light-emitting diodes [LED]
  • H04N 23/56 - Cameras or camera modules comprising electronic image sensorsControl thereof provided with illuminating means
  • H04N 23/957 - Light-field or plenoptic cameras or camera modules

15.

MARKING END EFFECTORS FOR ROBOTIC SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18481634
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-05
First Publication Date 2025-04-10
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Drewett, Jeffrey T.
  • Flanagan, Daniel J.
  • Langevin, Jeffrey P.
  • Garland, Scott L.

Abstract

A marking end effector for a robotic system is disclosed for marking a target surface. The end effector includes a housing including a cylindrical cavity and guide slots. The end effector also includes a marker holder assembly including a cylindrical marker holder and guide bearings. A biasing member is provided between the marker holder assembly and a base of the cavity. The marker holder rotates and translates when the end effector is advanced toward the target surface, and a pattern is correspondingly marked on the surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B25J 15/00 - Gripping heads
  • B25J 9/10 - Programme-controlled manipulators characterised by positioning means for manipulator elements
  • B25J 11/00 - Manipulators not otherwise provided for

16.

Active optical compressive sensing

      
Application Number 17741346
Grant Number 12270637
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-10
First Publication Date 2025-04-08
Grant Date 2025-04-08
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Buck, Jr., Joseph Robert

Abstract

An active optical compressive sensing system includes an optical source to generate light for illuminating a target and a pattern generator to generate a pattern. A pattern controller controls an operation of the pattern generator to cause generation of a desired pattern. The pattern is a spatial filtering pattern that enables data compression by generating sparse scattered data. Applying the pattern allows a logarithmic resource scaling.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object
  • F21V 8/00 - Use of light guides, e.g. fibre optic devices, in lighting devices or systems
  • G02B 19/00 - Condensers

17.

THERMAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SPACECRAFT

      
Document Number 03229402
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-16
Open to Public Date 2025-04-08
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Ramirez, Mark
  • Hooker, Donna
  • Chen, Olivia Christine
  • Isabelle, Megan Taylor
  • Knapp, David Wayne
  • Nevius, Meredith Swegan

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a spacecraft includes an electronics housing having a sun-facing side. The spacecraft further includes a peel-and-stick thermal control material coupled to the sun-facing side of the electronics housing. The peel-and-stick thermal control material includes a non-metallic optical interface coating, a carrier film, and an adhesive.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64G 1/10 - Artificial satellitesSystems of such satellitesInterplanetary vehicles
  • B64G 1/58 - Thermal protection, e.g. heat shields

18.

Cooling Orbital Lapping Device

      
Application Number 18479549
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-10-02
First Publication Date 2025-04-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Coffey, Kevin Aaron

Abstract

An apparatus for sanding or polishing a surface includes a sanding housing having an inlet and an outlet, where the inlet and the outlet are fluidly connected. The apparatus also includes a sander attached to the sanding housing. The apparatus also includes sanding head removably attached to the outlet of the sanding housing. The sanding head is used to sand or polish the surface. The sander actuates the sanding head. The apparatus also includes a fluid supply line connecting the inlet of the sanding housing to a fluid supply source. The apparatus also includes a handle attached to at least one of the sander and the fluid supply source. The fluid supply source provides a fluid through the fluid supply line and the sanding head to cool the surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24B 55/02 - Equipment for cooling the grinding surfaces, e.g. devices for feeding coolant
  • B24B 23/02 - Portable grinding machines, e.g. hand-guidedAccessories therefor with rotating grinding toolsAccessories therefor

19.

AI FIGHT CLUB

      
Serial Number 99119802
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-04-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

technology consultation in the field of artificial intelligence (AI); research in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) technology; consultancy in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) technology; evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) model performance in a simulated, multi-domain environment; design and development of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities for use in a virtual environment to enhance decision-making, situational awareness, and tactical planning; Development and testing services in the field of artificial intelligence (AI)

20.

Transparent Coating Removal Through Laser Ablation

      
Application Number 18977245
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-11
First Publication Date 2025-03-27
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Langevin, Jeffrey P.
  • Drewett, Jeffrey T.
  • Coleman, David Haynes
  • Flanagan, Daniel John
  • Twaddle, Steven E.

Abstract

A system includes a robotic arm, a rotisserie control linkage, and a computer system. The robotic arm includes a touch probe and laser head. The rotisserie control linkage is configured to couple to a transport cart. The computer system is communicatively coupled to the robotic arm and the rotisserie control linkage and is configured to control the system to probe, using the touch probe of the robotic arm, a transparent outer layer of an aircraft canopy located on the transport cart in order to determine surface measurements of the aircraft canopy. The computer system also controls the system to ablate, using a plurality of predetermined parameters and the laser head of the robotic arm, an interface layer located between the transparent outer layer and the aircraft canopy, wherein movements of the robotic arm during the ablation are based on the surface measurements.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23K 26/402 - Removing material taking account of the properties of the material involved involving non-metallic material, e.g. isolators
  • B23K 26/035 - Aligning the laser beam
  • B23K 26/08 - Devices involving relative movement between laser beam and workpiece
  • B23K 26/082 - Scanning systems, i.e. devices involving movement of the laser beam relative to the laser head
  • B23K 26/12 - Working by laser beam, e.g. welding, cutting or boring in a special environment or atmosphere, e.g. in an enclosure
  • B23K 26/324 - Bonding taking account of the properties of the material involved involving non-metallic parts
  • B23K 26/36 - Removing material
  • B23K 26/50 - Working by transmitting the laser beam through or within the workpiece
  • B23K 26/57 - Working by transmitting the laser beam through or within the workpiece the laser beam entering a face of the workpiece from which it is transmitted through the workpiece material to work on a different workpiece face, e.g. for effecting removal, fusion splicing, modifying or reforming
  • B23K 101/34 - Coated articles
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • B64C 1/14 - WindowsDoorsHatch covers or access panelsSurrounding frame structuresCanopiesWindscreens
  • B64F 5/40 - Maintaining or repairing aircraft
  • B64F 5/50 - Handling or transporting aircraft components
  • G01B 5/012 - Contact-making feeler heads therefor
  • G01B 11/00 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques
  • G05B 19/42 - Recording and playback systems, i.e. in which the programme is recorded from a cycle of operations, e.g. the cycle of operations being manually controlled, after which this record is played back on the same machine

21.

AEON

      
Serial Number 99101866
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-03-25
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Providing online, non-downloadable software for collecting, processing, and analyzing data from satellites and other sensors

22.

Horn antennas with integrated feed networks

      
Application Number 17573712
Grant Number 12261366
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-12
First Publication Date 2025-03-25
Grant Date 2025-03-25
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Wink, Timothy Patrick
  • Craddock, Cory W.
  • Wrigley, Jason Stewart

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for radio frequency (RF) horn antenna systems and arrays. An example apparatus includes a horn antenna array formed in a single workpiece of material comprising horn antenna elements with integrated feed networks. Each of the integrated feed networks comprise a waveguide interface flange having a port, and a filter element having a serpentine cavity coupled to the port that is at least partially formed by a base section, where a separation interface is established between the base section and an attachable cap that forms a remainder of the serpentine cavity. Each of the integrated feed networks also comprise a polarizer element having a waveguide cavity that couples between the serpentine cavity of the filter element and an associated horn antenna element that forms a signal aperture.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 21/06 - Arrays of individually energised antenna units similarly polarised and spaced apart
  • H01P 1/161 - Auxiliary devices for mode selection, e.g. mode suppression or mode promotionAuxiliary devices for mode conversion sustaining two independent orthogonal modes, e.g. orthomode transducer
  • H01Q 13/02 - Waveguide horns
  • H01Q 21/00 - Antenna arrays or systems

23.

Systems and Methods for Operating a Wireless Harness Automated Measurement System

      
Application Number 18468028
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Mletzko, Jr., Gerald K.
  • Bell, Kevin
  • Langan, Patrick M.
  • Franklin, Samuel Jasper
  • Garner, Gibson Richard
  • Kotski, Jennifer Lynn

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a computer-implemented method accesses, using a computer server, a plurality of electrical wiring harnesses, testing criteria, and a wireless harness automated measurement system (WHAMS). The computer-implemented method generates a test plan for the plurality of electrical wiring harnesses based on the testing criteria. The computer-implemented method selects a plurality of wireless test modules (WTMs) using the test plan and the WHAMS. The computer-implemented method generates a plurality of test instructions based on the test plan and the plurality of WTMs. The computer-implemented method performs, using the plurality of WTMs, one or more tests on the plurality of electrical wiring harnesses according to the plurality of test instructions. The computer-implemented method wirelessly communicates, using the plurality of WTMs, test results to the computer server for display.

IPC Classes  ?

24.

Systems and Methods for Wireless Test Modules of a Wireless Harness Automated Measurement System

      
Application Number 18468117
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Bell, Kevin
  • Mletzko, Jr., Gerald K.
  • Braddy, John Foster
  • Semmens, John Daniel
  • Phang, Jason

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a system includes a wireless transceiver, an electrical wiring harness, and a wireless test module (WTM) operable to physically couple to the electrical wiring harness. The WTM comprising a chassis and a variable front end connected to the chassis using hot-swap connectors. The WTM wirelessly receives, using the wireless transceiver, a plurality of test instructions according to an automated test plan from a computer system. The WTM performs, using the variable front end, one or more tests on the electrical wiring harness according to the plurality of test instructions. The WTM wirelessly communicates, using the wireless transceiver, test results to the computer system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 31/28 - Testing of electronic circuits, e.g. by signal tracer
  • G01R 27/02 - Measuring real or complex resistance, reactance, impedance, or other two-pole characteristics derived therefrom, e.g. time constant
  • G01R 31/54 - Testing for continuity
  • G01R 31/67 - Testing the correctness of wire connections in electric apparatus or circuits
  • H04W 24/10 - Scheduling measurement reports

25.

Systems and Methods for a Charging Cart of a Wireless Harness Automated Measurement System

      
Application Number 18468156
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Semmens, John Daniel
  • Braddy, John Foster
  • Bell, Kevin
  • Franklin, Samuel Jasper
  • Garner, Gibson Richard
  • Masem, Amy Yuan
  • Longan, Robert Blake

Abstract

According to some embodiments, an apparatus for charging a wireless harness automated measurement system (WHAMS) includes a charging cart, a mobile frame, a plurality of light-emitting diode (LED) indicators, and a plurality of charging slots. The charging cart may charge a plurality of wireless test modules (WTMs) of the WHAMS. The mobile aluminum frame may support the charging cart. The plurality of light-emitting diode (LED) indicators may identify a status of the plurality of the WTMs during testing of the WHAMS. The plurality of charging slots may charge the plurality of WTMs. Each of the plurality of charging slots is associated with a respective one of the plurality of LED indicators.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02J 50/00 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power
  • H02J 13/00 - Circuit arrangements for providing remote indication of network conditions, e.g. an instantaneous record of the open or closed condition of each circuitbreaker in the networkCircuit arrangements for providing remote control of switching means in a power distribution network, e.g. switching in and out of current consumers by using a pulse code signal carried by the network
  • H02J 50/30 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using light, e.g. lasers
  • H02J 50/40 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using two or more transmitting or receiving devices

26.

