FOUNDER

DCV Applied Technology was founded by David T. Lepley — electrical engineer, entrepreneur, lifelong Second Amendment absolutist. Whether running dynamic courses of fire or stretching out in long-range precision disciplines, David brings a shooter's perspective to the technology created. His work at DCV Applied Technology reflects a conviction that the best technology starts with a deep understanding of how a tool is actually used.

David holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from Youngstown State University. He built his career at Altronic, LLC — a Girard, Ohio-based manufacturer of advanced ignition, control, and instrumentation systems for critical infrastructure— rising to serve as President and Chief Technical Officer.

Throughout his career, David collaborated with leading engineering organizations on the development and commercialization of advanced combustion and ignition technologies for large-bore natural gas engines. His technical contributions span industry conference publications and peer-reviewed venues, and have resulted in a portfolio of granted patents and active applications covering ignition system architecture, spark energy control, ion-sensing, spark plug performance, and pre-combustion chamber design.

At DCV Applied Technology, we bring the same engineering rigor that shaped industrial-scale innovations to the development of novel firearms-related technology. Our work spans fundamental physics, mechanical systems, fire control concepts, materials applications, and human-factors engineering — grounded at every step in the practical realities of how firearms are designed, built, and used by serious shooters.

We pursue partnerships with manufacturers, industry collaborators, and fellow innovators who share our commitment to quality, performance, and advancing the state of the art in a field that rewards both precision engineering and deep product knowledge.

WHAT WE DO

PRIOR PATENT PORTFOLIO