Paul B MacCready

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Hydrogen Powered Aircraft. Top assignees: Aerovironment, Inc., Other. Active years: 1976-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Paul B MacCready. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/paul-b-maccready

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 81.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 467(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Monrovia, CA (US) (1999)
Pasadena, CA (US) (1976 - 2012)

Company Filing History:

14 out of 431

Aerovironment, Inc.

patents

2 out of 834,708

Other

patents

Years Active: 1976-2012

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Areas of Expertise:

Hydrogen Powered Aircraft

Walking Assisting Apparatus

Liquid Hydrogen

Power Assist

Bicycles

Aerial Transport

Exerciser

High Performance Propulsion

Aerodynamic Drag Reduction

Surface Vehicles

Bistatic Acoustic Monitor

Lightweight Aircraft

16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8308106 - Hydrogen powered aircraft (2012-11-13),

2. 8028951 - Hydrogen powered aircraft (2011-10-04),

3. 8011616 - Hydrogen powered aircraft (2011-09-06),

4. 7281681 - Hydrogen powered aircraft (2007-10-16),

5. 6666796 - Walking assisting apparatus (2003-12-23),

6. 6550717 - Liquid hydrogen stratospheric aircraft (2003-04-22),

7. 6290014 - Power assist for bicycles (2001-09-18),

8. 6086518 - Squeezable exerciser (2000-07-11),

9. 6086015 - Aerial transport method and apparatus (2000-07-11),

10. 5910714 - Electrical power assist apparatus for a wheeled vehicle (1999-06-08),

11. 5758735 - High performance bicycle propulsion (1998-06-02),

12. 4219887 - Bistatic acoustic wind monitor system (1980-08-26),

13. 4206892 - Lightweight aircraft (1980-06-10),

14. 4057280 - Aerodynamic drag reduction devices for surface vehicles (1977-11-08),

15. D243450 - Aerodynamic drag reduction device for vehicles (1977-02-22),

Title: The Legacy of Paul B. MacCready, Inventor from Pasadena, CA

Introduction: Paul B. MacCready, a renowned inventor hailing from Pasadena, CA, is celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of aviation and sustainable technology.

Latest Patents: While Paul B. MacCready's latest patents may not be publicly available, his innovative spirit continues to inspire new generations of inventors and engineers.

Career Highlights: MacCready's illustrious career includes the development of the Gossamer Condor, the first human-powered aircraft to successfully complete a controlled flight. He also founded AeroVironment, a company known for its pioneering work in unmanned aircraft systems.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Paul B. MacCready collaborated with leading researchers, engineers, and institutions to push the boundaries of aeronautical engineering and environmental sustainability.

Conclusion: Paul B. MacCready's legacy as an inventor and visionary in the fields of aviation and sustainable technology remains unparalleled, leaving an indelible mark on the world of innovation.

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]