Bridgwater, United Kingdom

Richard L Ballard

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Westland Plc. Active years: 1988.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Richard L Ballard. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/richard-l-ballard

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 = 14(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1988

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Innovations of Richard L Ballard

Introduction

Richard L Ballard is an accomplished inventor based in Bridgwater, GB. He has made significant contributions to the field of automated transportation through his innovative designs. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of pallet systems used in various industries.

Latest Patents

Richard holds a patent for an "Article restraining means for pallets." This invention features a pallet designed for automated transportation apparatuses, which includes resilient restraining means protruding from an upper load-carrying surface. This design effectively prevents the sliding movement of articles on the surface, ensuring safer and more reliable transportation.

Career Highlights

Richard is currently employed at Westland Plc, where he continues to develop and refine his innovative ideas. His experience and expertise in the field have allowed him to contribute to various projects that enhance operational efficiency.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Richard has collaborated with talented individuals such as Mark Goddard-Watts and David N Hallett. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking solutions.

Conclusion

Richard L Ballard's contributions to the field of automated transportation through his innovative patent demonstrate his commitment to improving industry standards. His work continues to influence the way articles are transported safely and efficiently.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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