Kenneth W Harclerode

Title: Kenneth W. Harclerode: Inventor in Laser Profiling and GPS Asset Tracking

Introduction

Kenneth W. Harclerode is an inventor associated with Pasadena, Maryland, and Johns Hopkins University. His work includes inventions for measuring laser-beam characteristics and translating GPS signals to support airborne asset tracking. He is credited with 2 patents.

Latest Patents

Harclerode’s patent, “High Power Laser Profiler,” describes a non-contact radiometry system for characterizing a laser’s beam profile and power-density cross-section. The method uses protrusions on a plate to receive radiation from a light source. The protrusions are imaged, their temperatures are measured, and those measurements are used to profile the beam.

His patent, “Apparatus for Translation of GPS Signals to Facilitate Asset Tracking,” concerns real-time tracking of airborne assets. The method receives and combines GPS signals, filters and amplifies them, and uses analog frequency translation to create a composite signal for downlink to a ground station. An adjustable pilot carrier frequency and amplitude can be associated with the signal before transmission.

Career Highlights

Harclerode’s listed inventions address two distinct technical challenges: obtaining laser measurements without contact and adapting GPS signals for airborne asset-location reporting. His association with Johns Hopkins University connects his inventive work with a major research institution.

Collaborations

Harclerode’s listed coworkers include Leo R. Gauthier, Jr., and Michael R. LoPresti.

Conclusion

Kenneth W. Harclerode’s two patents reflect inventive work spanning laser characterization and GPS-based asset tracking, with applications in measurement and communications systems.