Salem, VA, United States of America

Brendan Michael Wilkinson

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Gardner-Denver Company. Active years: 1978.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Brendan Michael Wilkinson. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/brendan-michael-wilkinson

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 8(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1978

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Brendan Michael Wilkinson

Introduction

Brendan Michael Wilkinson is an accomplished inventor based in Salem, VA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of drilling technology, particularly in the area of dust and cuttings control.

Latest Patents

Wilkinson holds a patent for a "Drill cuttings separation and control apparatus." This innovative device is designed as an inverted rectangular box with flexible skirts on three sides and a swinging door on the fourth side for easy removal of drill cuttings. The apparatus features a conical drill cuttings deflector positioned above the drill hole, which includes multiple apertures and a transverse baffle plate. A source of air suction is connected to the hood, enhancing its efficiency in controlling dust and cuttings. Flexible collars on the hood deck and the apex of the conical deflector create effective dust seals around the drill stem.

Career Highlights

Wilkinson is currently employed at Gardner-Denver Company, where he continues to innovate and develop solutions for the drilling industry. His work has been instrumental in improving operational efficiency and safety in drilling operations.

Collaborations

One of his notable collaborators is Erasmo Belfiore, with whom he has worked closely on various projects.

Conclusion

Brendan Michael Wilkinson's contributions to drilling technology through his innovative patent demonstrate his commitment to enhancing industry standards. His work continues to influence the field positively.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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