Robert E Kearns

San Francisco, CA, United States of America

Robert E Kearns

This inventor holds 28 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Lock Technology. Top assignees: Corbin Russwin, Inc., Security People, Inc.. Active years: 1994-2008.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Robert E Kearns. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/robert-e-kearns

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 = 1.6

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 276(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Santa Clara, CA (US) (2003)
  • San Francisco, CA (US) (1994 - 2008)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1994-2008

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Areas of Expertise:
Locker Lock
Master Override
Low Power Jump Start
Mechanical Lock
Electronic Lock
Key Blade
Adjustable Bolt
Key Blade Blank
Security Mechanism
Lock Design
Key Technology
Override Feature
28 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Legacy of Robert E. Kearns, Inventor of the Intermittent Windshield Wiper

Introduction: Robert E. Kearns, a brilliant inventor born in 1927, made significant contributions to automotive safety with his invention of the intermittent windshield wiper system.

Latest Patents: Kearns held several patents related to his groundbreaking invention, including US Patent 3,351,836 for the "Electrical Windshield Wiper System" granted in 1967.

Career Highlights: Kearns' career was marked by his tireless pursuit of justice against major automakers who infringed on his patented technology. His legal battles against Ford and Chrysler resulted in significant settlements.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kearns collaborated with various engineers and legal experts to defend his patents and uphold his rights as an inventor. His determination and resilience in the face of adversity inspired many in the innovation community.

Conclusion: Robert E. Kearns' legacy as the inventor of the intermittent windshield wiper system continues to impact automotive safety today, serving as a testament to the power of innovation and perseverance in the face of challenges.

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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