Chester, NY, United States of America

Geoffrey I Gray

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: International Paper Company. Active years: 1981.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Geoffrey I Gray. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/geoffrey-i-gray

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 = 55(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1981

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Geoffrey I Gray

Introduction

Geoffrey I Gray is an accomplished inventor based in Chester, NY (US). He is known for his innovative contributions to the field of heating elements. With a focus on creating flexible and efficient heating solutions, Gray has made significant strides in the industry.

Latest Patents

Gray holds a patent for a heating element and methods of manufacturing therefor. This innovative heating element features a flexible graphite fiber-loaded impregnated paper that is saturated with a binder. This design ensures and maintains intimate electrical contact between the graphite fibers. In one embodiment, two segments of the graphite fiber-loaded paper are coupled in series through a common bus bar and are electrically connected to an SCR control circuit, utilizing a thermistor as a temperature-responsive device. The encapsulated graphite fiber-loaded paper, along with the thermistor and electrical leads, is sandwiched between cover sheets, resulting in an extremely thin and highly flexible therapeutic heating pad. Another variation of the heating pad includes strips of the graphite fiber-loaded paper bonded to a plastic substrate, with electrical leads attached and enclosed by a cover sheet to create a highly flexible heating pad. Two distinct methods for forming this heating pad are disclosed, including silk screening and die pressing operations.

Career Highlights

Geoffrey I Gray is associated with International Paper Company, where he has contributed to the development of innovative products. His work has focused on enhancing the functionality and flexibility of heating elements, making them more accessible for therapeutic applications.

Collaborations

Gray has collaborated with John O Freeborn, working together to advance their projects and share insights in the field of heating technology.

Conclusion

Geoffrey I Gray's contributions to the field of heating elements demonstrate his commitment to innovation and improvement. His patented designs reflect a deep understanding of materials and their applications, paving the way for more effective therapeutic solutions.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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