Matthew N Gray

Title: Matthew N. Gray and His Propeller Blade Innovation.

Introduction

Matthew N. Gray is an inventor associated with Hampton, Virginia. His patent work addresses propeller and turbomachinery blade design, with a focus on varying blade characteristics along the span.

Latest Patents

Gray is associated with 1 patent, titled “Propeller.” The invention describes improved blade designs with non-constant airfoil distributions and/or coefficients of lift across the blade span. It divides the blade between its root and tip into a first section, a transition section, and a second section. The transition section may provide a linear or nonlinear change between the other sections. The blade may also use at least two different airfoil shapes or coefficients of lift along its span.

Career Highlights

Gray’s patent affiliations include Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc. and the United States of America as Represented by the Administrator of NASA. These affiliations connect his work to engineering and aerospace research.

Collaborations

Caleb Robb and Todd Ferrante are identified as Gray’s coworkers. Their shared professional context reflects collaboration around engineering and innovation.

Conclusion

Matthew N. Gray’s propeller patent presents a blade design that varies airfoil characteristics and lift across its span, illustrating an approach to improving turbomachinery blades.