Eric Gard

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 10 CIPO patents and 15 EPO patents. Top assignees: Vallourec Oil and Gas France, Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation, Sumitomo Metal Industries, Inc.. Active years: 2014-2020.

USPTO Granted Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 71.4

CIPO Patents = 10 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 15 (Patent Applications = 16)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 14(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Sathonay Village, FR (2014 - 2016)
Fontaines sur Saone, FR (2017)
Genay, FR (2015 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

12 out of 168

Vallourec Oil and Gas France

patents

8 out of 1,102

Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation

patents

3 out of 929

Sumitomo Metal Industries, Inc.

patents

4. 2 out of 3,705

Nippon Steel Corporation

Vallourec & Mannesmann Oil & Gas France

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2014-2020

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14 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10590715 - Threaded tubular component and method for coating such a threaded tubular component (2020-03-17),

2. 10428593 - Threaded end of a tubular component for drilling or working hydrocarbon wells, and resulting connection (2019-10-01),

3. 10125821 - Lubricated rolling bearing for blade roots (2018-11-13),

4. 10017665 - Process for preparing a stable aqueous dispersion of polyamide-imide which is free of carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic substances, and application to coatings (2018-07-10),

5. 9863190 - Assembly for producing a galling-resistant threaded tubular connection (2018-01-09),

6. 9644432 - Threaded tubular component and resulting connection (2017-05-09),

7. 9599273 - Process for coating a threaded tubular component, threaded tubular component and resulting connection (2017-03-21),

8. 9562400 - Threaded tubular component and resulting connection (2017-02-07),

9. 9395028 - Method for finishing a tubular threaded member with a dry protection coating (2016-07-19),

10. 9290714 - Galling-resistant threaded tubular component and process for coating said component (2016-03-22),

11. 9206376 - Galling-resistant threaded tubular component, and process for coating said component (2015-12-08),

12. 9080711 - Lubricating composition with an adaptable coefficient of friction, for a threaded element of a component of a tubular threaded joint (2015-07-14),

13. 8735334 - Lubrication composition with an adaptable coefficient of friction, for a threaded element of a threaded tubular connection component (2014-05-27),

14. 8673828 - Lubricating composition with an adaptable coefficient of friction, for a threaded element of a component of a tubular threaded joint (2014-03-18),

Title: Innovations by Eric Gard in Hydrocarbon Well Technology

Introduction

Eric Gard is a notable inventor based in Genay, France, with a remarkable portfolio of 14 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in technology for drilling and working hydrocarbon wells. Gard's innovative approaches have significantly contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of drilling operations.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Gard has developed a method for producing a matrix-containing dry film on a threaded tubular component. This method involves applying a mixture containing a dispersion or an aqueous emulsion of an acrylic copolymer with a solution of an alkaline polysilicate onto a threaded end of the tubular component. The application is performed by spraying at a temperature ranging from 20°C to 40°C, resulting in a coated threaded end that is subsequently dried and densified. Another significant patent involves a threaded end of a tubular component designed for drilling or working hydrocarbon wells. This component features a threaded zone on its surface, with a portion coated in a dry film containing ion exchange pigments, enhancing its performance during operations.

Career Highlights

Eric Gard has had a distinguished career, working with prominent companies in the industry. He has been associated with Vallourec Oil and Gas France and Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation. His contributions in these roles have been instrumental in advancing drilling technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Gard has collaborated with talented professionals, including Eliette Pinel and Mikael Petit. These collaborations have fostered innovation and have led to the development of cutting-edge technologies in the field.

Conclusion

Eric Gard's contributions to the field of hydrocarbon well technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a significant innovator. His work continues to influence the industry and improve drilling practices.