Barrington, IL, United States of America

James A Cowan, Jr

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: General Electric Railcar Services Corporation. Active years: 2000.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: James A Cowan, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/james-a-cowan-jr

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

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Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2000

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of James A Cowan, Jr.

Introduction

James A Cowan, Jr. is an accomplished inventor based in Barrington, IL (US). He is known for his innovative contributions to the field of freight transportation. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of transportable freight containers.

Latest Patents

Cowan holds a patent for a Freight Container Ventilation System. This invention features a ventilated transportable freight container that utilizes natural convection for air circulation. The design includes at least one lower side vent with a plenum chamber to distribute air while preventing moisture entry. Additionally, the container incorporates upper top vents to enhance air circulation. The invention is particularly suited for transporting baled materials, such as pulp, and includes features for condensation drainage and insulation.

Career Highlights

Cowan is associated with General Electric Railcar Services Corporation, where he applies his expertise in developing innovative freight solutions. His work has significantly contributed to advancements in rail freight technology.

Collaborations

Cowan has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Michael D Gaikowski and John K Deveikis, to further enhance the development of freight container technologies.

Conclusion

James A Cowan, Jr. exemplifies innovation in the freight transportation industry through his patented designs and collaborative efforts. His contributions continue to impact the efficiency of freight transport systems.

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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