Houston, TX, United States of America

Eric P Ringle

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: General Signal Corporation. Active years: 1985.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Eric P Ringle. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/eric-p-ringle

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 34(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1985

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Eric P Ringle: Innovator in Control Valve Technology

Introduction

Eric P Ringle is a notable inventor based in Houston, TX (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of control valve technology, particularly in the flow of solids and fluids. His innovative designs have the potential to enhance efficiency and reliability in various industrial applications.

Latest Patents

Eric P Ringle holds a patent for a "Control valve for flow of solids." This invention discloses a control valve that manages the flow of solids or fluids across a full range, providing a complete opening for solids dumping. The design includes an orifice plate and a pair of slides that are positioned adjacent to and downstream of the orifice plate. These slides can move toward and away from one another to achieve closed and open positions. A flow control port in one of the slides is closed when the slides are in the closed position and progressively opens as the slides are moved apart. Additionally, an exit liner is positioned downstream of the slides to center the flow after passing through the control port, protecting the downstream side of the valve body from erosion. The valve's wear-prone parts can be removed for repair or replacement without needing to take the valve out of the line, which adds to its practicality. Eric holds 1 patent.

Career Highlights

Eric P Ringle is associated with General Signal Corporation, where he has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions in control valve technology. His work has contributed to advancements in the efficiency and functionality of industrial equipment.

Collaborations

Eric has collaborated with Frank J Jandrasi, a fellow innovator, to further enhance the capabilities of their inventions and improve the overall design of control valves.

Conclusion

Eric P Ringle's contributions to control valve technology exemplify the spirit of innovation in engineering. His patent for a control valve for the flow of solids showcases his commitment to improving industrial processes.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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