This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.. Active years: 1986.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1986
Title: George W. Niepoth and His Fuel-Fill-Tube Invention.
Introduction
George W. Niepoth is an inventor associated with Milford, Michigan, and General Motors Global Technology Operations, Inc. His patent work addresses fuel-tank filling and vapor management in vehicles.
Latest Patents
Niepoth is credited with 1 patent: “Fuel Fill Tube with Vapor Vent and Overfill Protection.” The invention describes a vehicle fuel-fill tube equipped with a canister vapor vent, a shut-off valve, and an overfill protection valve. During overfilling, the protection valve prevents liquid fuel from reaching the carbon canister and directs it toward the fill tube’s atmospheric open end.
Career Highlights
The available information identifies Niepoth’s work with General Motors Global Technology Operations, Inc. His patent focuses on managing fuel vapors and limiting liquid-fuel flow to the carbon canister during overfill conditions.
Collaborations
Niepoth’s listed coworkers include Donald J. Armstrong and Roy A. Giacomazzi.
Conclusion
George W. Niepoth’s patent reflects an engineering contribution to vehicle fuel systems, combining vapor venting and overfill protection in a fuel-fill tube.
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