PITCH DROP FRICTION BRAKE

      
Application Number 18369751
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-18
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kane, Tyler Christian
  • Laitenberger, Kevin A.

Abstract

A rotor system of a rotary wing aircraft includes a rotor hub including a hub arm, a rotor blade rotatably coupled to the hub arm about a longitudinal axis of the hub arm, and a first brake assembly. The first brake assembly includes a rod coupled to the rotor blade coupling and a brake shoe coupled to the rod. The brake shoe is configured to apply a force on the hub arm. An axial position of the rod is adjustable to vary the force of the brake shoe on the hub arm.

IPC Classes  ?

27.

Systems and Methods for Calibrating a Wireless Harness Automated Measurement System

      
Application Number 18468161
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Bell, Kevin
  • Mletzko, Jr., Gerald K.
  • Garner, Gibson Richard

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a computer-implemented method is applied to calibrate a wireless test module (WTM) of a wireless harness automated measurement system (WHAMS) using a computer server and a calibration fixture. The WTM includes a plurality of field effect transistors (FETs). The calibration fixture includes a plurality of resistors. The method measures, using the calibration fixture, a first/second resistance value of the plurality of FETs from a first/second internal measurement test for the WTM. The method determines a resistance calibration value by subtracting the first resistance value from the second resistance value. The method measures a plurality of calibration factors to determine a measured resistor value for a target resistor value for a respective resistor of the calibration fixture.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 1/20 - Modifications of basic electric elements for use in electric measuring instrumentsStructural combinations of such elements with such instruments
  • G01R 1/28 - Provision in measuring instruments for reference values, e.g. standard voltage, standard waveform
  • G01R 15/14 - Adaptations providing voltage or current isolation, e.g. for high-voltage or high-current networks
  • G01R 31/00 - Arrangements for testing electric propertiesArrangements for locating electric faultsArrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
  • G01R 31/26 - Testing of individual semiconductor devices

28.

Systems and Methods for a Battery Pack of a Wireless Harness Automation Measurement System

      
Application Number 18468232
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Franklin, Samuel Jasper
  • Garner, Gibson Richard
  • Nguyen, Anthony Do
  • Spencer, Karolyn Kay

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a system includes a wireless charging battery, a wireless battery pack holder, an injected molded pogo pin holder comprising a plurality of pogo pins, and a wireless charging receiver. The wireless battery pack holder is operable to contain the wireless charging battery. The injected molded pogo pin holder is coupled to the wireless battery pack holder using a set of screws. The injected molded pogo pin holder is operable to couple to a wireless test module (WTM). The wireless charging receiver is operable to wirelessly charge the wireless charging battery.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
  • H01M 10/42 - Methods or arrangements for servicing or maintenance of secondary cells or secondary half-cells
  • H02J 13/00 - Circuit arrangements for providing remote indication of network conditions, e.g. an instantaneous record of the open or closed condition of each circuitbreaker in the networkCircuit arrangements for providing remote control of switching means in a power distribution network, e.g. switching in and out of current consumers by using a pulse code signal carried by the network

29.

Systems and Methods for Hot-Swap Connectors of a Wireless Harness Automated Measurement System

      
Application Number 18468241
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Franklin, Samuel Jasper
  • Garner, Gibson Richard
  • Bell, Kevin
  • Guo, Anthony
  • Spencer, Karolyn Kay

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a system includes a wireless test module (WTM) side hot-swap connector located between a chassis of a first WTM and a variable front end of the first WTM. The variable front end of the first WTM may mate to an aircraft connector. The WTM side hot-swap connector may mate to a front end side hot-swap connector of the variable front end of the first WTM. The WTM side hot-swap connector includes a female connector, an alignment peg configured to couple to the variable front end of the first WTM, a slip ring configured to secure the first WTM in place, and an electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) read/write wire integrated on a circuit board operable to read/write data of the aircraft connector.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 13/66 - Structural association with built-in electrical component
  • B64F 5/60 - Testing or inspecting aircraft components or systems
  • H01R 13/631 - Additional means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts, e.g. aligning or guiding means, levers, gas pressure for engagement only
  • H01R 107/00 - Four or more poles

30.

Wireless Harness Automated Measurement Systems and Methods

      
Application Number 18468309
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-09-15
First Publication Date 2025-03-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Bell, Kevin
  • Mletzko, Jr., Gerald K.
  • Braddy, John Foster
  • Semmens, John Daniel
  • Franklin, Samuel Jasper
  • Garner, Gibson Richard

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a system includes a computer system and a plurality of wireless test modules. Each wireless test module includes a wireless transceiver and physically couples to an electrical wiring harness. The computer system sends test instructions to the plurality of wireless test modules according to an automated test plan. Each wireless test module wirelessly receives one or more of the plurality of test instructions from the computer system using the wireless transceiver and performs one or more tests on the electrical wiring harness according to received one or more test instructions from the computer system. Each wireless test module wirelessly communicates test results to the computer system using the wireless transceiver.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01R 1/067 - Measuring probes
  • G01R 1/02 - General constructional details
  • G01R 31/00 - Arrangements for testing electric propertiesArrangements for locating electric faultsArrangements for electrical testing characterised by what is being tested not provided for elsewhere
  • G01R 31/50 - Testing of electric apparatus, lines, cables or components for short-circuits, continuity, leakage current or incorrect line connections

31.

Enhanced bandwidth for secure optical communications

      
Application Number 17740623
Grant Number 12255989
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-05-10
First Publication Date 2025-03-18
Grant Date 2025-03-18
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Buck, Jr., Joseph Robert

Abstract

Provided herein are various techniques and equipment for establishing secure non-classical communications between distant nodes. In one example, a method includes introducing, by at least one photon source, source photons into corresponding waveguides configured to convert the source photons into randomly timed pairs of resultant non-classical photons having corresponding polarization states. The method also includes providing first photons of each of the pairs for measurement of the corresponding polarization states and timing, and providing second photons of each of the pairs for combination into a beam for transfer to a distant node and establishment of a cryptographic key, where the second photons from one of the waveguides is presented in an orthogonal polarization before combination.

IPC Classes  ?

32.

Universal Vector Bushing System

      
Application Number 18240468
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-31
First Publication Date 2025-03-06
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Hutchinson, Andrew Logan

Abstract

Embodiments provide a universal bushing system that includes a base plate, vertical plates, and universal vector bushing apparatuses. The vertical plates are mounted to base plate and are separated by predetermined distance on base plate to position a workpiece. The bushing apparatuses are coupled to vertical plates. Each apparatus includes first knob, second knob, bushing element, and pivoting portion. The first knob includes threaded structures. The second knob is coupled to first knob via the threaded structures. The bushing element includes a recess with threaded tracks to allow the second knob to be placed. The pivoting portion includes a first end coupled to bushing element and a second end to pivotally connect to a vertical plate. Each of the first knob, the second knob, the bushing element, and the pivoting portion forms a hollow portion concentric at longitudinal axis that forms a slotted path to receive a threaded shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 17/02 - Sliding-contact bearings for exclusively rotary movement for radial load only
  • F16C 11/04 - Pivotal connections

33.

PROPULSOR EXTERNAL HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18239711
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-29
First Publication Date 2025-03-06
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Schuster, Daniel George
  • Schmaling, David N.
  • Tobin, Evan S.
  • Bogert, Eric M.

Abstract

A rotor assembly for a rotary wing aircraft includes a rotor hub including a hub arm and a central opening. The rotor assembly further includes a hydraulic actuation cylinder positioned in the central opening, a pitch change shaft assembly including a pitch change shaft positioned partially within the hydraulic actuation cylinder, a pitch beam coupled to a distal end of the pitch change shaft and configured to be coupled to a rotor blade rotatably mounted to the hub arm. The rotor assembly additionally includes at least one guide rod coupled to the rotor hub and slidably coupled to an opening in the pitch change shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64C 27/80 - Mechanisms for controlling blade adjustment or movement relative to rotor head, e.g. lag-lead movement for differential adjustment of blade pitch between two or more lifting rotors
  • B64C 27/10 - Helicopters with two or more rotors arranged coaxially
  • B64C 27/64 - Transmitting means, e.g. interrelated with initiating means or means acting on blades using fluid pressure, e.g. having fluid power amplification

34.

AN IMPLANT FOR ELECTRIC RESISTANCE WELDING OF THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITES AND A METHOD OF WELDING BY MEANS OF THE IMPLANT

      
Application Number 18720979
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-16
First Publication Date 2025-02-27
Owner POLSKIE ZAKLADY LOTNICZE SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA (Poland)
Inventor
  • Sienicki, Jaroslaw
  • Banas, Aleksander
  • Glodzik, Marcin
  • Farbaniec, Konrad

Abstract

An implant for electric resistance welding of elements made of composites, with a frame of thermoplastic materials, reinforced with conductive fibres, in a flat multilayered structure with an upper and lower surface, and includes an electrically resistant layer of a flat sheet with openings, made of a conductive material, additional layers made of the frame material, one of which covers the electrically resistant layer from the top, and the other one from the bottom. The implant includes porous insulating layers made of an electrically nonconductive material, one covers the implant from the top, contacting the upper layer of the frame material, and the other covers the implant from the bottom, contacting the lower layer of the frame material. The layers are merged with each other in a flat, multilayered inset placed between the welded elements, and the electrically resistant layer has electrical connections for connecting a source of electrical current.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B29C 65/34 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor by heating, with or without pressure using heated elements which remain in the joint, e.g. "verlorenes Schweisselement"
  • B29C 65/00 - Joining of preformed partsApparatus therefor

35.

INTEGRATED STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR AIRCRAFT

      
Application Number 18452259
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-08-18
First Publication Date 2025-02-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Brookhart, Andrew M.
  • Sarlashkar, Avinash V.

Abstract

Systems and methods for structural integrity management system for an aircraft. The system includes an electronic processor configured to receive information regarding damage to a component of the aircraft, update a digital twin model associated with the aircraft based on the received information, and perform a rapid structural analysis using the updated digital twin model. The electronic processor is further configured to determine, based on the results of the rapid structural analysis and either or both of a historic use of the aircraft and a current future usage profile of the aircraft, an actionable direction, and perform the actionable direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64F 5/40 - Maintaining or repairing aircraft
  • B64F 5/60 - Testing or inspecting aircraft components or systems
  • G07C 5/00 - Registering or indicating the working of vehicles

36.

