logo

For the Inventor, By the Inventor

Pelissanne, France

Francois-Xavier Filias

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Eurocopter, Airbus Helicopters. Active years: 2009-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Francois-Xavier Filias. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/francois-xavier-filias

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 11 

% Patents Active = 72.7


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 28(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Lambesc, FR (2009)
  • Pelissaanne, FR (2015)
  • Pelissanne, FR (2013 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 372 
 
Eurocopter
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 599 
 
Airbus Helicopters
 patents

Years Active: 2009-2019

Loading Chart...
Loading Chart...
11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10384801 - Device for assisting the piloting of a rotorcraft, associated display, and a corresponding method of assisting piloting (2019-08-20),
2. 9773423 - Method of detecting and displaying a collision hazard for an aircraft, by generating a consolidated warning relating to avoiding an obstacle by a vertically upward maneuver (2017-09-26),
3. 9441972 - Method of assisting in the navigation of a rotorcraft by dynamically displaying a representation of the outside world constructed in flight in instantaneous and/or deferred manner (2016-09-13),
4. 9401093 - Procedure for the detection and display of artificial obstacles for a rotary-wing aircraft (2016-07-26),
5. 9004400 - Method of controlling a buoyancy system for an aircraft, a buoyancy system implementing said method, and an aircraft (2015-04-14),
6. 8577608 - Method of obtaining a local terrain elevation database from detector means on board a vehicle (2013-11-05),
7. 8566018 - Piloting assistance method for aircraft (2013-10-22),
8. 8565981 - Method of controlling a buoyancy system for an aircraft, and a control system implementing said method (2013-10-22),
9. 8392475 - Method and a device for flying safely at low altitude in an aircraft (2013-03-05),
10. 8364330 - Method of assisting piloting at low altitude (2013-01-29),
11. 7499773 - Method and apparatus for assisting the piloting of an aircraft at low altitude (2009-03-03),

Title: Innovations of Francois-Xavier Filias

Introduction

Francois-Xavier Filias is a notable inventor based in Pelissanne, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of aviation technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work primarily focuses on enhancing the safety and efficiency of rotorcraft operations.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a device designed to assist in the piloting of rotorcraft. This innovative device aids pilots during the approach stage preceding landing on a designated area. It incorporates a camera that captures multiple images of the rotorcraft's environment, particularly focusing on the forward direction. A processor analyzes these images to identify potential landing areas. Another significant patent involves a method for detecting and displaying collision hazards for aircraft. This method generates a consolidated warning to help avoid obstacles through vertical maneuvers. The warning is based on data from various collision avoidance systems and is displayed using superposed strips to indicate the presence and position of obstacles.

Career Highlights

Francois-Xavier Filias has worked with prominent companies in the aviation industry, including Eurocopter and Airbus Helicopters. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in rotorcraft technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Filias has collaborated with talented individuals such as Richard Pire and Marianne Gillet. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies in aviation.

Conclusion

Francois-Xavier Filias is a distinguished inventor whose work has significantly impacted rotorcraft technology. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to enhancing aviation safety and efficiency.

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]
Loading…