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Wheaton, IL, United States of America

George M Janda

This inventor holds 29 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Telephone Equipment. Top assignees: Gte Automatic Electric Labs Inc., Gte Automatic Electric Laboratories Incorporated, Gte Automatic Electric Incorporated. Active years: 1978-1987.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: George M Janda. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/george-m-janda

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 29

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.1

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 294(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Westchester, IL (US) (1978 - 1982)
  • Wheaton, IL (US) (1981 - 1987)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal18 out of 108 
 
Gte Automatic Electric Labs Inc.
 patents
silverMedal7 out of 258 
 
Gte Automatic Electric Laboratories Incorporated
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 122 
 
Gte Automatic Electric Incorporated
 patents
4. 2 out of 200 
 
Gte Communication Systems Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1978-1987

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Areas of Expertise:
Cabinet Enclosure
Venting Cap
Telephone Stand
Base Housing
Wall Telephone
Desk Telephone
Instrument Base
Loudspeaking Housing
Identification Cap
Actuator Assembly
Combined Telephone Set
29 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. D287675 - Cabinet enclosure for central office telephone equipment (1987-01-13),
2. 4609126 - Venting cap for apparatus housing (1986-09-02),
3. D283618 - Base for a telephone set (1986-04-29),
4. D283617 - Telephone stand (1986-04-29),
5. D272065 - Wall telephone base housing (1984-01-03),
6. D271973 - Wall telephone base housing (1983-12-27),
7. D271872 - Wall telephone base housing (1983-12-20),
8. D267716 - Desk telephone housing (1983-01-25),
9. D267715 - Housing for a telephone instrument base (1983-01-25),
10. D267177 - Telephone instrument base (1982-12-07),
11. D267176 - Telephone instrument base housing (1982-12-07),
12. D267175 - Wall telephone base housing (1982-12-07),
13. D265560 - Telephone stand (1982-07-27),
14. D265559 - Telephone instrument base (1982-07-27),
15. D265088 - Combined telephone set and base therefor (1982-06-22),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of George M. Janda

Introduction

George M. Janda, a prolific inventor based in Wheaton, IL, holds an impressive portfolio of 29 patents. His innovative contributions have played a vital role in enhancing technology, particularly in telecommunication equipment.

Latest Patents

Among Janda's most recent inventions are two significant patents: a "Cabinet enclosure for central office telephone equipment" and a "venting cap for apparatus housing." The latter is particularly noteworthy as it features a pair of spaced apart roof panels that create a ventilation chamber. This design ingeniously allows for airflow, preventing the ingress of environmental elements such as rain while accommodating the cooling needs of outdoor apparatus housings. Additionally, raised mesas on the inner roof panel facilitate proper ventilation, complemented by drain apertures around the cap's perimeter, further enhancing its functionality.

Career Highlights

Janda's career includes notable tenures at GTE Automatic Electric Labs Inc. and GTE Automatic Electric Laboratories Incorporated. His work in these companies allowed him to refine his skills in developing tools and technologies that have significant applications in the telecommunication field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Janda collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including John E. Kaczkos and Richard E. Cobb. These partnerships not only fueled innovation but also fostered a collaborative environment that emphasized creativity and technological advancement.

Conclusion

George M. Janda's legacy as an inventor extends beyond his impressive number of patents. His dedication to developing practical solutions for telecommunication equipment has left a lasting impact on the industry. As he continues to innovate, his work remains an inspiration for future inventors seeking to make meaningful contributions to technology.

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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