Integrated microwave radio frequency feed network

      
Application Number 18053113
Grant Number 12230876
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-11-07
First Publication Date 2025-02-18
Grant Date 2025-02-18
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Wrigley, Jason Stewart
  • Lier, Erik
  • Wink, Timothy Patrick

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for waveguide structures used in radio frequency feed components. In one example, an apparatus includes a septum polarizer having first feed ports and a common port, a high-pass filter coupled to the common port of the septum polarizer, and a multi-port orthomode transducer (OMT) coupled to the high-pass filter and providing an antenna port. The apparatus also includes hybrid couplers coupled to low-pass filters fed from the multi-port OMT, and magic tee elements cross-coupled to the hybrid couplers and providing second feed ports.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 1/50 - Structural association of antennas with earthing switches, lead-in devices or lightning protectors
  • H01P 1/161 - Auxiliary devices for mode selection, e.g. mode suppression or mode promotionAuxiliary devices for mode conversion sustaining two independent orthogonal modes, e.g. orthomode transducer
  • H01P 1/207 - Hollow waveguide filters
  • H01P 5/20 - Magic-T junctions

37.

Solar irradiance mitigation in satellite optical communication

      
Application Number 18539391
Grant Number 12224799
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-12-14
First Publication Date 2025-02-11
Grant Date 2025-02-11
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Rosenbrock, Matthew Henry
  • Goodzeit, Neil Evan
  • Weigl, Harald J.
  • Eder, Joseph F.

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhanced systems, apparatuses, and techniques for optical communication among a constellation of satellites. One example includes establishing an initial cross-connect configuration comprising optical communication links among a constellation of satellites. In the initial cross-connect configuration, the satellites can optically communicate with both adjacently positioned and non-adjacently positioned satellites in the constellation. The satellites obtain angular states of the optical communication links resultant from orbital motion of the satellites. When angular states of a portion of the optical communication links reach an exclusion range, the satellites establish a subsequent cross-connect configuration to avoid optically communicating within the exclusion range.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04B 10/00 - Transmission systems employing electromagnetic waves other than radio-waves, e.g. infrared, visible or ultraviolet light, or employing corpuscular radiation, e.g. quantum communication
  • H04B 7/185 - Space-based or airborne stations
  • H04B 10/118 - Arrangements specific to free-space transmission, i.e. transmission through air or vacuum specially adapted for satellite communication

38.

SELECTABLE GPS ALTITUDE HOLD

      
Application Number 18362147
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-31
First Publication Date 2025-02-06
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Kubik, Stephen T.
  • Leone, Adam A.
  • Williamson, Benjamin J.

Abstract

Systems and methods for controlling an aircraft to hold altitude using GPS altitude readings. One example system includes a GPS inertial navigation system, an altimeter, a human machine interface, and one or more electronic processors coupled to the GPS inertial navigation system, the altimeter, and the human machine interface. The one or more electronic processors configured to receive, from the human machine interface, a user input selecting a reference altitude. The one or more electronic processors configured to receive, from the altimeter, a current altitude for the aircraft. The one or more electronic processors configured to: when the current altitude does not exceed an altitude threshold, operate the aircraft in an altimeter altitude hold mode based on the reference altitude; and when the current altitude exceeds the altitude threshold, operate the aircraft in a GPS altitude hold mode based on the reference altitude using the GPS inertial navigation system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 1/04 - Control of altitude or depth
  • B64D 45/00 - Aircraft indicators or protectors not otherwise provided for

39.

EMBEDDED THERMAL SENSING WITHIN ELECTRICAL POWER HARNESS

      
Application Number 18359676
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-07-26
First Publication Date 2025-01-30
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Bourne, Frederick L.
  • Andrews, Bernard J.
  • Eisenhauer, Mark P.
  • Massaquoi, Hans R.
  • Asaro, Carlo
  • Crespo, Elvis Arturo
  • Budd, Timothy R.

Abstract

Systems and methods for an overheating control system for an electrical power harness disposed within an enclosure of an aircraft. The system includes a temperature sensor disposed within the enclosure and communicatively coupled to an electronic processor. The electronic processor is configured to monitor, via the temperature sensor, a temperature within the enclosure, compare the temperature to a predetermined threshold, and adjust a power output provided to one or more supply lines of the harness based on an amount in which the temperature exceeds the predetermined threshold.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64D 41/00 - Power installations for auxiliary purposes
  • G01K 3/00 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature

40.

Miscellaneous Design

      
Application Number 019137144
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-29
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Research, development, design and testing services relating to aerospace; research, development, design and testing services relating to aeronautical systems, and vehicles, electronic systems, information systems, energy systems, material technology, environmental systems, satellite and weapons technology; compilation of scientific information; design of telecommunication apparatus; environmental consultancy services; environmental hazard assessment; environmental testing; acoustic testing; technical data analysis services; advisory service relating to computer based information systems, information security, software, systems design, energy efficiency and scientific research.

41.

LOCKHEED MARTIN

      
Application Number 019137236
Status Pending
Filing Date 2025-01-29
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Research, development, design and testing services relating to aerospace; research, development, design and testing services relating to aeronautical systems, and vehicles, electronic systems, information systems, energy systems, material technology, environmental systems, satellite and weapons technology; compilation of scientific information; design of telecommunication apparatus; environmental consultancy services; environmental hazard assessment; environmental testing; acoustic testing; technical data analysis services; advisory service relating to computer based information systems, information security, software, systems design, energy efficiency and scientific research.

42.

SYSTEM FOR PREDICTING IGNITION POTENTIAL OF LIGHTNING EVENTS

      
Application Number 18758750
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-06-28
First Publication Date 2025-01-23
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Rao, Sapna
  • Koenig, Lora Suzanne
  • Jumani, Sajit
  • Gauthier, Michael Leo

Abstract

Technology is disclosed herein to generate an indication of a potential that a lightning event will result in ignition based on satellite data. In an implementation, a computing system obtains data associated with a lightning event. The data includes a location of the lightning event and one or more measurements of the lightning event captured by a sensor. The computing system identifies characteristics of the lightning event based at least on the one or more measurements. The computing system predicts the ignition potential of the lightning event based at least on the lightning characteristics and the fuels characteristics.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01W 1/10 - Devices for predicting weather conditions
  • A62C 3/02 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places for area conflagrations, e.g. forest fires, subterranean fires

43.

SYSTEM FOR PREDICTING IGNITION POTENTIAL OF LIGHTNING EVENTS

      
Application Number US2024037300
Publication Number 2025/019223
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-07-10
Publication Date 2025-01-23
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Rao, Sapna
  • Koenig, Lora
  • Jumani, Sajit
  • Gauthier, Michael

Abstract

Technology is disclosed herein to generate an indication of a potential that a lightning event will result in ignition based on satellite data. In an implementation, a computing system obtains data associated with a lightning event. The data includes a location of the lightning event and one or more measurements of the lightning event captured by a sensor. The computing system identifies characteristics of the lightning event based at least on the one or more measurements. The computing system predicts the ignition potential of the lightning event based at least on the lightning characteristics and the fuels characteristics.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01W 1/16 - Measuring atmospheric potential differences, e.g. due to electrical charges in clouds
  • G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
  • G08B 21/10 - Alarms for ensuring the safety of persons responsive to calamitous events, e.g. tornados or earthquakes
  • G08B 31/00 - Predictive alarm systems characterised by extrapolation or other computation using updated historic data

44.

Centrifugal force enabled clutch and aircraft

      
Application Number 18353664
Grant Number 12281679
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-07-17
First Publication Date 2025-01-23
Grant Date 2025-04-22
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Gmirya, Yuriy

Abstract

A clutch having an inner ring, an outer ring, a plurality of sprags positioned between the inner ring and the outer ring, and a spring biasing each of the plurality of sprags towards the outer ring. Each of the plurality of sprags are movable between a disengaged position spaced from the inner ring and an engaged position contacting both the inner ring and the outer ring to rotationally unitize the inner ring and the outer ring.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16D 43/18 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by angular speed with centrifugal masses actuating the clutching members directly in a direction which has at least a radial componentInternally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by angular speed with centrifugal masses themselves being the clutching members with friction clutching members
  • B64C 27/06 - Helicopters with single rotor
  • B64D 41/00 - Power installations for auxiliary purposes
  • F16D 41/07 - Freewheels or freewheel clutches with intermediate wedging coupling members between an inner and an outer surface the intermediate members wedging by pivoting or rocking, e.g. sprags between two cylindrical surfaces
  • F16D 45/00 - Freewheels or freewheel clutches combined with automatic clutches
  • F16D 41/06 - Freewheels or freewheel clutches with intermediate wedging coupling members between an inner and an outer surface
  • F16D 43/14 - Internally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by angular speed with centrifugal masses actuating the clutching members directly in a direction which has at least a radial componentInternally controlled automatic clutches actuated entirely mechanically controlled by angular speed with centrifugal masses themselves being the clutching members

45.

Quantum Neural Network Systems and Methods Using Quantum Embedding

      
Application Number 18589534
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-28
First Publication Date 2025-01-16
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Shorter, Nicholas Sven
  • Job, Joshua Adam
  • Adachi, Steven Hiroshi
  • Kwok, Julia
  • Couger, Danielle Marie
  • Wise, Derek Keith

Abstract

According to an embodiment, a method includes removing a last feed forward layer from a pre-trained neural network. The method further includes appending the pre-trained neural network with a secondary last feed forward layer configured to output a plurality of parameters. The method further includes updating each one of the plurality of parameters by: 1) multiplying each one of the plurality of parameters by a first factor to produce a plurality of resultant parameters; and 2) adding a second term to each one of the plurality of resultant parameters, wherein both the first factor and the second term vary due to backpropagation. The method further includes using a loss function to determine the distance between a known class embedding and an input from an input dataset. Lastly, the method includes updating one or more weights associated with the number of variables in the pre-trained neural network.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06N 10/20 - Models of quantum computing, e.g. quantum circuits or universal quantum computers

46.

