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Allison Park, PA, United States of America

Frank H Gillery

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Ppg Industries, Inc.. Active years: 1976-1995.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Frank H Gillery. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/frank-h-gillery

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.1

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 707(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hampton Township, Allegheny County, PA (US) (1990)
  • Allison Park, PA (US) (1976 - 1995)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 2,825 
 
Ppg Industries, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1976-1995

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17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5414240 - Electrically heatable transparency (1995-05-09),
2. 5178966 - Composite with sputtered films of bismuth/tin oxide (1993-01-12),
3. 5112693 - Low reflectance, highly saturated colored coating for monolithic glazing (1992-05-12),
4. 5096776 - Low reflectance, highly saturated colored coating for monolithic glazing (1992-03-17),
5. 4990408 - Low reflectance, highly saturated colored coating for monolithic glazing (1991-02-05),
6. 4940884 - Dual bus bar arrangement for an electrically heatable transparency (1990-07-10),
7. 4938857 - Method for making colored metal alloy/oxynitride coatings (1990-07-03),
8. 4920006 - Colored metal alloy/oxynitride coatings (1990-04-24),
9. 4900633 - High performance multilayer coatings (1990-02-13),
10. 4861669 - Sputtered titanium oxynitride films (1989-08-29),
11. 4847158 - Low reflectance bronze coating (1989-07-11),
12. 4806221 - Sputtered films of bismuth/tin oxide (1989-02-21),
13. 4194022 - Transparent, colorless, electrically conductive coating (1980-03-18),
14. 4094763 - Sputter coating of glass with an oxide of a metal having an atomic (1978-06-13),
15. 4017661 - Electrically conductive transparent laminated window (1977-04-12),

Title: **Frank H Gillery: Innovator in Electrically Heatable Technologies**

Introduction

Frank H Gillery, based in Allison Park, PA, is a notable inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 17 patents. His innovative contributions primarily focus on advancements in electrically heatable technologies, transforming how we approach thermal management in various applications.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Gillery developed the "Electrically heatable transparency," which features a unique hidden bus bar configuration for windshields. This invention integrates a border of opaque ceramic material that is bonded to the interior surface of the transparency, enhancing its functionality and aesthetics. The bus bars, crafted from a low frit content silver-containing ceramic material, are strategically designed to optimize the flow of electric current while ensuring a portion of the ceramic border remains uncovered, promoting efficiency.

Additionally, Gillery introduced a "Composite with sputtered films of bismuth/tin oxide," which is a groundbreaking metal oxide sputtered film that exhibits high transmittance and low emissivity. This innovative solution is applied to glass substrates, setting a new standard in material performance for enhanced energy efficiency.

Career Highlights

Gillery works with PPG Industries, Inc., a leader in manufacturing and technological innovation. His work there signifies his commitment to advancing materials science and contributing to the field of transparent conductive coatings.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Frank has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Jean P Pressau and Robert E Kubichan. These partnerships reflect the cooperative spirit within the research and development sphere, fostering innovative breakthroughs that benefit the industry as a whole.

Conclusion

Frank H Gillery continues to inspire with his inventive spirit and dedication to advancing technology. His patents not only signify personal achievement but also contribute to the collective advancements in thermal technologies, paving the way for future innovations.

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]
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