Fairfax County, VA, United States of America

Alan W Ellinthorpe

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: USA as Represented by Secretary of the Navy. Active years: 1998.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Alan W Ellinthorpe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/alan-w-ellinthorpe

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 29(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1998

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Alan W Ellinthorpe: Innovator in Underwater Acoustic Technology

Introduction

Alan W Ellinthorpe is a notable inventor based in Fairfax County, Virginia. He has made significant contributions to the field of underwater acoustic technology, particularly through his innovative patent.

Latest Patents

Ellinthorpe holds a patent for an "Electrostrictive acoustic projector and polymers used therein." This invention involves polymer materials characterized by a low Young's modulus, a low dielectric constant, and a high apparent piezoelectric response when subjected to a high direct bias voltage and a superimposed alternating voltage. These materials serve as the active element in an underwater acoustic signal projector of a sonar system.

Career Highlights

He is currently associated with the United States Navy, where he contributes his expertise in developing advanced acoustic technologies. His work has implications for various applications in sonar systems, enhancing the capabilities of underwater communication and detection.

Collaborations

Ellinthorpe has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Kenneth Joseph Wynne and Robert B Fox, who have also contributed to advancements in related fields.

Conclusion

Alan W Ellinthorpe's innovative work in underwater acoustic technology exemplifies the impact of dedicated inventors in advancing scientific and technological frontiers. His contributions continue to influence the development of sonar systems and related applications.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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