Quantum Neural Network Systems and Methods Using Cross Entropy

      
Application Number 18589568
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-02-28
First Publication Date 2025-01-16
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Shorter, Nicholas Sven
  • Job, Joshua Adam
  • Adachi, Steven Hiroshi
  • Kwok, Julia
  • Couger, Danielle Marie
  • Wise, Derek Keith

Abstract

According to an embodiment, a method includes receiving a pre-trained neural network and removing a last feed forward layer from the pre-trained neural network. The method further includes appending the pre-trained neural network with a secondary last feed forward layer, a quantum circuit, and another feed forward layer, and determining a number of measurements from the quantum circuit based on a plurality of qubits and a plurality of parameters output from the secondary last feed forward layer. The method further includes using a cross-entropy loss function to determine the difference between a probability distribution, output from the last feed forward layer, for a number of variables and a true value for each of the number of variables. Lastly, the method includes updating one or more weights associated with the number of variables in the pre-trained neural network through an optimizer.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06N 10/20 - Models of quantum computing, e.g. quantum circuits or universal quantum computers

47.

Phase center steering for grating lobe suppression

      
Application Number 17570321
Grant Number 12199351
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-01-06
First Publication Date 2025-01-14
Grant Date 2025-01-14
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Palagi, Timothy Edward
  • Conrey, William Henry
  • Romero, Carlos James

Abstract

A phased array antenna is provided that includes a plurality of antenna elements arranged in a plurality of subarrays. A plurality of first beamformers is coupled to respective elements of the plurality of antenna elements, and a plurality of second beamformers is coupled to respective subarrays of the plurality of subarrays. A controller is configured to steer a phase center for each of the plurality of subarrays using the plurality of first beamformers so that the phase centers for the plurality of subarrays are irregularly spaced.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 3/38 - Arrangements for changing or varying the orientation or the shape of the directional pattern of the waves radiated from an antenna or antenna system varying the relative phase or relative amplitude of energisation between two or more active radiating elementsArrangements for changing or varying the orientation or the shape of the directional pattern of the waves radiated from an antenna or antenna system varying the distribution of energy across a radiating aperture varying the phase by electrical means with variable phase-shifters the phase-shifters being digital
  • H04B 7/06 - Diversity systemsMulti-antenna systems, i.e. transmission or reception using multiple antennas using two or more spaced independent antennas at the transmitting station

48.

METHOD OF STABILIZING ARTICULATED ROTOR BLADE

      
Application Number 18887678
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-17
First Publication Date 2025-01-09
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Breon, Joshua A.
  • Parsons, Eric S.
  • Sutton, Christopher M.
  • Adams, William Paul
  • Conti, Timothy James
  • Anapolle, Jared
  • Medrano, Evan

Abstract

A rotor blade includes a spar with forward end, an aft end, and a substantially oval cross-section. The cross-section includes an upper portion tapering from a first thickness to a smaller, second thickness beginning between about 55% and about 65% of the distance to the aft end from the forward end and ending between about 65% and about 75% of the distance to the aft end measured from the forward end, and a lower portion tapering from a third thickness to a smaller, fourth thickness beginning between about 55% and about 65% of the distance to the aft end from the forward end and ending between about 65% and about 75% of the distance to the aft end measured from the forward end. The rotor blade further includes an upper blade skin, a lower blade skin, and a leading edge sheath.

IPC Classes  ?

49.

HIGH DATA RATE DISTRIBUTION NETWORK FOR SATELLITE CONSTELLATIONS

      
Application Number 18890875
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-09-20
First Publication Date 2025-01-09
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Cherrette, Alan

Abstract

LEO satellites of orbital planes are configured to communicate with at least one GEO satellite based at least on present line of sight. GEO satellites are configured to communicate with ground gateways and convert among uplink communications and optical communications of GEO-to-LEO optical links established with selected LEO satellites and comprising optical beams within a wavelength multiplexed arrangement individually assigned to corresponding LEO satellites in each orbital plane. Selected LEO satellites are configured to optically demultiplex a GEO-to-LEO optical link into local optical beams on optical fibers, direct a demultiplexed assigned optical beam of an incoming LEO optical link from a previous in-plane LEO satellite to an onboard destination with an optical splitter on a corresponding optical fiber, and multiplex the local optical beams on the optical fibers for an outgoing free space LEO optical link directed to a subsequent in-plane LEO satellite.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04B 7/185 - Space-based or airborne stations
  • B64G 1/10 - Artificial satellitesSystems of such satellitesInterplanetary vehicles
  • H04B 7/19 - Earth-synchronous stations
  • H04B 7/195 - Non-synchronous stations
  • H04B 10/112 - Line-of-sight transmission over an extended range
  • H04B 10/118 - Arrangements specific to free-space transmission, i.e. transmission through air or vacuum specially adapted for satellite communication
  • H04Q 11/00 - Selecting arrangements for multiplex systems

50.

Automated Missile Launcher Reloader

      
Application Number 18712583
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-11-28
First Publication Date 2025-01-09
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Mitchell, Steven Wylie
  • Engel, Timothy Michael Karl
  • Foo, Weetek

Abstract

In one embodiment, a method of automated missile launcher reloading includes aligning one or more collars of a shelving system with a path of a canister and activating one or more rollers of the shelving system to translate the canister into the one or more collars. The method also includes coupling a first collar of the one or more collars to the canister and adjusting the one or more collars to align the canister with a path of a launcher cell. The method further includes translating the one or more collars into the path of the launcher cell to feed the canister into the launcher cell.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F41A 9/02 - Feeding of unbelted ammunition using wheel conveyors, e.g. star-wheel-shaped conveyors
  • F41F 3/052 - Means for securing the rocket in the launching apparatus

51.

Bearing anti-creep interface

      
Application Number 18344045
Grant Number 12292084
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-29
First Publication Date 2025-01-02
Grant Date 2025-05-06
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Gmirya, Yuriy

Abstract

A bearing anti-creep interface having a drive shaft, a bearing race, and a hub. The drive shaft extends along a rotational axis. The bearing race has an inner surface press-fit onto the drive shaft and an axial end surface defining a bearing race interface surface. The hub has an inner surface rotationally coupled to the drive shaft and an axial end surface defining a hub interface surface. The hub interface surface is in contact with the bearing race interface surface to form an interlockingjoint. The interlocking joint is configured to transfer rotational creep force of the bearing race about the rotational axis and relative to the drive shaft into an axial pressure force applied to the hub in a direction parallel with the rotational axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 19/26 - Bearings with rolling contact, for exclusively rotary movement with bearing rollers essentially of the same size in one or more circular rows, e.g. needle bearings for radial load mainly with a single row of rollers
  • B64C 11/02 - Hub construction
  • F16C 33/58 - RacewaysRace rings
  • F16C 33/60 - RacewaysRace rings divided
  • F16C 35/063 - Fixing them on the shaft

52.

Automated Temporary Fastener Actuation Apparatus and System

      
Application Number 18341539
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-26
First Publication Date 2024-12-26
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Drewett, Jeffrey T.
  • Karpa, Geoffrey Robert

Abstract

A temporary fastener actuation tool includes a protrusion, multiple spring clips, and a bearing shaft. The protrusion includes a groove that matches a shape of an indentation of a temporary fastener. Each spring clip includes an end that is aligned with an end of the protrusion. The spring clips are configured to hold the indentation of the temporary fastener secure against the protrusion. The temporary fastener actuation tool further includes a first bearing that is coupled to the bearing shaft and is configured to contact a cylindrical body of the temporary fastener and hold the cylindrical body stationary. The temporary fastener actuation tool further includes a second bearing coupled to the bearing shaft that is configured to contact a stem of the temporary fastener and to rotate the stem. The temporary fastener actuation tool further includes a motor shaft coupled to the bearing shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23P 19/04 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for assembling or disassembling parts
  • F16B 19/10 - Hollow rivetsMulti-part rivets fastened by expanding mechanically

53.

Automated Temporary Fastener Actuation Apparatus and System

      
Application Number 18341612
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-06-26
First Publication Date 2024-12-26
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Drewett, Jeffrey T.
  • Karpa, Geoffrey Robert

Abstract

A temporary fastener actuation tool includes a protrusion, multiple spring clips, and a bearing shaft. The protrusion includes a groove that matches a shape of an indentation of a temporary fastener. Each spring clip includes an end that is aligned with an end of the protrusion. The spring clips are configured to hold the indentation of the temporary fastener secure against the protrusion. The temporary fastener actuation tool further includes a first bearing that is coupled to the bearing shaft and is configured to contact a cylindrical body of the temporary fastener and rotate the cylindrical body of the temporary fastener in a first direction. The temporary fastener actuation tool further includes a second bearing coupled to the bearing shaft that is configured to contact a stem of the temporary fastener and to rotate the stem in a second direction. A motor shaft is coupled to the bearing shaft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23P 19/04 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for assembling or disassembling parts
  • F16B 19/10 - Hollow rivetsMulti-part rivets fastened by expanding mechanically

54.

Wide angle phased array fed reflector for radio frequency antennas

      
Application Number 18152926
Grant Number 12166297
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-01-11
First Publication Date 2024-12-10
Grant Date 2024-12-10
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Tianang, Elie Germain
  • Hand, Thomas Henry
  • Romero, Carlos James
  • Reigh, Ii, Daniel Lloyd

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for radio frequency antennas and antenna arrangements. In one example, an apparatus comprises a reflector for radio frequency energy having a reflector surface comprising a paraboloid of revolution that establishes an inverted truncated conical shape with a concave nappe. The reflector surface is configured to interact with the radio frequency energy to direct at least a portion of the radio frequency energy towards a feed array mounted about a perimeter of the inverted truncated conical shape.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 9/28 - Conical, cylindrical, cage, strip, gauze or like elements having an extended radiating surface Elements comprising two conical surfaces having collinear axes and adjacent apices and fed by two-conductor transmission lines
  • H01Q 19/10 - Combinations of primary active antenna elements and units with secondary devices, e.g. with quasi-optical devices, for giving the antenna a desired directional characteristic using reflecting surfaces

55.

Symmetric radio frequency coaxial splitters

      
Application Number 17839561
Grant Number 12160073
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-14
First Publication Date 2024-12-03
Grant Date 2024-12-03
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Wrigley, Jason Stewart
  • Lier, Erik
  • Mulvey, James F.

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhanced assemblies and techniques for forming high-power radio frequency coaxial splitters. In one example, an apparatus includes an input coaxial port having a center conductor coupled to a first longitudinal end of a generally cylindrical conductor member formed along a longitudinal axis within a housing forming a cavity about the conductor member. Output coaxial ports are included having center conductors coupled to generally square output branches arrayed at a second longitudinal end about the conductor member in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. A thermal shunt is included comprising a thermal connection between the housing and a recess formed into the conductor member along the longitudinal axis at the second longitudinal end.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 9/05 - Connectors arranged to contact a plurality of the conductors of a multiconductor cable for coaxial cables
  • H01R 13/6597 - Specific features or arrangements of connection of shield to conductive members the conductive member being a contact of the connector
  • H01R 31/02 - Intermediate parts for distributing energy to two or more circuits in parallel, e.g. splitter
  • H01R 103/00 - Two poles

56.

