Francis A Cantaloupe is a notable inventor based in Horseheads, NY (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of glass-ceramic technology, holding a total of 2 patents. His work focuses on creating innovative materials that enhance the functionality and aesthetic appeal of glass products.

Latest Patents

Cantaloupe's latest patents include the development of brown glass-ceramic articles. This invention relates to the production of essentially transparent glass-ceramic sheets that are useful as surfaces for smoothtop cooking stoves. These sheets display a warm brown coloration that effectively conceals the heating element when not in use, while still allowing for visible observation during operation. The composition of these products includes 2.5-4.5% Li.sub.2 O, 1-2% MgO, 1-2% ZnO, 19.5-21% Al.sub.2 O.sub.3, 66.5-68% SiO.sub.2, 4-5% TiO.sub.2, and 0.02-0.2% V.sub.2 O.sub.5.

Another significant patent involves composite glass articles, specifically spontaneous opal glass and enamel of Li.sub.2. This invention focuses on producing a composite article that consists of an opal glass body with a dense, milky-white appearance, coated with an adherent enamel that demonstrates high gloss and exceptional chemical durability. The opal glasses have compositions within the Na.sub.2 O-Al.sub.2 O.sub.3 -SiO.sub.2 -F system and exhibit a softening point exceeding 760°C, a strain point above 490°C, and a coefficient of thermal expansion of about 66-75 × 10⁻⁷ /°C.

Career Highlights

Cantaloupe is currently employed at Corning Glass Works, a leading company in glass technology. His work has significantly advanced the capabilities of glass materials, particularly in the context of kitchen appliances and durable glass products.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Cantaloupe has collaborated with notable coworkers such as David C Boyd and William H Dumbaugh, Jr. These collaborations have contributed to the innovative advancements in glass technology.