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Ashburton, Australia

David Michael Bain

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Robotic Systems. Top assignee: The Boeing Company. Active years: 2017-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: David Michael Bain. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/david-michael-bain

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 22(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Glen Iris, AU (2017)
  • Ashburn, AU (2020)
  • Ashburton, AU (2017 - 2024)
  • Port Melbourne, AU (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 23,055 
 
The Boeing Company
 patents

Years Active: 2017-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Automated Validation
Composite Manufacturing
Robotic Systems
Pixelated Electrostatic Adhesion
Machining Techniques
Fiducial Systems
Coordinate Transformation
Non-Destructive Imaging
Self-Locating Robots
Tool Path Customization
Patch Fabrication
Accurate Pick and Place
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12146582 - Automated bi-stable valve system and method of using the same for composite manufacturing (2024-11-19),
2. 12066819 - Printed fiducial system for accurate pick and place (2024-08-20),
3. 11936308 - Pixelated electrostatic adhesion (2024-03-19),
4. 11831252 - Pixelated electrostatic adhesion (2023-11-28),
5. 11247337 - Robots, robotic systems, and related methods (2022-02-15),
6. 10788813 - Systems and methods for machining to nominal geometry using local features (2020-09-29),
7. 10751870 - Guide assembly and tool system for rotatably balancing a tool and a method for operating the same (2020-08-25),
8. 10445873 - Automated validation of condition of assembly (2019-10-15),
9. 10315311 - Robots, robotic systems, and related methods (2019-06-11),
10. 10286553 - Methods and systems for automatically inspecting an object (2019-05-14),
11. 10155367 - Coordinated composite tape laying (2018-12-18),
12. 10139806 - Systems and methods for coordinate transformation using non-destructive imaging (2018-11-27),
13. 10065318 - Methods and systems of repairing a structure (2018-09-04),
14. 10001245 - Apparatus and method for coupling an end effector to a structure (2018-06-19),
15. 9937625 - Self-locating robots (2018-04-10),

Title: David Michael Bain: Innovator in Composite Manufacturing

Introduction

David Michael Bain is a prominent inventor based in Ashburton, Australia. He has made significant contributions to the field of composite manufacturing, holding a total of 17 patents. His innovative work focuses on developing advanced systems that enhance manufacturing processes.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the "Automated bi-stable valve system and method of using the same for composite manufacturing." This invention features a bi-stable valve mechanism that allows for selective control of adhesion zones on the valve mechanism. The system includes a control system that operates the bi-stable valves, enabling efficient handling of materials during the manufacturing process. Another notable patent is the "Printed fiducial system for accurate pick and place," which outlines a method for accurately manufacturing composite parts by utilizing fiducial markers for precise positioning.

Career Highlights

David Michael Bain is currently employed at The Boeing Company, where he applies his expertise in composite manufacturing. His work has been instrumental in advancing the technologies used in the aerospace industry, particularly in the development of composite materials.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Bain has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Martin Alexander Szarski and Phillip John Crothers. These partnerships have fostered innovation and contributed to the successful development of various projects.

Conclusion

David Michael Bain is a key figure in the field of composite manufacturing, with a strong portfolio of patents that reflect his innovative spirit. His contributions continue to shape the future of manufacturing 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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