C-BIT

      
Serial Number 98882303
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable software to monitor, detect, and audit system data integrity compromises to determine how secure a system is against a cyber-attack, namely, software to maintain a computer system Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer software to monitor, detect, and audit system data integrity compromises and determine how secure a system is against a cyber-attack, namely, software to maintain a computer system

57.

CYBER CO-PILOT

      
Serial Number 98882342
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-12-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Downloadable software to monitor, detect, and audit system data integrity compromises to determine how secure a system is against a cyber-attack, namely, software to maintain a computer system Providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer software to monitor, detect, and audit system data integrity compromises and determine how secure a system is against a cyber-attack, namely, software to maintain a computer system

58.

GEOLOCATION METHOD FOR DETECTION AND TRACKING OF MANEUVERING EMITTERS

      
Application Number 18672920
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-23
First Publication Date 2024-11-28
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Uchida, Michael Scott
  • Mokaberi, Babak
  • Purpura-Pontoniere, Attiano
  • Bhattacharya, Tarun
  • Montano, Marissa
  • Clark, Jeremy J.
  • Wolf, Patrick Michael

Abstract

A method includes receiving, using radio frequency (RF) collectors, RF signals from a target object. The RF signals of target object may be converted to In-phase and Quadrature (I/Q) data. Navigation data of each RF collector may be determined and I/Q data of each of RF collectors are paired. Processing functions may be applied on paired I/Q data. Using paired I/Q data, one or more of time difference of arrival (TDOA) measurement data and frequency difference of arrival (FDOA) measurement data between each pair of the RF collectors are determined. One or more of TDOA measurement data, FDOA measurement data and navigation data of each RF collector are converted to message data. A trajectory of target object may be estimated based on confidence measure of one or more of TDOA and FDOA measurement data. Using estimated trajectory of target object for displaying on a display device of a computing device.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 5/02 - Position-fixing by co-ordinating two or more direction or position-line determinationsPosition-fixing by co-ordinating two or more distance determinations using radio waves
  • G01S 11/02 - Systems for determining distance or velocity not using reflection or reradiation using radio waves
  • G01S 19/39 - Determining a navigation solution using signals transmitted by a satellite radio beacon positioning system the satellite radio beacon positioning system transmitting time-stamped messages, e.g. GPS [Global Positioning System], GLONASS [Global Orbiting Navigation Satellite System] or GALILEO

59.

Self-deploying flexible solar array

      
Application Number 18171338
Grant Number 12155347
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-18
First Publication Date 2024-11-26
Grant Date 2024-11-26
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Gibb, John L.

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for solar arrays and photovoltaic systems for spacecraft, vehicles, and other applications. In one example, an assembly includes a base layer having a generally circular shape and comprising a plurality of gores interspersed by radial folds. The assembly includes a photovoltaic array coupled to the gores, and a tensioning element configured to apply circumferential tension about a central node of the base layer. The assembly includes a structural element disposed about an outer perimeter of the base layer against which the circumferential tension is conveyed for deployment of the base layer from a stowed configuration into a deployed configuration.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H02S 30/20 - Collapsible or foldable PV modules
  • B64G 1/44 - Arrangements or adaptations of power supply systems using radiation, e.g. deployable solar arrays

60.

Multimode vivaldi antenna structures

      
Application Number 17370177
Grant Number 12148999
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-07-08
First Publication Date 2024-11-19
Grant Date 2024-11-19
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Hand, Thomas Henry
  • Gustafson, Joshua David
  • Hess, Adam Blair
  • Cencich, Thomas Patrick
  • Olds, Braiden T.

Abstract

Provided herein are various enhancements for antenna systems and directed radio frequency energy structures. In one example, an apparatus includes a baseplate, an antenna array comprising a plurality of Vivaldi antenna elements arranged about an axis perpendicular to the baseplate, and feed elements coupled to each of the Vivaldi antenna elements through the baseplate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01Q 21/24 - Combinations of antenna units polarised in different directions for transmitting or receiving circularly and elliptically polarised waves or waves linearly polarised in any direction
  • H01Q 13/08 - Radiating ends of two-conductor microwave transmission lines, e.g. of coaxial lines, of microstrip lines

61.

Unmanned aerial vehicle wing pylon system

      
Application Number 18312336
Grant Number 12286226
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-05-04
First Publication Date 2024-11-07
Grant Date 2025-04-29
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Gamble, Dustin Eli

Abstract

In one embodiment, systems and methods include an aircraft vehicle comprising a body, a first wing coupled to the body, and a second wing coupled to the body, wherein the second wing has a length greater than the first wing, wherein each of the first wing and the second wing comprises a plurality of segments, wherein the second wing comprises a wing pylon system. The wing pylon system comprises one of the plurality of segments of the second wing, a payload, and a pylon coupling the payload to the one of the plurality of segments, the pylon being disposed underneath the one of the plurality of segments, and the payload being disposed underneath the pylon. A center of lift and a center of gravity for the aircraft vehicle are aligned and each is offset from a central axis of the body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64C 39/00 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for
  • B64C 3/18 - SparsRibsStringers
  • B64C 3/26 - Construction, shape, or attachment of separate skins, e.g. panels
  • B64C 3/28 - Leading or trailing edges attached to primary structures, e.g. forming fixed slots
  • B64U 101/60 - UAVs specially adapted for particular uses or applications for transporting passengersUAVs specially adapted for particular uses or applications for transporting goods other than weapons

62.

Automated Pre-Weld Tube Cleaning Using Laser Ablation

      
Application Number 18311390
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-05-03
First Publication Date 2024-11-07
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Wichman, Cameron Alexander
  • Coleman, David Haynes
  • Langevin, Jeffrey P.
  • Torres, Ethan Louis

Abstract

A system includes a laser drive assembly and a computer system. The laser drive assembly includes a laser that emits a laser beam to clean an end of a tube, a first motor that changes an angle of the laser beam with respect to the end of the tube, a second motor that moves the laser laterally, and a third motor that rotates the laser drive assembly around the end of the tube. The computer system is configured to clean the end of the tube by operating the laser to emit the laser beam, adjusting the angle of the laser beam with respect to the end of the tube by operating the first motor, adjusting the distance between the laser and the end of the tube by operating the second motor, and rotating the laser drive assembly around the end of the tube by operating the third motor.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B08B 9/02 - Cleaning pipes or tubes or systems of pipes or tubes
  • B08B 7/00 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass
  • B08B 9/027 - Cleaning the internal surfacesRemoval of blockages
  • B08B 13/00 - Accessories or details of general applicability for machines or apparatus for cleaning

63.

Method and System for Ice Detection

      
Application Number 18678094
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-05-30
First Publication Date 2024-10-17
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Stewart, Jeffrey

Abstract

A system including an apparatus for determining the presence of ice on an external surface of a structure is provided. The apparatus includes a sensor that includes first and second parallel ink or paint conductive traces separated by a gap. The apparatus also includes a circuit configured to measure the impedance or change in impedance between the first and second parallel ink or paint conductive traces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64D 15/20 - Means for detecting icing or initiating de-icing
  • G01N 27/02 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating impedance

64.

FOCUSED HYPERPARAMETER TUNING USING ATTRIBUTION

      
Application Number 18299942
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-04-13
First Publication Date 2024-10-17
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Xie, Wanlin
  • Sanchirico, Iii, Mauro Joseph

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a method includes determining test predictions by performing an inference process using a checkpointed learning model and test vectors. The checkpointed learning model includes hyperparameters and weights. The method further includes determining an attribution map by performing one or more attribution processes using the test predictions and the test vectors. The method further includes determining a score for each particular hyperparameter by analyzing the attribution map using an association classifier. The method further includes determining, based on the analysis by the association classifier, whether each particular hyperparameter should be frozen or tuned again. The method further includes updating the hyperparameters and weights of the neural network when it is determined that at least one particular hyperparameter should be tuned again.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06N 3/0985 - Hyperparameter optimisationMeta-learningLearning-to-learn
  • G06V 10/776 - ValidationPerformance evaluation
  • G06V 10/82 - Arrangements for image or video recognition or understanding using pattern recognition or machine learning using neural networks

65.

MULTI-PORT COHERENCE ELEMENT FOR QUANTUM INFORMATION DEVICE

      
Application Number US2023017865
Publication Number 2024/215299
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-07
Publication Date 2024-10-17
Owner
  • LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
  • UNIVERSITY OF TWENTE (Netherlands)
  • SABANCI UNIVERSITY (Turkey)
Inventor
  • Couger, Danielle, Marie
  • Salas, Rodolfo
  • Adagideli, Inanc
  • Brinkman, Alexander
  • Kolling, Sofie
  • Bozkurt, Ahmet, Mert

Abstract

A capacitive quantum information engine that includes a first quantum anomalous Hall insulator (QAHI) having spin-up electrons propagating in a first direction. The first QAHI includes a first edge that contains first spin-momentum locked electron channels that prohibit backscattering of spin-down electrons. The engine includes a second QAHI having the spin- down electrons propagating in a second direction. The second QAHI includes a second edge that contains second spin-momentum locked electron channels that prohibit backscattering of the spin-up electrons. The first direction can be one of a clockwise direction and a counterclockwise direction.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06N 10/40 - Physical realisations or architectures of quantum processors or components for manipulating qubits, e.g. qubit coupling or qubit control
  • B82Y 10/00 - Nanotechnology for information processing, storage or transmission, e.g. quantum computing or single electron logic
  • H10N 52/00 - Hall-effect devices

66.

CMMT

      
Serial Number 98807444
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-10-17
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 13 - Firearms; explosives
  • 12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles

Goods & Services

Missiles Unmanned aircraft; drones

67.

Tip end joint arrangement for a rotor blade with reconfigurable attributes for structural and aerodynamic tuning

      
Application Number 18132330
Grant Number 12214872
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-07
First Publication Date 2024-10-10
Grant Date 2025-02-04
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Conti, Timothy James
  • Parsons, Eric S.
  • Breon, Joshua A.
  • Isabella, Benjamin E.
  • Adams, William Paul
  • Colschen, Christopher Michael

Abstract

A rotor blade configured to be installed on a rotary-wing aircraft includes a main blade body including an inboard end configured to be coupled to a rotor blade hub and an outboard end. The rotor blade includes a blade tip removably coupled to the outboard end of the main blade body, the blade tip including an inner cavity. The rotor blade further includes a tip block including an inboard portion coupled to the outboard end of the main blade body and a cantilevered portion extending beyond the outboard end of the rotor blade and into the inner cavity of the blade tip.

