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Westford, MA, United States of America

Charles N Fallier, Jr

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Gte Laboratories Incorporated, Gte Products Corporation. Active years: 1978-1988.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Charles N Fallier, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/charles-n-fallier-jr

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 116(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 937 
 
Gte Laboratories Incorporated
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 1,770 
 
Gte Products Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1978-1988

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 4721888 - Arc discharge lamp with ultraviolet enhanced starting circuit (1988-01-26),
2. 4713587 - Multipulse starting aid for high-intensity discharge lamps (1987-12-15),
3. 4680509 - Method and apparatus for starting high intensity discharge lamps (1987-07-14),
4. 4629945 - Method and apparatus for starting low wattage high intensity discharge (1986-12-16),
5. 4608521 - Dual spiral line generator method and apparatus for starting low wattage (1986-08-26),
6. 4484085 - Spiral line voltage pulse generator characterized by secondary winding (1984-11-20),
7. 4427925 - Electromagnetic discharge apparatus (1984-01-24),
8. 4427920 - Electromagnetic discharge apparatus (1984-01-24),
9. 4353012 - Pulse injection starting for high intensity discharge metal halide lamps (1982-10-05),
10. 4328446 - Method and apparatus for starting high intensity discharge lamps (1982-05-04),
11. 4325004 - Method and apparatus for starting high intensity discharge lamps (1982-04-13),
12. 4127784 - Light activated solid state microwave generators (1978-11-28),
13. 4104556 - High energy radio frequency pulse generators (1978-08-01),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Charles N Fallier, Jr.

Introduction

Charles N Fallier, Jr. is a notable inventor based in Westford, MA (US), recognized for his significant contributions to the field of lighting technology. With a total of 13 patents to his name, Fallier has made remarkable advancements in the design and functionality of high-intensity discharge lamps.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Fallier developed an "Arc discharge lamp with ultraviolet enhanced starting circuit." This invention provides an apparatus and method for increasing the reliability of an arc discharge occurring in metal halide gas discharge lamps by supplying UV radiation in the gas discharge path. Another notable patent is the "Multipulse starting aid for high-intensity discharge lamps." This invention includes a multipulse starting aid that features a spiral line, a bi-directional solid-state switch, or a spark gap, which enhances the startability of high-intensity discharge lamps.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Fallier has worked with prominent companies such as GTE Laboratories Incorporated and GTE Products Corporation. His work in these organizations has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that have had a lasting impact on the lighting industry.

Collaborations

Fallier has collaborated with several talented individuals, including Joseph M Proud and Wojciech W Byszewski. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of his inventions and the overall progress in the field.

Conclusion

Charles N Fallier, Jr. stands out as a significant figure in the realm of lighting technology, with his innovative patents and contributions shaping the future of high-intensity discharge lamps. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future inventors.

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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