This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: US Government as Represented by the Secretary of the Army. Active years: 2002.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2002
Title: George K Khowong: Innovator in Lightning Protection Technology
Introduction
George K Khowong is an accomplished inventor based in Fair Lawn, NJ (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of lightning protection technology. His innovative approach focuses on ensuring the safety of personnel and critical assets within structures.
Latest Patents
Khowong holds a patent for an "Apparatus and method for determining lightning protection of a building." This invention outlines a method for determining safe clearances for personnel and critical assets during lightning strikes. The process involves selecting appropriate test locations on a structure, utilizing a test apparatus that includes a signal generator, a receiver, and a computer. By injecting low-level test currents at each location and measuring the resulting electromagnetic fields, Khowong's method calculates transfer functions for the structure. This ultimately helps in determining the internal energy levels that lightning strikes could generate, allowing for the establishment of safe stand-off distances.
Career Highlights
George K Khowong is currently employed by the US Government as represented by the Secretary of the Army. His work in this capacity has allowed him to apply his expertise in lightning protection to enhance safety measures for various structures.
Collaborations
Khowong has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Jacob K Struck and Philip Magnotti. Their combined efforts contribute to advancements in safety technologies.
Conclusion
George K Khowong's innovative work in lightning protection technology exemplifies the importance of safety in structural design. His contributions are vital for protecting both personnel and critical assets from the dangers posed by lightning strikes.