George B Cox, Jr

Title: George B. Cox, Jr.: Rocket Propulsion Inventor

Introduction

George B. Cox, Jr. is an inventor associated with rocket propulsion technology and liquid-propellant rocket engines. Based in Tequesta, Florida, he is credited with 3 patents.

Latest Patents

Cox’s patent work includes innovations in rocket preburner injectors and liquid-fuel injection elements.

“Rocket preburner injector with tailored gas temperature profile” describes a method and apparatus for extending turbopump turbine operating life. The design reduces the temperature of combustion products striking the turbine blades near their roots while increasing the temperature at other blade regions, maintaining the overall temperature of the combustion products.

“Liquid fuel injection elements for rocket engines” addresses injector design in bipropellant rocket engines. The invention uses tangential fuel-metering orifices and oxidizer injection tubes with tangential entry slots and internal reed valves. These features are intended to meter and mix fuel and oxidizer at controlled rates and ratios, supporting smooth and complete combustion.

Career Highlights

Cox’s listed professional affiliations include United Technologies Corporation and the United States of America, as represented by the Administrator of NASA. His patent work reflects a focus on improving rocket-engine injectors and turbopump turbine performance.

Collaborations

Cox’s listed coworker is Donald E. Paulus. Their association connects his work with broader engineering efforts in rocket propulsion.

Conclusion

George B. Cox, Jr.’s patents address practical challenges in rocket-engine operation, including turbine durability and precise propellant injection.