Houston, TX, United States of America

Francis G Defalco

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: United States of America as Represented by the Administrator of NASA. Active years: 2012-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Francis G Defalco. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/francis-g-defalco

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


% Patents Active = 50.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

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Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2012-2017

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Francis G Defalco

Introduction

Francis G Defalco is a notable inventor based in Houston, TX (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of lubrication technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His work focuses on developing additives that enhance the performance of lubricating fluids.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Friction and wear modifiers using solvent partitioning of hydrophilic surface-interactive chemicals contained in boundary layer-targeted emulsions." This invention describes a wear and/or friction reducing additive for lubricating fluids. The additive combines a moderately hydrophilic single-phase compound with an anti-wear and/or anti-friction aqueous salt solution. The aqueous salt solution creates a coating on boundary layer surfaces, which can be applied to various lubricating fluids, including emulsion-free hydrophobic oils, hydraulic fluids, antifreeze, and water-based lubricants. The preferred moderately hydrophilic single-phase compound is sulfonated castor oil, while the aqueous salt solution may also contain boric acid and zinc oxide. This innovative approach significantly enhances the anti-wear and/or anti-friction properties of the base lubricant by reducing wear and/or friction at boundary layers.

Career Highlights

Francis G Defalco works for the United States of America as represented by the Administrator of NASA. His career has been marked by a commitment to advancing lubrication technologies that improve the efficiency and longevity of mechanical systems.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Defalco has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Harry F Schramm, Jr and Robert Chaffee Richmond. These collaborations have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the field of lubrication.

Conclusion

Francis G Defalco's contributions to lubrication technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a significant inventor in this field. His work continues to influence the development of more efficient lubricating fluids.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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