Douglas Melton Carper

This inventor holds 26 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 8 EPO patents, primarily in Ceramic Matrix Composites. Top assignee: General Electric Company. Active years: 1996-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Douglas Melton Carper. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/douglas-melton-carper

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 8 (Patent Applications = 8)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 309(Granted Patents)

Location History:

West Chester, OH (US) (1996)
Blue Ash, OH (US) (2002 - 2006)
Cincinnati, OH (US) (2006 - 2007)
Trenton, OH (US) (2006 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

26 out of 52,387

General Electric Company

patents

Years Active: 1996-2023

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Areas of Expertise:

Ceramic Composites

Turbine Engine Applications

Interlocking Mechanical Joints

Fiber Reinforcement

Manufacturing Processes

Thermal Stress Reduction

Functionally Graded Materials

Compliance Layers

Complex Features

Biased Fabric

TBC Coatings

Preforms

26 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11702948 - CMC shroud segment with interlocking mechanical joints and fabrication (2023-07-18),

2. 11466580 - CMC nozzle with interlocking mechanical joint and fabrication (2022-10-11),

3. 10738628 - Joint for band features on turbine nozzle and fabrication (2020-08-11),

4. 9005382 - Method of manufacturing CMC articles having small complex features (2015-04-14),

5. 8663778 - Preforms, composite components formed therewith, and processes therefor (2014-03-04),

6. 8475695 - Ceramic composite with integrated compliance/wear layer (2013-07-02),

7. 8114799 - Functionally gradient SiC/SiC ceramic matrix composites with tailored properties for turbine engine applications (2012-02-14),

8. 7968031 - Ceramic composite with integrated compliance/wear layer (2011-06-28),

9. 7837914 - Process of producing a composite component and intermediate product thereof (2010-11-23),

10. 7754126 - Interlaminar tensile reinforcement of SiC/SiC CMC's using fugitive fibers (2010-07-13),

11. 7600979 - CMC articles having small complex features (2009-10-13),

12. 7597838 - Functionally gradient SiC/SiC ceramic matrix composites with tailored properties for turbine engine applications (2009-10-06),

13. 7579094 - Use of biased fabric to improve properties of SiC/SiC ceramic composites for turbine engine components (2009-08-25),

14. 7549840 - Through thickness reinforcement of SiC/SiC CMC's through in-situ matrix plugs manufactured using fugitive fibers (2009-06-23),

15. 7507466 - Manufacture of CMC articles having small complex features (2009-03-24),

Title: Innovations and Contributions of Douglas Melton Carper

Introduction

Douglas Melton Carper, based in Trenton, Ohio, is a prominent inventor with an impressive portfolio of 26 patents. His work primarily focuses on advanced materials and engineering solutions, particularly in the field of ceramic matrix composites.

Latest Patents

Among his latest groundbreaking inventions are two notable patents:

1. **CMC Shroud Segment with Interlocking Mechanical Joints and Fabrication** – This patent describes a shroud segment that includes a forward radial wall, an aft radial wall, and at least one interlocking subcomponent. Each component is formed of a ceramic matrix composite that contains reinforcing fibers embedded in a matrix. The innovation lies in the interlocking mechanical joint that provides structural integrity between the components.

2. **CMC Nozzle with Interlocking Mechanical Joint and Fabrication** – This patent involves a nozzle design featuring a vane and a band, each equipped with interlocking features. Similarly crafted from ceramic matrix composite, the interlocking mechanical joint allows for a strong connection between the vane and the band, which enhances performance in various applications.

Career Highlights

Douglas Carper is affiliated with General Electric Company, a leader in technological innovation. His contributions to the field of engineering through his patents reflect his expertise and commitment to advancing material science. Carper’s creations have the potential to revolutionize various applications in aerospace and other industries.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Carper has worked alongside notable coworkers including Suresh Subramanian and James Dale Steibel. Their collaborations likely enrich the innovative capabilities within their projects, leading to significant advancements in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Douglas Melton Carper continues to make significant strides in the world of inventions and innovations. His groundbreaking patents not only enhance the capabilities of ceramic matrix composites but also set the stage for future developments in engineering and materials science. As he progresses in his career at General Electric Company, the impact of his work will likely resonate across various sectors.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.