IPC Classes  ?

68.

ELECTRICAL CONDUCTOR SYSTEM FOR A ROTOR BLADE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE ELECTRICAL CONDUCTOR SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18744276
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-06-14
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Parsons, Eric S.
  • Colschen, Christopher Michael
  • Matalanis, Claude George
  • Isabella, Benjamin Edward
  • Antonetz, Marc A.
  • Conti, Timothy James
  • Caputo, Frank M.

Abstract

A method of manufacturing an electrical conductor assembly includes attaching a substrate and at least one electrical conductor to a cable assembly machine, tensioning the substrate, and holding the substrate stationary while wrapping the at least one electrical conductor around the substrate. The at least one electrical conductor is wrapped around the substrate independent of the tension on the substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64C 27/473 - Constructional features
  • H02B 1/20 - Bus-bar or other wiring layouts, e.g. in cubicles, in switchyards
  • H02B 1/26 - CasingsParts thereof or accessories therefor
  • H02B 1/30 - Cabinet-type casingsParts thereof or accessories therefor
  • H02G 15/007 - Devices for relieving mechanical stress
  • H02G 15/06 - Cable terminating boxes, frames or other structures
  • H02G 15/18 - Cable junctions protected by sleeves, e.g. for communication cable

69.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CREATING DATA FLOW ARCHITECTURE OF ACCESS NETWORKS

      
Application Number 18621587
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-29
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Wang, Angela Kuo
  • D'Ortenzio, Michael John
  • Rowe, David John
  • Anderson, Gustave

Abstract

Embodiments disclose a network system that includes a memory that may be configured to store registration information of a computing device and a hardware processor communicatively coupled to the memory. The processor may be configured to detect application data specifying a network connection request from stream of data packets of the client computing device. From registration information, a type of computing device may be detected and a type of wireless service from the application data and network connection request of computing device may be determined. The processor may determine different access networks available for type of wireless service of client computing device. A data flow architecture and service interface may be created to establish network connection with core networks by integrating different access networks and translation of data flow may be performed according to the data flow architecture and service interface for wireless communication with the core networks.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04L 41/5041 - Network service management, e.g. ensuring proper service fulfilment according to agreements characterised by the time relationship between creation and deployment of a service
  • H04L 41/5003 - Managing SLAInteraction between SLA and QoS
  • H04W 76/16 - Setup of multiple wireless link connections involving different core network technologies, e.g. a packet-switched [PS] bearer in combination with a circuit-switched [CS] bearer

70.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IMPROVING NETWORK PERFORMANCE TO REDUCE INTERFERENCE

      
Application Number 18622454
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-03-29
First Publication Date 2024-10-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Pirooz, Ali Dolatshahi
  • Anderson, Gustave
  • Wang, Angela Kuo
  • Pandya, Julee

Abstract

Embodiments disclose a computer-implemented method. The method includes detecting a stream of network packets for a computing device by a network controller. Based on the stream of network packets, the method includes detecting available frequency channels of a plurality of network stations by the network controller. The network controller may determine and select a plurality of available frequency channels of the plurality of network stations to transmit the stream of network packets. Then, the method performs one or more of: duplicating data of the stream of network packets over the plurality of available frequency channels, beam re-assignment over one or more network stations of the plurality of network stations and beam duplication over the plurality of network stations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04W 72/541 - Allocation or scheduling criteria for wireless resources based on quality criteria using the level of interference
  • H04L 5/00 - Arrangements affording multiple use of the transmission path
  • H04W 72/0453 - Resources in frequency domain, e.g. a carrier in FDMA
  • H04W 74/0808 - Non-scheduled access, e.g. ALOHA using carrier sensing, e.g. carrier sense multiple access [CSMA]

71.

Superadditivity for remote sensing and communication

      
Application Number 17187627
Grant Number 12093783
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-02-26
First Publication Date 2024-09-17
Grant Date 2024-09-17
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Buck, Jr., Joseph Robert

Abstract

A system for superadditivity for remote sensing and communication includes coupling optics to direct several input pulses received over a communication channel to an interaction medium. A probe beam entering the interaction medium at an angle performs state preparation and manipulation. A detector reads the output light of the interaction medium. Orthogonality states of symbols represented by the plurality of input pulses are affected by the communication channel, and the interaction medium provides the output light via local entanglement of the plurality of input pulses and the probe beam.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H04B 10/70 - Photonic quantum communication
  • B82Y 10/00 - Nanotechnology for information processing, storage or transmission, e.g. quantum computing or single electron logic
  • G06N 10/00 - Quantum computing, i.e. information processing based on quantum-mechanical phenomena
  • H01S 3/00 - Lasers, i.e. devices using stimulated emission of electromagnetic radiation in the infrared, visible or ultraviolet wave range

72.

Twist feed radio frequency polarizer

      
Application Number 17842951
Grant Number 12085758
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-17
First Publication Date 2024-09-10
Grant Date 2024-09-10
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Wrigley, Jason Stewart

Abstract

Radio frequency (RF) polarizer feeds and associated waveguide structures having twist features are discussed herein. In one example, a first waveguide segment spans a longitudinal axis between a feed port and a twist port and includes two stacked rounded rectangular elements skewed in minor axis alignment with respect to each other and having major axes perpendicular to the longitudinal axis. A second waveguide segment spans the longitudinal axis between the twist port and a polarizer port and is coupled to the first waveguide segment at the twist port. The second waveguide segment includes first ridge elements that span longitudinally from the twist port on first opposing walls of the second waveguide segment, and second ridge elements that span longitudinally from the twist port on second opposing walls of the second waveguide segment.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G02B 6/27 - Optical coupling means with polarisation selective and adjusting means

73.

Thermal control systems and methods for spacecraft

      
Application Number 18176219
Grant Number 12168530
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-02-28
First Publication Date 2024-08-29
Grant Date 2024-12-17
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Ramirez, Mark
  • Hooker, Donna
  • Chen, Olivia Christine
  • Isabelle, Megan Taylor
  • Knapp, David Wayne
  • Nevius, Meredith Swegan

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a spacecraft includes an electronics housing having a sun-facing side. The spacecraft further includes a peel-and-stick thermal control material coupled to the sun-facing side of the electronics housing. The peel-and-stick thermal control material includes a non-metallic optical interface coating, a carrier film, and an adhesive.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64G 1/58 - Thermal protection, e.g. heat shields
  • B64G 1/54 - Protection against radiation

74.

Broadside coupled radio frequency interconnect

      
Application Number 17726672
Grant Number 12069798
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-04-22
First Publication Date 2024-08-20
Grant Date 2024-08-20
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Hand, Thomas Henry
  • Gustafson, Joshua David
  • Torres, Joseph M.
  • Rothlisberger, Aaron Christopher
  • Hasse, Roger Douglas
  • Hess, Adam Blair
  • Gast, Madison P.
  • Olds, Braiden T.
  • Martin, Colton Brent

Abstract

Enhanced components and assemblies for connector-less radio frequency (RF) interconnect systems are provided. One example includes two circuit boards each with a broadside coupling feature comprising a tapered circuit board trace having a terminal portion. The circuit boards are positioned in close proximity to establish a desired gap, and a dielectric material is positioned within the gap between circuit boards. The broadside coupling features of the circuit boards are then configured to convey RF signals over the gap without electrical contact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 1/02 - Printed circuits Details
  • H01P 5/18 - Conjugate devices, i.e. devices having at least one port decoupled from one other port consisting of two coupled guides, e.g. directional couplers
  • H05K 1/14 - Structural association of two or more printed circuits

75.

SPIHDR

      
Serial Number 98687595
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-08-07
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ? 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

image sensor in the nature of a focal plane array

76.

Systems and methods for scaling quantum key transmission to enhance security

      
Application Number 17836916
Grant Number 12052351
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-06-09
First Publication Date 2024-07-30
Grant Date 2024-07-30
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Buck, Jr., Joseph Robert

Abstract

Information can be transmitted through classical and quantum communication channels in parallel and at rates that enhance secure communication. The quantum communication is scaled to a transmission rate of 10 GHz or more, which matches the rate of classical communication transmission. During transmission of information (e.g., a message) through a classical channel, a quantum channel can transmit quantum key information used to construct a new key (e.g., a new decryption key) from the prior key. As a result, the same key is not reused for decryption and can be discarded after use. Further, a multiplexing system can encode and transmit both classical and quantum communication at the GHz-level transmission rate as a single optical beam, while a demultiplexing can receive and decode the information from the single optical beam.

IPC Classes  ?

77.

Integrated convertible quadcopter with full field of regard

      
Application Number 18342992
Grant Number 12221212
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-06-28
First Publication Date 2024-07-18
Grant Date 2025-02-11
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Angelucci, Marc T.

Abstract

The present disclosure is directed to unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) comprising a convertible body operably coupled to at least one sensor, and further configured to rotate at least about a longitudinal axis, thereby providing a full field of regard for the at least one sensor, and a plurality of arms extending laterally from the convertible body, each arm of the plurality of arms having a rotor assembly coupled thereto.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
  • B64C 27/08 - Helicopters with two or more rotors
  • B64U 10/13 - Flying platforms
  • B64U 10/14 - Flying platforms with four distinct rotor axes, e.g. quadcopters
  • B64U 20/87 - Mounting of imaging devices, e.g. mounting of gimbals
  • B64U 30/297 - Tilting rotors
  • B64U 30/20 - RotorsRotor supports
  • B64U 50/19 - Propulsion using electrically powered motors

78.

MULTI-PORT QUANTUM INFORMATION ENGINE

      
Application Number US2023017874
Publication Number 2024/151276
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-07
Publication Date 2024-07-18
Owner
  • LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
  • UNIVERSITY OF TWENTE (Netherlands)
  • SABANCI UNIVERSITY (Turkey)
Inventor
  • Couger, Danielle Marie
  • Salas, Rodolfo
  • Adagideli, Inanc
  • Brinkman, Alexander
  • Kölling, Sofie
  • Bozkurt, Ahmet Mert

Abstract

A system comprising a quantum information engine (QIE). The QIE includes a topological surface state three-dimensional topological insulator (TSS-3DTI) to flow, in a first flow direction from an input side to an output side, electrons having a first spin-momentum. The TSS-3DTI includes a first surface. The first surface has first spin-momentum locked charge carriers and a plurality of first magnetic impurities having a second average nuclear spin polarization. The TSS-3DTI stores information in the first surface at the points of interaction that occur between the plurality of first magnetic impurities interacting with the flowing electrons to exchange, at each point of interaction, a nuclear spin of a respective first magnetic impurity with an electron spin of a respective flowing electron. The system can include at least one surface. The system can harvest energy from other integrated circuits. A method of storing quantum energy is also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06N 10/40 - Physical realisations or architectures of quantum processors or components for manipulating qubits, e.g. qubit coupling or qubit control
  • H10B 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • H99Z 99/00 - Subject matter not otherwise provided for in this section

79.

