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Lusby, MD, United States of America

John D Adams

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Seakeeper, Inc., Gearloose Engineering, Inc., Other. Active years: 1980-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: John D Adams. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/john-d-adams-ovwxmm9a

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 8 

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 98(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Memphis, TN (US) (1980)
  • Lusby, MD (US) (2005 - 2012)
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (US) (2011 - 2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal4 out of 13 
 
Seakeeper, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 1 
 
Gearloose Engineering, Inc.
 patent
bronzeMedal1 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1980-2025

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12326735 - Dynamic active control system with engine control (2025-06-10),
2. 12214850 - Commissioning strategy (2025-02-04),
3. D661515 - Table (2012-06-12),
4. 8117930 - Cooling bearings, motors and other rotating heat generating components (2012-02-21),
5. D642827 - Multi-configuration table set (2011-08-09),
6. 7546782 - Cooling bearings, motors and other rotating heat generating components (2009-06-16),
7. 6973847 - Gyroscopic roll stabilizer for boats (2005-12-13),
8. 4203535 - Method and apparatus for low-dust discharge of particulate material (1980-05-20),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of John D. Adams

Introduction

John D. Adams is a notable inventor based in Lusby, MD, with a remarkable portfolio of eight patents. His work primarily focuses on dynamic active control systems for marine vessels, showcasing his expertise in engineering and innovation.

Latest Patents

Adams' latest patents include a dynamic active control system with engine control. This system is designed for total vessel pitch axis control through the rapid deployment of water engagement devices (WEDs) and engine trim adjustments. It also provides total roll and heading control by differentially deploying WEDs to counteract rolling motions while adjusting engine steering positions. Additionally, the system allows for the adjustment of engine steering angles to counter yaw moments produced by gyroscopic stabilization systems. Another significant patent is a software-based commissioning strategy for customizing new marine vessels equipped with stability and dynamic active control systems. This strategy utilizes proprietary software to determine appropriate feedback gains by controlling WED deployment and capturing data related to vessel movements.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, John D. Adams has made significant contributions to the field of marine engineering. He has worked with reputable companies such as Seakeeper, Inc. and Gearloose Engineering, Inc., where he has applied his innovative ideas to develop advanced marine technologies.

Collaborations

Adams has collaborated with talented individuals in the industry, including Shepard W. McKenney and Michael Po

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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