Marc Caldwell

Mr. Caldwell has developed dozens of innovative products across a wide spectrum of industries, ranging from high-tech medical products to advanced military applications.

Founder/Owner of a product design and development company formally granted 25 US utility patents since inception in 1990. Mr. Caldwell offers almost four decades of practical, commercially oriented machine design and product innovation. Known for his creative thinking and unique design style, he has consulted for the world's top companies including 3M, IBM, Honeywell and Combined Tactical Systems. His results driven approach and project management background have yielded a wide array of patented consumer, medical, sports and military training products. Over his career, Mr. Caldwell has honed multiple engineering disciplines including advanced CAD simulation, finite element analysis, creative design, robotics, process automation, electronic design and advanced manufacturing techniques. He has a proven record of bringing innovative products to market on time and under budget. In addition to his current position as CTO of Design Sciences, Mr. Caldwell was the Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of Liberty Dynamic, a start-up specializing in the design and manufacture of military hardware and distraction devices. Previously he was the VP of Product Development for Combat Training Solutions. Mr. Caldwell was granted two US Air Force contracts to adapt fuel-air distraction technology to drone (UAV) and terrestrial robot applications. In September this year, Mr. Caldwell was granted a US utility patent for a less-lethal distraction device with an electronic fuse and high efficiency output. (US 12,410,995 ). Due to its lightweight and electronic trigger, the technology is a perfect fit for many UAV and robotic applications. Listed among his extensive patent portfolio, Mr. Caldwell has also designed a robotic baseball pitching machine that accurately throws random pitches and a wireless underwater robotic camera for the US Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. Mr. Caldwell is also founded SuperVee Tremolo Systems www.super-vee.com; one of the leaders in aftermarket electric guitar hardware. Mr. Caldwell invented a guitar bridge which improves sound quality and simultaneously fixes the tuning stability issues inherent in Fender electric guitars. With over 15,000 units produced and sold, Super Vee products have been adopted by industry-giant Fender Musical Instruments (FMIC) and have become the gold standard for top musicians all over the world. Mr. Caldwell has gained expertise in a wide variety of technologies and stays current with contemporary manufacturing methods including rapid prototyping. He is known for his outside the box approach to new product development and is responsible for projects involving complex mechanical systems, electronics and software. Experienced with developing and executing technology strategies that align with business objectives. Utilizes deep knowledge of software engineering, IT infrastructure, and cybersecurity to drive innovation and efficiency. Track record of building and leading high-performance teams to achieve strategic goals and deliver impactful results.

Founded and operated a successful engineering company with a 40 year track record of product innovation and commercialization.

Started and sold a high tech laser welding company.

Developed a robotic baseball pitching machine and sold the manufacturing rights to a local investor.

Started and ultimately sold a company that designed and manufactured a safer distraction device used in law enforcement and the US military.

Currently operating a ecommerce company that designs, manufactures and markets electric guitar components sold world-wide.

• June 2020 to Sept 2020: Trade Dress Litigation; WCM Industries v. Iancu (US Patent Examiner), Case No. 1:20-cv-00558 (E.D. Va.) LRRC Ref. 278375-00147
• Expert Witness Report; technical review and analysis of client product line; detailed review of prior art and pertinent patents held by client; investigation in competing products.

• US Patent # Date Issued Title/Description
• 12,410,995 9/9/2025 Diversionary Device with Directed High Efficiency Output
• 11,243,057 2/8/2022 Chemical Agent Delivery Receptacle with Reusable Control Cartridge
• 11,307,007 4/19/2022 Chemical Agent Delivery Receptacle with Reusable Control Cartridge
• 11,320,248 5/3/2022 Chemical Agent Delivery Receptacle with Reusable Control Cartridge
• 11,604,053 3/14/2023 Chemical Agent Delivery Receptacle with Reusable Control Cartridge
• US2020/0333119 10/22/2020 Chemical Agent Delivery Receptacle with Reusable Control Cartridge
• US2021/0180928 6/17/2021 Chemical Agent Delivery Receptacle with Reusable Control Cartridge
• US2021/0341274 11/4/2021 Chemical Agent Delivery Receptacle with Reusable Control Cartridge
• US2021/0116223 4/22/2021 Reusable Robotic Flashbang Vehicle
• 10,610,756 4/7/2020 Golf Swing Apparatus
• 10,026,383 7/17/2018 Lock for Tremolo Bridge
• 7,705,225 4/27/2010 Locking Nut for Guitar
• 7,845,280 12/7/2010 Diversionary Device with Vertically Deployed Payload
• US2010/0282109 11/11/2010 Replaceable Cartridge for Diversionary Device
• US2010/0282109 11/11/2010 Shock-Stabilized Firing Mechanism for Diversionary Device
• US2010/0275803 11/4/2010 Diversionary Device with Vertically Deployed Payload
• US2008/0011147 1/17/2008 Guitar Bridge Apparatus
• 7,297,851 11/20/2007 Guitar Bridge Apparatus
• US2006/0288839 12/28/2006 Guitar Bridge Apparatus
• US2002/0023633 2/28/2002 Ball Pitching Apparatus
• US2002/0023634 2/28/2002 Ball Pitching Apparatus
• 6,427,675 8/6/2002 Ball Pitching Machine With Internal Motor Design
• 6,401,704 6/11/2002 Ball Pitching Apparatus
• 5,682,145 10/28/1997 Toxic Gas Detector With Time Measurement Sensor
• 5,117,414 5/26/1992 Drive Motor and Spindle Assembly for Optical Disk Drive
• 5,189,660 2/23/1993 Optical Data Storage Systems With Unitary Frame

• Structural Performance of TMJ prosthesis using FEA methods, TMJ Surgical Conference, Denver, CO; April 17, 1994
• Mechanical Design Issues: Optical Disk Development Honeywell Defense Avionics Division; February 12, 1992.
• Laser Welding Guidelines for fiber optic windows; May 15, 2012
• Vapor Deposition as a method to manufacture miniature pH sensitive electrodes; May 1978