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Greer, SC, United States of America

Gilbert Otto Kraemer

This inventor holds 65 USPTO granted patents and 25 published patent applications and 13 EPO patents, primarily in Gas Turbine Combustion (CPC class F23R). Top assignee: General Electric Company. Active years: 2009-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Gilbert Otto Kraemer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/gilbert-otto-kraemer

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 65 

% Patents Active = 66.2

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 15

Forward Citations = 591(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 563(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Greenville, SC (US) (2012 - 2018)
  • Greer, SC (US) (2009 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal65 out of 52,369 
 
General Electric Company
 patents

Years Active: 2009-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Gas Turbine
Combustion
Fuel Injection
Emissions Reduction
Flame Detection
Catalytic Combustion
Dual Fuel Injectors
Wet Compression
Combustor
Power Generation
Cooling Systems
Syngas
65 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11187415 - Fuel injection assemblies for axial fuel staging in gas turbine combustors (2021-11-30),
2. 10816203 - Thimble assemblies for introducing a cross-flow into a secondary combustion zone (2020-10-27),
3. 10502426 - Dual fuel injectors and methods of use in gas turbine combustor (2019-12-10),
4. 10047672 - Gas turbine wet compression system using electrohydrodynamic (EHD) atomization (2018-08-14),
5. 9951646 - Gas turbine on-line water wash system and method (2018-04-24),
6. 9856768 - Power generation system exhaust cooling (2018-01-02),
7. 9500369 - Fuel nozzle and method for operating a combustor (2016-11-22),
8. 9381462 - System and method for reducing emissions via solvent injection (2016-07-05),
9. 9360214 - Catalytic combustion air heating system (2016-06-07),
10. 9359918 - Apparatus for reducing emissions and method of assembly (2016-06-07),
11. 9335046 - Flame detection in a region upstream from fuel nozzle (2016-05-10),
12. 9310082 - Rich burn, quick mix, lean burn combustor (2016-04-12),
13. 9308496 - System and method for controlling and reducing NOx emissions (2016-04-12),
14. 9291082 - System and method of a catalytic reactor having multiple sacrificial coatings (2016-03-22),
15. 9255711 - System for reducing combustion dynamics by varying fuel flow axial distances (2016-02-09),

Title: **Innovations of Gilbert Otto Kraemer in Gas Turbine Technology**

Introduction

Gilbert Otto Kraemer is a prominent inventor based in Greer, South Carolina, known for his significant contributions to gas turbine technology. With an impressive portfolio of 65 patents, he has made strides in the field that enhance the efficiency and performance of combustion systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Kraemer has developed cutting-edge fuel injection assemblies for axial fuel staging in gas turbine combustors. These assemblies feature a unique design that integrates a thimble assembly and an injector unit into the combustor's liner. The design facilitates the introduction of fuel and air into the secondary combustion zone while optimizing combustion product flow.

Additionally, he has patented thimble assemblies designed for directing cross-flow within a combustor. This technology includes a thimble boss and a specifically shaped thimble, which enhances the fluid dynamics within the combustor, resulting in improved combustion efficiency.

Career Highlights

Kraemer's career is marked by his association with General Electric Company, a leading player in the field of energy and technology. His work has focused on advancing gas turbine capabilities, contributing to advancements that have significant implications for both industrial applications and energy production.

Collaborations

Throughout his tenure, Kraemer has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Benjamin Paul Lacy and Ertan Yilmaz. Their joint efforts have propelled innovative solutions in the domain of gas turbine combustor technologies, showcasing the power of teamwork in engineering advancements.

Conclusion

Gilbert Otto Kraemer exemplifies the spirit of innovation in the engineering sector. His extensive patent portfolio reflects a commitment to enhancing gas turbine performance through inventive solutions. As he continues to develop new technologies, his impact on the industry is sure to endure.

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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