Saint Peters, MO, United States of America

Daniel Joseph Braley

This inventor holds 23 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 11 EPO patents, primarily in Additive Manufacturing. Top assignees: The Boeing Company, Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, General Nano LLC. Active years: 2018-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Daniel Joseph Braley. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/daniel-joseph-braley

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 23 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 8)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 40(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Brea, CA (US) (2018)
O'Fallon, MO (US) (2023)
St. Peters, MO (US) (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2018-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Additive Manufacturing

Investment Casting

Electrical Conductor

Carbon Nanotubes

Composite Panels

Surface Finish

Conductive Sheet

Fused Deposition Modeling

Ultra High Conductivity

Ceramic Matrix Composites

Frequency-Selective Surface

Transmission Cables

23 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12728458 - System and method for additively manufacturing an object (2026-09-08),

2. 12377460 - System and method for investment casting an object (2025-08-05),

3. 12286708 - Method and system for fabricating an electrical conductor on a substrate (2025-04-29),

4. 12048969 - Article comprising additively manufactured metal portions (2024-07-30),

5. 11993020 - System and method for additively manufacturing an object (2024-05-28),

6. 11826824 - Method for additively manufacturing an object and additively manufactured object (2023-11-28),

7. 11766832 - System and method for additively manufacturing an object (2023-09-26),

8. 11590705 - System and method for additively manufacturing an object (2023-02-28),

9. 11203810 - Method and system for fabricating an electrical conductor on a substrate (2021-12-21),

10. 11179797 - Article comprising additively manufactured metal portions (2021-11-23),

11. 10940531 - Methods and systems for improving a surface finish of an investment casting (2021-03-09),

12. 10758936 - Carbon nanomaterial composite sheet and method for making the same (2020-09-01),

13. 10639826 - Conductive pre-impregnated composite sheet and method for making the same (2020-05-05),

14. 10631404 - Method for producing an ultra-high conductivity electrical conductor (2020-04-21),

15. 10435134 - Core structures for composite panels of an aircraft, composite panels and aircraft including the core structures, and methods of manufacturing the composite panels (2019-10-08),

Title: The Innovations of Daniel Joseph Braley

Introduction

Daniel Joseph Braley, based in St. Peters, Missouri, has made significant contributions to the field of additive manufacturing, securing a total of 20 patents. His innovations reflect a keen understanding of materials and manufacturing processes, often focusing on the integration of metals and advanced heating technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his recent patents, one notable invention is an article comprising additively manufactured metal portions. This invention includes a first metal portion and a second, both coupled at a welded joint, which contains a resistive heating material different from the metal portions. This unique design enhances the functionality of the welded joint, showcasing Braley's innovative approach to manufacturing.

Another significant patent is for a system and method for additively manufacturing an object. In this invention, a powder-deposition apparatus incorporates a recoater, a mixer, and a powder feeder. The recoater discharges powder to form a layer while the mixer prepares a specific powder composition, illustrating Braley’s ability to optimize additive manufacturing processes.

Career Highlights

Braley's career spans over influential positions at major aerospace companies such as The Boeing Company and Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation. His work in these organizations has evidently shaped the landscape of aerospace manufacturing and design through innovative technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Braley has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including John Huntley Belk and Elaine MacDonald. These partnerships have facilitated the development of groundbreaking technologies and have contributed to the advancement of the additive manufacturing domain.

Conclusion

Daniel Joseph Braley continues to be a prominent figure in the field of innovations, particularly in additive manufacturing. His repertoire of patents illustrates not only his expertise but also his commitment to enhancing manufacturing processes through creative solutions. As he advances his career, the industry can look forward to further innovations from this talented inventor.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.