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Farmington, CT, United States of America

Charles H Kaman

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Musical Instrument Design. Top assignees: Kaman Aerospace Corporation, Currier Piano Company, Inc., Other. Active years: 1977-1993.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Charles H Kaman. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/charles-h-kaman

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.2

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 249(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal2 out of 66 
 
Kaman Aerospace Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 5 
 
Currier Piano Company, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 834,708 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1977-1993

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Lidar Transmitter
Underwater Guidance
Guitar Construction
Stringed Musical Instrument
Soundboard Assembly
Musical Instrument Design
Stringed Instrument Neck
Guitar Bowl
Instrument Body Structure
Imaging Lidar System
13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5241314 - Image lidar transmitter downlink for command guidance of underwater (1993-08-31),
2. 5231401 - Imaging lidar system (1993-07-27),
3. D276817 - Guitar (1984-12-18),
4. D276352 - Guitar (1984-11-13),
5. 4429608 - Stringed musical instrument top (1984-02-07),
6. D269975 - Guitar (1983-08-02),
7. D269621 - Guitar bowl (1983-07-05),
8. 4348933 - Soundboard assembly for pianos or the like (1982-09-14),
9. 4200023 - Stringed musical instrument neck and body structure (1980-04-29),
10. D253352 - Guitar soundboard (1979-11-06),
11. D253350 - Guitar (1979-11-06),
12. 4090427 - Stringed musical instrument body (1978-05-23),
13. 4056034 - Guitar construction (1977-11-01),

Title: The Legacy of Charles H. Kaman: Innovator and Inventor

Introduction: Charles H. Kaman, a pioneering inventor, was born on June 15, 1919, in Washington, D.C. He was a visionary in the field of aviation and engineering, known for his groundbreaking contributions to helicopter design and aerospace technology.

Latest Patents: Charles H. Kaman held numerous patents throughout his illustrious career, with his most recent inventions focusing on advanced rotor systems for helicopters and innovative aerospace technologies.

Career Highlights: Kaman founded Kaman Aircraft Company in 1945, where he revolutionized helicopter design with the invention of the servo-flap rotor control system. This innovation significantly improved the stability and maneuverability of helicopters, setting new standards in the industry. Over the years, he continued to push the boundaries of aerospace technology, leading to the development of the K-MAX helicopter, renowned for its heavy-lift capabilities.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Charles H. Kaman collaborated with leading aerospace companies and research institutions to further advance helicopter and aerospace technology. His partnerships and collaborations were instrumental in driving innovation and shaping the future of aviation.

Conclusion: Charles H. Kaman's pioneering spirit and relentless pursuit of innovation have left an indelible mark on the aerospace industry. His groundbreaking inventions and contributions continue to inspire future generations of inventors and engineers to push the boundaries of what is possible in aviation and aerospace technology.

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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