Research/Patents/US 6140658
US 6140658Tier 1 — UAP Program Assignee

COMBUSTION HEATED HONEYCOMB MANTLE INFRARED RADIATION SOURCE

Assignee

Lockheed/Skunk Works

Filed as: LOCKHEED SANDERS, INC.

Filed

Feb 16, 1973

Granted

Oct 31, 2000

Location

65 SPIT BROOK ROAD, NASHUA NEW HAMPSHIRE 03061

Abstract

An infrared radiation source is provided by directing combustion gases through a honeycomb mantle along the axis of symmetry thereof. The honeycomb mantle is formed of individual tubes disposed at an angle to the axis of symmetry of the mantle and is closed at the end away from the combustion gas input. The mantle may contain a structure to divert the combustion gases therein to aid in uniform heating.

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35 USC §181 Secrecy Order

Imposed

Oct 6, 1981

Rescinded

Mar 15, 2000

Duration

18 years, 5 months

Inventor

  • 1PHILIP O. JARVINEN

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