Per A Vatne

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 7 CIPO patents and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Drilling Technology. Top assignees: Maritime Hydraulics as, Wellquip as, Hammergy as. Active years: 1990-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Per A Vatne. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/per-a-vatne

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 18 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 55.6

CIPO Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 3)

EPO Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.0

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 128(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Rabbersvik, NO (2000 - 2001)
Kristiansand, NO (1990 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

6 out of 13

Maritime Hydraulics as

6. 5 out of 834,601

Other

patents

Years Active: 1990-2019

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Areas of Expertise:

Drilling Hammer

Fluid Pressure

Drill String

Hose Connection

Top Drive

Drilling Mud

Hydraulic Circuit

Power Tong

Slip Joint

Piston-Cylinder

Hoisting System

Torque Wrench

18 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10400513 - Fluid pressure driven, high frequency percussion hammer for drilling in hard formations (2019-09-03),

2. 10385617 - High frequency fluid driven drill hammer percussion drilling in hard formations (2019-08-20),

3. 9708868 - Slip device for suspending a drill or casing string (2017-07-18),

4. 9222313 - Arrangement in a hose connection between a wellhead and a surface installation (2015-12-29),

5. 8678112 - Slip device for suspending a drill or casing string in a drill floor (2014-03-25),

6. 8505980 - Arrangement in a hose connection between a wellhead and a surface installation (2013-08-13),

7. 8505635 - Device for a top drive drilling machine for continuous circulation of drilling mud (2013-08-13),

8. 8439128 - Device for cleaning and doping equipment for threads (2013-05-14),

9. 8037786 - Hydraulic circuit device (2011-10-18),

10. 7836795 - Power tong device (2010-11-23),

11. 6575692 - Method of unloading of solid substance having high degree of water content (2003-06-10),

12. 6347424 - Movement absorbing transferring system (2002-02-19),

13. 6202274 - Arrangement for fastening a piston-cylinder arrangement and method for replacing sealings therein (2001-03-20),

14. 6148922 - Slip joint (2000-11-21),

15. 6095501 - Stretch compensation in a hoisting system for a derrick (2000-08-01),

Title: Innovations of Per A Vatne in Drilling Technology

Introduction

Per A Vatne is a notable inventor based in Kristiansand, Norway, recognized for his contributions to drilling technology. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Vatne has made significant advancements in fluid pressure-driven tools designed for drilling in hard formations. His innovative designs have the potential to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in drilling operations.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a fluid pressure-driven, high-frequency percussion hammer specifically designed for drilling in hard formations. This percussion hammer features a hammer piston with a relatively large and longitudinally extending bore, which minimizes flow resistance for drilling fluid during the return stroke. The bore can be closed in the upstream direction by a valve plug that follows the hammer piston during its stroke. The valve plug is controlled by a long and slender valve stem, which can stop the valve plug by approximately 75% of the full stroke length of the hammer piston. This design allows the bore to open, enabling fluid to flow through it, while the inherent tension spring properties of the valve stem ensure rapid return of the valve plug, facilitating good flow during the return of the hammer piston.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Per A Vatne has worked with various companies, including Maritime Hydraulics AS. His expertise in drilling technology has positioned him as a key figure in the development of innovative solutions for the industry.

Collaborations

One of his notable collaborators is Tore Hansen-Tangen, with whom he has worked on various projects related to drilling technology.

Conclusion

Per A Vatne's contributions to drilling technology through his innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to advancing the field. His work continues to influence the efficiency of drilling operations in challenging environments.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.