St. Louis, MO, United States of America

John Anthony Schaefer

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: The Boeing Company. Active years: 2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: John Anthony Schaefer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/john-anthony-schaefer

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 = 3.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2022

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: John Anthony Schaefer: Innovator in Vortex Generator Systems

Introduction

John Anthony Schaefer is a notable inventor based in St. Louis, MO. He has made significant contributions to the field of aerodynamics through his innovative designs. His work primarily focuses on enhancing vehicle performance and efficiency.

Latest Patents

Schaefer holds a patent for a "Vortex generator system and method for assisting in store separation from a vehicle, and aircraft having vortex generator system." This invention features a vortex generator system with at least two vortex generators that protrude from the outer mold line of a vehicle surface. These generators are strategically positioned to create counter-rotating vortices that facilitate the separation of stores from the vehicle as they exit a cavity.

Career Highlights

John Anthony Schaefer is currently employed at The Boeing Company, where he applies his expertise in aerodynamics and vehicle design. His innovative approach has contributed to advancements in aircraft technology and performance.

Collaborations

Schaefer has worked alongside talented colleagues, including Andrew Wham Cary and Rene Woszidlo. Their collaborative efforts have furthered the development of cutting-edge technologies in the aerospace industry.

Conclusion

John Anthony Schaefer's contributions to vortex generator systems exemplify the impact of innovation in the aerospace sector. His work continues to influence the design and functionality of modern vehicles.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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