This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: United States of America as Represented by the Secretary of the Air Force. Active years: 2003.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2003
Title: Innovations of Gary Dale in Structural Fatigue Measurement
Introduction
Gary Dale is an accomplished inventor based in Kettering, OH (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of structural engineering, particularly in the measurement of structural fatigue. His innovative approach utilizes temperature-sensitive coatings to enhance the detection of fatigue in test structures.
Latest Patents
Gary Dale holds a patent for a "Method and device for visually measuring structural fatigue using a temperature sensitive coating." This invention provides a method and device for visually detecting crack length in a temperature-sensitive paint-coated test structure during excitation. The technology leverages surface temperature changes of the test structure, which correlate with increasing structural fatigue. These temperature changes are captured through corresponding fluorescence intensity changes in the temperature-sensitive paint, recorded with a CCD camera. This method offers improvements over conventional systems by enabling fatigue detection during flight testing, allowing for continuous recording without interrupting electrodynamic excitation, and accurately determining crack onset and length, which enhances cycles-to-fatigue analysis.
Career Highlights
Gary Dale is associated with the United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Air Force. His work has been pivotal in advancing methods for structural integrity assessment, particularly in aerospace applications. His innovative solutions have contributed to safer and more efficient testing protocols.
Collaborations
Gary has collaborated with notable colleagues, including David Banaszak and Jeffrey D. Jordan. Their combined expertise has furthered the development of advanced measurement techniques in structural engineering.
Conclusion
Gary Dale's contributions to the field of structural fatigue measurement exemplify the impact of innovative thinking in engineering. His patented methods enhance the accuracy and efficiency of fatigue detection, paving the way for advancements in safety and performance in various applications.
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