This inventor holds 148 USPTO granted patents and 34 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 40 EPO patents, primarily in Electronic Vaping Devices (CPC class A24F47-008). Top assignees: Altria Client Services LLC, Philip Morris USA Inc., Philip Morris Inc.. Active years: 1994-2026.
Inventors with similar research interests:
Location History:
- Kilmarnock, VA (US) (2019)
- Hopewell, VA (US) (1994 - 2024)
- Richmond, VA (US) (2018 - 2024)
Company Filing History:
112 out of 1,607 
24 out of 742 
12 out of 759 
Years Active: 1994-2026
Areas of Expertise:
Barry Scott Smith is an esteemed inventor and patent holder based in Hopewell, Virginia, USA. With an impressive portfolio of 100 patents, he has demonstrated a remarkable ability to innovate and bring new ideas to life.
One of Barry Scott Smith's latest patents is for an electronic cigarette. This unique invention features a liquid supply system with a heater that vaporizes the liquid material to create an aerosol. A wick delivers the liquid material to the heater, while air inlets supply air to a central passage upstream of the heater. Notably, the electronic cigarette also includes a mouth end insert with multiple diverging outlets, enhancing the user experience.
In addition to his electronic cigarette patent, Barry Scott Smith has also patented a method of packaging that involves covering chute openings using lids. The method utilizes pressurized air to deliver products through the chute and into open-sided boxes. This innovative approach streamlines the packaging process, improving efficiency and reducing manual labor requirements.
Throughout his career, Barry Scott Smith has contributed his expertise to renowned companies such as Philip Morris USA Inc. and Altria Client Services LLC. These companies are leaders in the tobacco industry, further highlighting his expertise in the field.
Working alongside him, Barry Scott Smith has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Christopher S. Tucker and Geoffrey Brandon Jordan. Their collective efforts have likely led to further advancements and innovation in the industry.
Barry Scott Smith's contributions to the field of innovation and his extensive patent portfolio truly exemplify his dedication to advancing technology and making a lasting impact. His inventions have the potential to reshape industries and improve the lives of countless individuals worldwide.