Steven John Leverette

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Offshore Engineering. Top assignees: Seahorse Equipment Corporation, Asset Integrity Management Solutions, L.l.c., Viv Suppression, Inc.. Active years: 1999-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Steven John Leverette. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/steven-john-leverette

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 59.1

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 4)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 163(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

21 out of 51

Seahorse Equipment Corporation

patents

1 out of 7

Asset Integrity Management Solutions, L.l.c.

patents

1 out of 9

Viv Suppression, Inc.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1999-2020

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Areas of Expertise:

Twin Fin Fairing

Mooring Connector

Buoyant Turret Mooring

Offshore Platform

Catenary Riser

Drag-Inducing Stabilizer

Tension Leg Platform

Hydrostatic Stability

Oscillation Control

Submerged Structures

Damping Apertures

Production Platform

22 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. RE48123 - Twin fin fairing (2020-07-27),

2. 9381977 - In-line mooring connector and tensioner (2016-07-05),

3. 9315241 - Buoyant turret mooring with porous receptor cage (2016-04-19),

4. 9003994 - In-line mooring connector and tensioner (2015-04-14),

5. 8757082 - Offshore platform with outset columns (2014-06-24),

6. 8707882 - Offshore platform with outset columns (2014-04-29),

7. 8690483 - Method for assembling tendons (2014-04-08),

8. 8689882 - Flexible hang-off arrangement for a catenary riser (2014-04-08),

9. 8585326 - Method for assembling tendons (2013-11-19),

10. 8550171 - Flexible hang-off arrangement for a catenary riser (2013-10-08),

11. 8418640 - Semisubmersible offshore platform with drag-inducing stabilizer plates (2013-04-16),

12. 8291849 - Drag-inducing stabilizer plates with damping apertures (2012-10-23),

13. 8196539 - Battered column offshore platform (2012-06-12),

14. 8167514 - Strake system for submerged or partially submerged structures (2012-05-01),

15. 8087849 - Battered column tension leg platform (2012-01-03),

Title: **Innovative Contributions of Steven John Leverette in Mooring Technology**

Introduction

Steven John Leverette, based in Richmond, TX, is an accomplished inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 21 patents. His innovative work primarily focuses on mooring systems for offshore vessels, underscoring his significant contributions to maritime safety and efficiency.

Latest Patents

Among his notable inventions are two recent patents:

1. **In-line Mooring Connector and Tensioner** - This mooring system employs a chain stopper within a preset mooring line. The unique design includes an attachment point for a removable hydraulic chain jack actuator, enabling the chain to be stroked through the stopper assembly while both the stopper and the mooring line remain under load.

2. **Buoyant Turret Mooring with Porous Receptor Cage** - This innovative system addresses the vulnerabilities in disconnectable buoyant turret moorings for Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessels. The design features a buoy turret cage with certain porosity, allowing seawater to flow in and relieve suction forces, thus facilitating quicker separation of the buoy from the turret during disconnection. This minimizes the risk of collisions during mating and de-mating operations.

Career Highlights

Steven has made notable advancements in marine technology through his roles at companies like Seahorse Equipment Corporation and Viv Suppression, Inc. His work reflects a commitment to enhancing safety and performance in marine operations, vital for the offshore industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Steven has collaborated with professionals such as Oriol Rijken and Stephen E. Kibbee. These partnerships have culminated in innovative solutions addressing complex challenges in mooring systems.

Conclusion

Steven John Leverette's extensive patent portfolio and innovative spirit have significantly impacted mooring technology in the offshore industry. His work not only enhances safety but also improves efficiency for maritime operations, making him a prominent figure in contemporary marine engineering.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.