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Dallas, TX, United States of America

Craig William Godfrey

This inventor holds 31 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Offshore Drilling Technology. Top assignees: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc., Otis Engineering Corporation, Halliburton Company. Active years: 1987-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Craig William Godfrey. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/craig-william-godfrey

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 31 

% Patents Active = 96.8



Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 725(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Carrollton, TX (US) (1987)
  • Richardson, TX (US) (1990 - 2002)
  • Dallas, TX (US) (2005 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal22 out of 12,216 
 
Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 461 
 
Otis Engineering Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 1,479 
 
Halliburton Company
 patents
4. 1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 1987-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Drill Tool Insert Removal
Sealing Element Wear Detection
Automated Event Detection
Universal Riser System
Remote Operation
Isolation Valve
Reservoir Management
Well Control Systems
Coiled Tubing Modification
Pressure Assisted Valve
Wet Connector
Wellhead Equipment
31 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10260307 - Drill tool insert removal (2019-04-16),
2. 9822628 - Sealing element wear detection for wellbore devices (2017-11-21),
3. 9528334 - Well drilling methods with automated response to event detection (2016-12-27),
4. 9376870 - Offshore universal riser system (2016-06-28),
5. 9260934 - Remote operation of a rotating control device bearing clamp (2016-02-16),
6. 9157285 - Offshore drilling method (2015-10-13),
7. 9127512 - Offshore drilling method (2015-09-08),
8. 9127511 - Offshore universal riser system (2015-09-08),
9. 9121250 - Remotely operated isolation valve (2015-09-01),
10. 9085940 - Offshore universal riser system (2015-07-21),
11. 9051790 - Offshore drilling method (2015-06-09),
12. 8887814 - Offshore universal riser system (2014-11-18),
13. 8881831 - Offshore universal riser system (2014-11-11),
14. 8776894 - Offshore universal riser system (2014-07-15),
15. RE42245 - System and method for real time reservoir management (2011-03-21),

Title: Craig William Godfrey - Pioneering Innovator in Drill Tool Technology

Introduction:

Craig William Godfrey, a distinguished inventor based in Dallas, TX, has made significant contributions to the field of drill tool technology. With an impressive portfolio of 31 patents, his groundbreaking work has revolutionized the industry.

Latest Patents:

Godfrey's recent patents showcase his expertise in drill tool insert removal and sealing element wear detection for wellbore devices. The innovative methods he has developed demonstrate a keen understanding of fluid dynamics and mechanical engineering principles, resulting in more efficient and effective drilling processes.

Career Highlights:

Having worked for renowned companies such as Halliburton Energy Services, Inc. and Otis Engineering Corporation, Godfrey has honed his skills and expertise in the oil and gas industry. His hands-on experience and technical knowledge have been instrumental in developing cutting-edge technologies for wellbore operations.

Collaborations:

Throughout his career, Godfrey has collaborated with industry leaders like Charles R Orbell and Christian Leuchtenberg. These partnerships have led to the creation of groundbreaking solutions that have improved the efficiency and safety of drilling operations in complex wellbore environments.

Conclusion:

Craig William Godfrey's innovative spirit and dedication to excellence have established him as a trailblazer in the field of drill tool technology. His remarkable achievements continue to inspire and drive advancements in the oil and gas industry, shaping the future of wellbore operations.

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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