Brea, CA, United States of America

Richard William Aston

This inventor holds 66 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, plus 5 CIPO patents and 33 EPO patents, primarily in Additive Manufacturing (CPC class B64G). Top assignees: The Boeing Company, Hughes Electronics Corporation, Other. Active years: 1998-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Richard William Aston. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/richard-william-aston

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 66 

% Patents Active = 100.0


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 204(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 142(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Brea, CA (US) (1998 - 2024)
  • Los Angeles, CA (US) (2019 - 2024)
  • Steilacoom, WA (US) (2024)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1998-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Additively Manufactured Antenna
Satellite Array Architecture
Spacecraft Panel
Carbon Nanotube Enhanced Polymers
Heat Transfer Device
Space Vehicle Launch System
Damping Apparatus
3D Printed Antennas
Satellite Dispenser
Isolation Coupler
Thermal Enclosure
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66 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Richard William Aston: A Pioneer in Aerospace Innovations

Introduction: Richard William Aston, located in Brea, California, is a notable inventor with an impressive portfolio of 59 patents. His work primarily focuses on aerospace technologies and advanced materials, contributing significantly to these fields.

Latest Patents: Among his latest patents are groundbreaking designs for a multiple space vehicle launch system. This innovative space vehicle system encompasses a method for manufacturing a multiple space vehicle system and a technique for disposing of space vehicles into Earth orbit. The system features a first space vehicle with a unique core structure and wall thickness, as well as a second space vehicle that has a different wall thickness and is releasably attached to the first vehicle. Additionally, he has developed carbon nanotube enhanced polymers, which include polymer matrices mixed with carbon nanotube sheetlets, enhancing their performance through a network of intertwined carbon nanotubes.

Career Highlights: Richard has had an illustrious career, having worked with esteemed companies such as The Boeing Company and Hughes Electronics Corporation. His contributions to these organizations have been pivotal in advancing aerospace technology and materials research.

Collaborations: During his career, Richard has collaborated with talented professionals, including coworkers Michael John Langmack and Anna Maria Tomzynska, further enriching his work and contributions to the field.

Conclusion: Richard William Aston's groundbreaking innovations and extensive patent portfolio exemplify his commitment to pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology and material science. His ongoing contributions continue to shape the future of space exploration and advanced materials.

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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