MODE-DEPENDENT TACTILE FEEDBACK PROFILES FOR AN INCEPTOR

      
Application Number 17969431
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-10-19
First Publication Date 2024-07-11
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Luszcz, Matthew T.

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing tactile feedback via an inceptor. A control system for an aircraft includes an inceptor and a controller. The inceptor includes a grip portion moveable between a plurality of positions and one or more motors to apply a variable force to the grip portion. The controller is coupled to the one or more motors. The controller includes an electronic processor and a memory. The controller is configured to operate in a first operating mode, select a first tactile feedback profile associated with the first operating mode, and control the one or more motors based on the first tactile feedback profile. The controller is further configured to detect a transition from the first operating mode to a second operating mode, select a second tactile feedback profile associated with the second operating mode, and control the one or more motors based on the second tactile feedback profile.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64C 13/04 - Initiating means actuated personally
  • G05D 1/08 - Control of attitude, i.e. control of roll, pitch, or yaw

80.

Gearbox lubrication system for an aircraft

      
Application Number 17973134
Grant Number 12078239
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-10-25
First Publication Date 2024-07-11
Grant Date 2024-09-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Mullen, Michael F.
  • Tully, Thomas L.
  • Wolcott, William

Abstract

A lubricant system includes a first gearbox defining a first internal cavity, a second gearbox defining a second internal cavity, a first lubricant cooler positioned external the first and second internal cavities, a second lubricant cooler positioned external the first and second internal cavities, and a plurality of fluid passages fluidly connecting the first lubricant cooler and second lubricant coolers to each of the first gearbox and the second gearbox. The first lubricant cooler and the second lubricant cooler are configured to hold lubricant. The fluid passages include a first main fluid passage fluidly connecting the first lubricant cooler to the first gearbox, a second main fluid passage fluidly connecting the second lubricant cooler to the second gearbox, a first auxiliary passage fluidly connecting the first lubricant cooler to the second gearbox, and a second auxiliary passage fluidly connecting the second lubricant cooler to the first gearbox.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16H 57/04 - Features relating to lubrication or cooling

81.

MACHINE LEARNED USER INTERFACE FOR DYNAMIC CONTROL OF INTELLIGENT RADAR CLUTTER MITIGATION

      
Application Number 18147949
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-29
First Publication Date 2024-07-04
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Vojnika, Mirjeta
  • Sanchirico, Iii, Mauro Joseph
  • O'Rourke, Sean

Abstract

Systems and methods for sensing targets within an ambient environment. One example system includes a human machine interface and an electronic processor. The electronic processor is configured to receive sensor data including a plurality of targets. The electronic processor is configured to select a clutter mitigation model and generate, with the clutter mitigation model, a subset of the plurality of targets based on the sensor data. The electronic processor is configured to receive, from the human machine interface, an operator sensitivity setting. The electronic processor is configured to generate, with a machine learning mapping function, a post-processing parameter based on the operator sensitivity setting. The electronic processor is configured to process the subset of the plurality of targets based on the post-processing parameter to select, from the subset, a display target. The electronic processor is configured to display, via the human machine interface, the display target.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01S 13/524 - Discriminating between fixed and moving objects or between objects moving at different speeds using transmissions of interrupted pulse modulated waves based upon the phase or frequency shift resulting from movement of objects, with reference to the transmitted signals, e.g. coherent MTi
  • G01S 13/56 - Discriminating between fixed and moving objects or between objects moving at different speeds for presence detection

82.

LEGION POD

      
Application Number 1797518
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-03-06
Registration Date 2024-03-06
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Infrared sensors; multi-domain sensor system for aerial platforms; infrared sensors designed to improve battlespace communication and mission coordination; data linking systems for use with aerial platforms. Providing non-downloadable software for use with systems designed to improve battlespace communication and mission coordination.

83.

JAVELIN

      
Application Number 1797030
Status Registered
Filing Date 2024-04-04
Registration Date 2024-04-04
Owner
  • Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
  • Raytheon Company (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services

Goods & Services

Training in the use of military equipment.

84.

MANTIS

      
Serial Number 98631830
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-03
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ? 13 - Firearms; explosives

Goods & Services

Munitions, namely, missiles in the nature of defense articles

85.

FLASHTRACKER

      
Serial Number 98629889
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-07-02
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation ()
NICE Classes  ? 42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design

Goods & Services

Providing on-line non-downloadable computer software for predicting ignition points for lightning-induced wildfires; software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for predicting ignition points for lightning-induced wildfires

86.

Automated non-contact thickness inspection and projection system

      
Application Number 18602774
Grant Number 12215965
Status In Force
Filing Date 2024-03-12
First Publication Date 2024-06-27
Grant Date 2025-02-04
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Whitaker, Shane
  • Drewett, Jeffrey
  • Mann, Anthony

Abstract

In one embodiment, systems and methods include using an inspection and projection system to measure the thickness of a coating and provide visual guidance for secondary operations. The inspection and projection system comprises a robotic arm operable to rotate about a plurality of axes, wherein an end effector is disposed at a distal end of the robotic arm. The inspection and projection system further comprises a linear rail system, wherein the robotic arm is coupled to the linear rail system, and wherein the robotic arm is operable to translate along the linear rail system. The inspection and projection system further comprises a frame, wherein the linear rail system is disposed on top of the frame, and an information handling system coupled to the frame, wherein the information handling system is operable to actuate the robotic arm and the linear rail system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01B 11/06 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness for measuring thickness
  • B25J 9/16 - Programme controls
  • G05D 1/00 - Control of position, course, altitude or attitude of land, water, air or space vehicles, e.g. using automatic pilots
  • G05D 1/227 - Handing over between remote control and on-board controlHanding over between remote control arrangements
  • B05B 13/04 - Means for supporting workArrangement or mounting of spray headsAdaptation or arrangement of means for feeding work the spray heads being moved during operation

87.

Motion steering under kino dynamic constraints

      
Application Number 18088215
Grant Number 12216481
Status In Force
Filing Date 2022-12-23
First Publication Date 2024-06-27
Grant Date 2025-02-04
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor Dadkhah Tehrani, Navid

Abstract

Motion steering under kino dynamic constraints is provided. A system can receive an indication to return to a route generated for autonomous navigation by the aircraft to a destination. The system can generate a vector field formed of a plurality of vectors that merge into the route. The vector field can be generated responsive to the indication to return to the route. The system can provide instructions to steer the aircraft toward the destination along the route via one or more vectors of the plurality of vectors in the vector field. The instructions can be based on a cost function applied to the vector field.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05D 1/10 - Simultaneous control of position or course in three dimensions
  • B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
  • G05D 1/00 - Control of position, course, altitude or attitude of land, water, air or space vehicles, e.g. using automatic pilots

88.

AUGMENTING PILOTED DISPLAY DATA WITH PROCESSED DATA

      
Application Number 18146713
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-27
First Publication Date 2024-06-27
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Thornberg, Christopher A.
  • Cooper, Daniel M.
  • Lee, Stephen P.
  • Fell, William C.
  • Donovan, Kenneth Burton
  • Marzella, Steven D.
  • Adams, David L.

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing situational awareness to pilots of an aircraft. One example system includes an electronic processor configured to receive a raw sensor value for an operational characteristic of the aircraft and generate a processed sensor value based on the raw sensor value. The electronic processor is configured to provide the processed sensor value to a flight control system. The electronic processor is configured to generate a first digital gauge object that includes a graphical representation of the raw sensor value. The electronic processor is configured to generate a second digital gauge object that includes a graphical representation of the processed sensor value and a graphical representation indicating that the processed sensor value is being displayed. The electronic processor is configured to present the first digital gauge object on a first display of the aircraft and the second digital gauge object on a second display of the aircraft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64D 45/00 - Aircraft indicators or protectors not otherwise provided for
  • G06T 11/00 - 2D [Two Dimensional] image generation

89.

ORTHOGONAL CIRCUIT BOARD INTERCONNECTION SYSTEMS

      
Application Number 18069788
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-21
First Publication Date 2024-06-27
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Silverman, Alexander John

Abstract

According to some embodiments, an interface assembly for coupling an orthogonal circuit board to a main circuit board includes a frame, signal pins, and dielectric retainers. The frame is electrically coupled to a ground signal of the orthogonal circuit board. The dielectric retainers electrically isolate the plurality of signal pins from the frame. The frame includes an interface surface configured to electrically couple the frame to a plurality of ground spring pins of a spring interposer of the main circuit board. Each particular signal pin of the interface assembly includes a pin head configured to electrically couple the particular signal pin to a particular one of a plurality of signal spring pins of the spring interposer. The interface surface of the frame and the pin heads of the plurality of signal pins form a coplanar surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01R 12/73 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures connecting to other rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H01R 12/72 - Coupling devices for rigid printing circuits or like structures coupling with the edge of the rigid printed circuits or like structures
  • H05K 1/14 - Structural association of two or more printed circuits

90.

PI-SHAPED PREFORM AND BONDED JOINTS THEREOF

      
Application Number 18065850
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-14
First Publication Date 2024-06-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Koon, Robert Warner
  • Nguyen, Felix Nhanchau
  • Hecht, Daniel H.
  • Rousseau, Carl Q.

Abstract

According to some embodiments, an interface assembly for coupling an orthogonal circuit board to a main circuit board includes a frame, signal pins, and dielectric retainers. The frame is electrically coupled to a ground signal of the orthogonal circuit board. The dielectric retainers electrically isolate the plurality of signal pins from the frame. The frame includes an interface surface configured to electrically couple the frame to a plurality of ground spring pins of a spring interposer of the main circuit board. Each particular signal pin of the interface assembly includes a pin head configured to electrically couple the particular signal pin to a particular one of a plurality of signal spring pins of the spring interposer. The interface surface of the frame and the pin heads of the plurality of signal pins form a coplanar surface.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 5/12 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments characterised by the relative arrangement of fibres or filaments of adjacent layers
  • B32B 3/28 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer comprising a deformed thin sheet, e.g. corrugated, crumpled
  • B32B 5/02 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by structural features of a layer comprising fibres or filaments
  • B32B 7/12 - Interconnection of layers using interposed adhesives or interposed materials with bonding properties

91.

AIRCRAFT BATTERY COOLING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION

      
Application Number 18081164
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-14
First Publication Date 2024-06-20
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Eller, Erez
  • Lauder, Timothy F.

