Athens, GA, United States of America

James W Dinnan

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Meta-C Corporation. Active years: 1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: James W Dinnan. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/james-w-dinnan

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

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 6(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1994

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of James W Dinnan in Electronic Musical Instruments

Introduction

James W Dinnan is an accomplished inventor based in Athens, GA (US). He is known for his innovative contributions to the field of electronic musical instruments. His work focuses on enhancing the musical experience through technology, particularly in the realm of sound reproduction.

Latest Patents

James W Dinnan holds a patent for an electronic keyboard musical instrument or tone generator. This invention, known as the Modified Eastern Music Tru-Scale Octave Transformation, allows for the reproduction of chords or pure tones in a fixed interval scale without overtone collision. The instrument features a memory system that stores and reproduces a 24-octave frequency interval system. It is designed to reproduce single or multiple notes while eliminating dissonance, enabling complete modulation in all key signatures and pure tone relationships without altering the keyboard. Additionally, the invention can be integrated with MIDI interface compatible instruments or devices, enhancing its versatility.

Career Highlights

Dinnan's career is marked by his dedication to advancing musical technology. He has made significant strides in creating instruments that provide a unique auditory experience. His work not only focuses on electronic instruments but also extends to fretted stringed musical instruments, where he has developed a novel fretboard that generates overtone collision-free tones.

Collaborations

James W Dinnan has collaborated with notable individuals in his field, including James A Dinnan and Joseph A Dinnan. These collaborations have contributed to the development and refinement of his innovative musical instruments.

Conclusion

James W Dinnan's contributions to electronic musical instruments exemplify the intersection of technology and music. His innovative designs and patents continue to influence the way music is created and experienced.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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