Howard A Foote

20050031938, Feb 10, 2005

Jan 26, 2004

10/764715

Robert Burdine - Ardmore TN, US
Howard Foote - La Quinta CA, US

H01M008/04
H01M002/38

429068000, 429023000, 429081000

Method and device for the continuous refueling of a battery suitable for mobile and stationary power applications are provided. A methodology is described comprised of the formation of a continuous electrochemical transport and current conduction belt battery cell, being subdivided into a plurality of electrochemical cells comprising a high current source at a desirable voltage. Means are described for a refuelable battery-forming device. The device is suitable to receive electrochemical fuel in a variety of forms from powders to pellets to continuous ribbons and produce electrical current at a high rate.

55033504, Apr 2, 1996

Oct 28, 1993

8/145204

Howard A. Foote - Palm Springs CA

Skysat Communications Network Corporation - New York NY

B64C 3902

244 1R

An unmanned, remotely controlled microwave-powered aircraft for use as a stationary communications platform. The aircraft is generally a flying wing with a large, flat inner wing having a rectenna on the underside. Rectennas may also be provided on the underside of the wings, the combined output from the rectenna being used to provide power to two electric motors housed within torpedo-shaped nacelles which drive two rear propellers. The rectenna converts a microwave signal at 35 GHz generated by a ground power station utilizing dual gyrotrons and a 34-meter diameter antenna dish. The aircraft has a preferred airfoil cross section throughout and is constructed of lightweight but strong materials in order to provide an enhanced flying time of several months. A power management and distribution system manages the DC power produced by the rectenna to supply power to the flight controls, propulsion system and payload.