Abstract

Systems and methods for providing cooling and fire suppression for battery modules of an aircraft. One embodiment described herein provides an aircraft including a plurality of battery modules and a battery thermal management system. Each battery of the plurality of battery modules includes a housing. The battery thermal management system includes a storage vessel containing a cooling propellant, a conduit fluidly coupling the storage vessel to an interior of the housing of each of the plurality of battery modules, a vessel valve controlling a flow rate of the cooling propellant from the storage vessel to the conduit, and a venting system. The venting system includes one or more nozzles extending to an exterior of the aircraft and in fluid communication with the interior of the housing of each of the plurality of battery modules. The one or more nozzles direct the cooling propellant to the exterior of the aircraft.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01M 10/6568 - Liquids characterised by flow circuits, e.g. loops, located externally to the cells or cell casings
  • H01M 10/48 - Accumulators combined with arrangements for measuring, testing or indicating the condition of cells, e.g. the level or density of the electrolyte
  • H01M 10/63 - Control systems
  • H01M 50/317 - Re-sealable arrangements
  • H01M 50/383 - Flame arresting or ignition-preventing means

92.

SYSTEM FOR SURVIVABILITY OF MICROELECTRONICS IN EXTREME TEMPERATURE OPERATING ENVIRONMENTS

      
Application Number 18533848
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-12-08
First Publication Date 2024-06-13
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Lynn, Keith William
  • Callahan, John James
  • Brock, Darren K
  • Segal, Brent M.
  • Nichols, Jonathan A.
  • Spatcher, James M.
  • Beckford, Matthew G.
  • Shah, Tushar K.

Abstract

A system and method for operating and fabricating microelectronics for use in extreme-temperature operating environments is disclosed. The microelectronics are designed for operating at conditions that may include temperatures greater than three hundred degrees Celsius. The system and method include one or more modules that each comprise a substrate, a package lid, and an integrated circuit die. A package lid that encloses the integrated circuit die and is disposed on the opposite side of the integrated circuit die from that of a substrate. A thermo-mechanical attachment layer is provided between the integrated circuit die and package lid. Additionally, one or more microfabricated metal pillars that incorporate both thermo-mechanical pathways and signal pathways are provided to connect the integrated circuit die to the substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 23/36 - Selection of materials, or shaping, to facilitate cooling or heating, e.g. heat sinks
  • H01L 23/00 - Details of semiconductor or other solid state devices
  • H01L 29/778 - Field-effect transistors with two-dimensional charge carrier gas channel, e.g. HEMT

93.

SYSTEM FOR SURVIVABILITY OF MICROELECTRONICS IN EXTREME TEMPERATURE OPERATING ENVIRONMENTS

      
Application Number US2023083121
Publication Number 2024/124131
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-12-08
Publication Date 2024-06-13
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Lynn, Keith, William
  • Callahan, John, James
  • Brock, Darren, K.
  • Segal, Brent, M.
  • Nichols, Jonathan, A.
  • Spatcher, James, M.
  • Beckford, Matthew, G.
  • Shah, Tushar, K.

Abstract

A system and method for operating and fabricating microelectronics for use in extreme¬ temperature operating environments is disclosed. The microelectronics are designed for operating at conditions that may include temperatures greater than three hundred degrees Celsius. The system and method include one or more modules that each comprise a substrate, a package lid, and an integrated circuit die. A package lid that encloses the integrated circuit die and is disposed on the opposite side of the integrated circuit die from that of a substrate. A thermo-mechanical attachment layer is provided between the integrated circuit die and package lid. Additionally, one or more microfabricated metal pillars that incorporate both thermo-mechanical pathways and signal pathways are provided to connect the integrated circuit die to the substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 23/34 - Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation
  • H01L 23/482 - Arrangements for conducting electric current to or from the solid state body in operation, e.g. leads or terminal arrangements consisting of lead-in layers inseparably applied to the semiconductor body
  • H01L 23/66 - High-frequency adaptations
  • H01L 23/367 - Cooling facilitated by shape of device

94.

Fastener removal assembly for automated temporary fastener removal

      
Application Number 18298715
Grant Number 12005537
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-04-11
First Publication Date 2024-06-11
Grant Date 2024-06-11
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Winter, Iii, Max Nelson
  • Bielski, David
  • Kulkarni, Ashish Prashant
  • Smith, Jay A.
  • Rup, Tyler Martin

Abstract

A fastener removal assembly comprises a drive housing operable to receive a drive unit, wherein the drive housing comprises a shaft configured to rotate based on operation of the drive unit, the shaft extending downwards and out of the drive housing. The fastener removal assembly further comprises a set of gripping jaws disposed under the drive housing and around a portion of the shaft and a first pneumatic actuator coupled to the set of gripping jaws configured to actuate the set of gripping jaws to expand and retract. The fastener removal assembly further comprises at least one second pneumatic actuator disposed on top of the first pneumatic actuator. The fastener removal assembly further comprises an intermediate coupler, wherein the intermediate coupler is coupled to a side of the drive housing, and wherein the at least one second pneumatic actuator is coupled to a bottom side of the intermediate coupler.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23P 19/06 - Screw or nut setting or loosening machines

95.

Method and system for ice detection

      
Application Number 16700770
Grant Number 12024300
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-12-02
First Publication Date 2024-06-06
Grant Date 2024-07-02
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor Stewart, Jeffrey

Abstract

A system including an apparatus for determining the presence of ice on an external surface of a structure is provided. The apparatus includes a sensor that includes first and second parallel ink or paint conductive traces separated by a gap. The apparatus also includes a circuit configured to measure the impedance or change in impedance between the first and second parallel ink or paint conductive traces.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B64D 15/20 - Means for detecting icing or initiating de-icing
  • G01N 27/02 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating impedance

96.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR USING SECURE REMOTE DIRECT MEMORY ACCESS (RDMA) SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2023081596
Publication Number 2024/118769
Status In Force
Filing Date 2023-11-29
Publication Date 2024-06-06
Owner LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION (USA)
Inventor
  • Hale, Robert, W.
  • Borowski, Kyle, Alan
  • Vanderpol, Mathew, Lee

Abstract

Embodiments provide a method executed by a secure remote direct memory (RDMA) system. The method includes detecting, by the secure RDMA system, a connection request to create an encrypted connection between a first computing device and a second computing device. An encryption key is shared between the first computing device and the second computing device. In response to sharing the encryption key, accessing a plurality of images of a plurality of memories of the second computing device. The plurality of images of the plurality of memories includes memory addresses. The method includes receiving an access request specifying a range of memory addresses from the first computing device based on accessing the plurality of images of the plurality of memories. The method includes creating an encrypted tunnel between the first computing device and the second computing device to share memory information based on the range of memory addresses of the plurality of memories, in response to the access request.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G06F 21/60 - Protecting data
  • G06F 15/173 - Interprocessor communication using an interconnection network, e.g. matrix, shuffle, pyramid, star or snowflake
  • G06F 21/62 - Protecting access to data via a platform, e.g. using keys or access control rules
  • H04L 9/40 - Network security protocols

97.

STALKER

      
Application Number 233094200
Status Pending
Filing Date 2024-06-05
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
NICE Classes  ? 12 - Land, air and water vehicles; parts of land vehicles

Goods & Services

(1) Unmanned aerial systems.

98.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR USING SECURE REMOTE DIRECT MEMORY ACCESS (RDMA) SYSTEM

      
Application Number 18522677
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-05-30
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Hale, Robert W.
  • Borowski, Kyle Alan
  • Vanderpol, Mathew Lee

Abstract

Embodiments provide a method executed by a secure remote direct memory (RDMA) system. The method includes detecting, by the secure RDMA system, a connection request to create an encrypted connection between a first computing device and a second computing device. An encryption key is shared between the first computing device and the second computing device. In response to sharing the encryption key, accessing a plurality of images of a plurality of memories of the second computing device. The plurality of images of the plurality of memories includes memory addresses. The method includes receiving an access request specifying a range of memory addresses from the first computing device based on accessing the plurality of images of the plurality of memories. The method includes creating an encrypted tunnel between the first computing device and the second computing device to share memory information based on the range of memory addresses of the plurality of memories, in response to the access request.

IPC Classes  ?

99.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING TRAFFIC PACKETS

      
Application Number 18522755
Status Pending
Filing Date 2023-11-29
First Publication Date 2024-05-30
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Hale, Robert W.
  • Borowski, Kyle Alan

Abstract

Embodiments provide a system for managing traffic packets of application components. The system includes a security controller. The security controller may be coupled to a plurality of application components. The security controller includes one or more memories and a plurality of processors. The one or more memories are operable to store a set of application components features of each application component of the plurality of application components. The processors may be coupled with the memories and a processor may be configured to perform one or more steps. The processor receives traffic packets from a set of the plurality of application components coupled to the security controller. The processor receives traffic packets from a set of the plurality of application components coupled to the security controller. The processor inspects the traffic packets of the set of the plurality of application components to determine an application component feature of each of the application components in the set of the plurality of application components. The processor compares the application component feature of each of the application components with the set of application components features. The processor performs one or more operations to manage the traffic packets of each of the set of the plurality of application components based on comparing the application component feature of each of the set of the plurality of application components with the set of application components features.

IPC Classes  ?

100.

Printable high-strength alloys

      
Application Number 17127796
Grant Number 11993831
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-18
First Publication Date 2024-05-28
Grant Date 2024-05-28
Owner Lockheed Martin Corporation (USA)
Inventor
  • Smith, Scott Wesley
  • Cuellar, Servando D.
  • Reale, Michael A.
  • Lucatero Sanchez, Ivan Audon

Abstract

Printable high-strength alloys, including aluminum alloys can be produced in an additive manufacturing process. Such alloys can include aluminum-silver (“Al—Ag”) alloys that are produced by a laser melting process using a powder bed fusion. The results of the process and the characteristics of the produced alloy can be determined by controlling at least an energy beam power, an energy beam speed, and/or an energy beam size. The operational parameters can be controlled with high precision to produce a printable, high-strength aluminum alloy.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
  • B22F 10/10 - Formation of a green body
  • B22F 10/20 - Direct sintering or melting
  • B22F 10/31 - Calibration of process steps or apparatus settings, e.g. before or during manufacturing
  • B22F 10/36 - Process control of energy beam parameters
  • B22F 12/00 - Apparatus or devices specially adapted for additive manufacturingAuxiliary means for additive manufacturingCombinations of additive manufacturing apparatus or devices with other processing apparatus or devices
  • B22F 12/40 - Radiation means
  • C22C 1/04 - Making non-ferrous alloys by powder metallurgy
  • C22C 5/06 - Alloys based on silver
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