This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: US Government as Represented by the Secretary of the Army. Active years: 2006.
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Years Active: 2006
Title: Innovations of Bingquan Chen in Seismic Activity Monitoring
Introduction
Bingquan Chen is an accomplished inventor based in Hoboken, NJ (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of seismic activity monitoring through his innovative patent. His work focuses on utilizing fiber optic technology to enhance the sensitivity and reliability of seismic sensors.
Latest Patents
Bingquan Chen holds a patent for a "Seismic activity monitor based on optical fiber Bragg gratings." This invention involves fiber Bragg gratings (FBG) seismic activity sensors that are coupled in sensor arrays. These sensors provide increased sensitivity to seismic activities, lower strain values, and an absence of electromagnetic interference (EMI). This technology allows for the detection of troop and vehicle movements based on ground vibrations that generate seismic signals. The FBG sensor head features a spring-mass configuration, which includes a head surface, fiber optic cable, and the FBG sensor attached to a spring that stretches during the acceleration of the mass. Waves propagating inside the earth and along the ground cause movement of the seismic activity sensors embedded in the ground, inducing an acceleration-dependent change in the FBG gratings placed on the sensors. The invention also includes multiple sensor configurations, where the cable connects to other sensors in the network.
Career Highlights
Bingquan Chen is currently employed by the US Government as represented by the Secretary of the Army. His work in this capacity has allowed him to apply his innovative ideas to real-world applications, particularly in the field of defense and security.
Collaborations
Bingquan Chen has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Robert A Pastore, Jr. and John A Kosinski. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of technology in seismic monitoring and related fields.
Conclusion
Bingquan Chen's contributions to seismic activity monitoring through his innovative patent demonstrate his expertise and commitment to advancing technology in this critical area. His work not only enhances the sensitivity of seismic sensors but also plays a vital role in security applications.