Power source using a photovoltaic array and self-luminous microspheres

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 5443657
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08121486

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A power source comprises at least one photovoltaic cell arranged adjacent a plurality of self-luminous microspheres containing a radioactive material such as tritium and phosphor particles. Photons generated from the phosphor particles strike the photovoltaic array which converts the light to electrical energy. The self-luminous microspheres can be arranged adjacent the photovoltaic array using a binder material. The inventive power source provides a portable, safe, and long lasting battery which is adaptable for a wide range of applications requiring a reliable power source.

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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA THE AS REPRESENTED BY THE DIRECTOR OF THE NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY9800 SAVAGE ROAD ATTN PATENT COUNSEL GC R/E FT MEADE MD 20755-6000

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Arneson, Michael 1500 Conrose Dr., Westminster, MD 21157 9 153
Bilhuber, Paul 89 Claremont Ave., Maplewood, NJ 07040 1 16
Divers, III Edward F 14022 Vista Dr., #70A, Laurel, MD 20707 1 16
Rivenburg, Howard C 32 Berrien Ave., Princeton Junction, NJ 08550-1302 1 16

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