Oakland, CA, United States of America

Brent C Houchens

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: National Technology & Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC, Other. Active years: 2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Brent C Houchens. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/brent-c-houchens

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 1 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 6(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal1 out of 1,082 
 
National Technology & Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2021

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Brent C Houchens: Innovator in Fluid Energy Extraction

Introduction

Brent C Houchens is an accomplished inventor based in Oakland, CA. He has made significant contributions to the field of energy extraction from fluid flow. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique apparatus designed to optimize fluid harvesting.

Latest Patents

Houchens holds a patent for "Methods, systems, and devices to optimize a fluid harvester." This invention includes an assembly with a plenum and an aperture that allows fluid flow. The apparatus features a channel with an inlet and outlet in fluid communication with the plenum. It is designed to create a pressure differential that facilitates fluid movement, enabling energy extraction through a dedicated device. Additionally, a control system is incorporated to adjust the pressure differential based on environmental characteristics.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Brent has worked with National Technology & Engineering Solutions of Sandia, LLC. His experience in this organization has contributed to his expertise in energy systems and fluid dynamics.

Collaborations

Brent has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Myra L Blaylock and David Vaughn Marian. Their teamwork has likely enhanced the development and refinement of innovative technologies in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Brent C Houchens is a notable inventor whose work in fluid energy extraction showcases his innovative spirit and technical expertise. His contributions continue to influence advancements in energy optimization technologies.

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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