This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Evans Capacitor Company Incorporated, Other. Active years: 2003-2004.
Location History:
- Ontario, CA (2003)
- Kentville, Nova Scotia, CA (2004)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2003-2004
Title: Ross Blakeney: Innovator in Capacitor Technology
Introduction
Ross Blakeney is a notable inventor based in Kentville, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of capacitor technology, holding a total of 2 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the efficiency and performance of capacitors.
Latest Patents
One of Ross Blakeney's latest patents is for a prismatic capacitor. This invention features a flat capacitor design with a one-piece metal foil case. The capacitor includes a metal foil case with a flange, which is made from a blank that is folded onto itself, allowing the peripheral flanges to come into mutual contact and be welded. A lead extends from an anode within the capacitor through a hole in the case. An elastomeric body is inserted in the hole, surrounding the lead to provide electrical insulation. This design ensures a seal is produced when the metal foil blank is folded to close the case. The anode is preferably a wet slug anode, such as sintered tantalum with an oxide coating. Additionally, the inside surface of the metal foil case is coated with a porous metal oxide, such as ruthenium oxide, which enhances the capacitor's energy storage density and breakdown voltage.
Another patent by Blakeney details a method of making a prismatic capacitor. This method involves forming at least one recess on the inside surface of a metal foil blank, leaving a surrounding peripheral flange. An electrode coating is applied to the inside surface, and an ion-permeable separator is placed on it. A substantially planar anode with a protruding lead is positioned in the recess, extending through a hole in the metal foil blank. The metal foil blank is then folded along a line intersecting the hole, sandwiching the anode between parts of the separator. The folding process brings parts of the peripheral flange into contact, sealing them to create a hermetically sealed metal foil case for the capacitor.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Ross Blakeney has worked with various companies, including Evans Capacitor Company Incorporated. His expertise in capacitor technology has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that address the needs of modern electronic applications.
Collaborations
Ross has collaborated with David A. Evans, further enhancing his contributions to the field of capacitor technology.
Conclusion
Ross Blakeney is a distinguished inventor