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Barrington, IL, United States of America

Recon/optical, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 37

CIPO Patents = 3

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 1,790

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43 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

James P Quinn (11 out of 17 patents)

Stephen R Beran (11 out of 11 patents)

Andre G Lareau (8 out of 8 patents)

4. Russell A Bennett (6 out of 9 patents)

5. Allie M Baker (6 out of 8 patents)

6. Andrew J Partynski (5 out of 5 patents)

7. Stephan Wyatt (4 out of 4 patents)

8. John Jones (4 out of 4 patents)

9. William R Pfister (4 out of 4 patents)

10. Brian O James (3 out of 22 patents)

11. John G Lecuyer (3 out of 3 patents)

12. George Hines (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Michael Bown (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Steven R Beran (2 out of 2 patents)

15. John A Lund (2 out of 5 patents)

Core Competencies:

Multispectral Imaging

Hyperspectral Camera

Electro-Optical System

Aerial Reconnaissance

Image Processing

Weapon Station

Motion Compensation

Optical Stabilization

Camera System

Focal Plane Shutter

Lens Retainer

Digital Controller

37 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7614333 - Rounds counter remotely located from gun (2009-11-10),

2. 7600462 - Dual elevation weapon station and method of use (2009-10-13),

3. 7546794 - Adjustable multi-caliber, multi-feed ammunition container (2009-06-16),

4. 7493846 - Dual elevation weapon station and method of use (2009-02-24),

5. 7455007 - Dual elevation weapon station and method of use (2008-11-25),

6. 7231862 - Dual elevation weapon station and method of use (2007-06-19),

7. 6831688 - Multispectral or hyperspectral imaging system and method for tactical reconnaissance (2004-12-14),

8. 6826358 - Dual band hyperspectral framing reconnaissance camera (2004-11-30),

9. 6785032 - Laser countermeasure system and method (2004-08-31),

10. 6769347 - Dual elevation weapon station and method of use (2004-08-03),

11. 6747686 - High aspect stereoscopic mode camera and method (2004-06-08),

12. 6694094 - Dual band framing reconnaissance camera (2004-02-17),

13. 6658207 - Method of framing reconnaissance with motion roll compensation (2003-12-02),

14. 6510282 - Long-life focal plane shutter for reconnaissance cameras (2003-01-21),

15. 6477326 - Dual band framing reconnaissance camera (2002-11-05),

Company Overview

Recon/Optical, Inc. is a technology company based in Barrington, Illinois, specializing in advanced optical systems and imaging solutions. The organization focuses on developing high-performance optical devices for various applications, including defense, surveillance, and industrial sectors. With a commitment to innovation, Recon/Optical leverages cutting-edge research in optics and imaging technology to deliver products that enhance situational awareness and operational effectiveness in complex environments.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

37 Patents

#3 in Barrington, IL

#517 in Illinois

#9,251 in US

#18,260 in the World

Barrington, IL, United States of America

Recon/optical, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,790

43 inventors:

James P Quinn (11 out of 17 patents)

Stephen R Beran (11 out of 11 patents)

Andre G Lareau (8 out of 8 patents)

4. Russell A Bennett (6 out of 9 patents)

5. Allie M Baker (6 out of 8 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Recon/optical, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/recon-optical

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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