Edenvale, South Africa

Bernard Lionel Gien

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: P. G. Drilling Equipment & Accessories, Other. Active years: 1976-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Bernard Lionel Gien. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/bernard-lionel-gien

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 86.7


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 79(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Swartruggens, Transvaal, ZA (1976 - 1978)
  • New Doornfontein, Johannesburg, ZA (1983)
  • Edenvale, 1610, ZA (1986)
  • New Doornfontein, ZA (1986)
  • Transvaal, ZA (1988)
  • Edenvale, 1610 Transvall, ZA (1991)
  • Sandton, ZA (1992)
  • Edenvale 1610, ZA (1995 - 1999)
  • Gauteng Province, ZA (2003)
  • Edenville 161 Gauteng Province, ZA (2003)
  • Morningside, Sandton, Gauteng Province, ZA (2007)
  • Sebenza Edenvale 1610, ZA (2008)
  • Sebenza, Edenvale 1610, Gauteng Province, ZA (2010)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1976-2010

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Bernard Lionel Gien

Introduction

Bernard Lionel Gien is a notable inventor based in Edenvale, South Africa. He has made significant contributions to the field of drilling technology, holding a total of 15 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of drilling equipment.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a percussive drill bit provided with an improved chuck assembly. This drill bit features a head at its forward end with a shank that extends from the head. The shank is screw threaded along its length, and a reciprocating chuck is provided as a sleeve with an internal screw thread that corresponds to the shank. This design allows for the shank to be releasably secured in the chuck, with the rear end of the shank providing a striking face. Additionally, Gien has developed a pneumatic hammer that comprises an elongate hollow casing with upper and lower ends. This hammer includes a piston that slides within the casing and is operable to reciprocate between upper and lower pressure chambers. The piston impacts a contact surface of a bit assembly, enhancing the hammer's performance.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Gien has worked with various companies, including P.G. Drilling Equipment & Accessories. His expertise in drilling technology has positioned him as a key figure in the industry, contributing to advancements that improve drilling efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaborations

Gien has collaborated with notable individuals in his field, including Abraham Gien and Abraham Gein. These collaborations have likely fostered innovation and the sharing of ideas, further enhancing the development of drilling technologies.

Conclusion

Bernard Lionel Gien's contributions to drilling technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor. His innovative designs continue to impact the industry positively.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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