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Sumner, WA, United States of America

Thomas A Greenwood

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: The Boeing Company. Active years: 1999-2005.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas A Greenwood. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-a-greenwood

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 85.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 290(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 23,040 
 
The Boeing Company
 patents

Years Active: 1999-2005

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6980881 - Software for improving the accuracy of machines (2005-12-27),
2. 6681145 - Method for improving the accuracy of machines (2004-01-20),
3. 6420694 - Steerable retroreflective system and method (2002-07-16),
4. 6392222 - Machine system having optical endpoint control and associated method (2002-05-21),
5. 5949685 - Real-time orientation of machine media to improve machine accuracy (1999-09-07),
6. 5920483 - Scaling machine media for thermal effects to improve machine accuracy (1999-07-06),
7. 5903459 - Method for product acceptance by improving the accuracy of machines (1999-05-11),

Title: Innovations by Thomas A Greenwood

Introduction

Thomas A Greenwood is an accomplished inventor based in Sumner, WA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of machine accuracy, holding a total of 7 patents. His work focuses on improving the precision of large machines, which is crucial for various industrial applications.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Greenwood has developed innovative software aimed at enhancing the accuracy of large machines. These machines often face unacceptable errors due to thermal expansion and mechanical misalignments. Traditional methods to minimize these errors, such as thermal enclosures and laser interferometers, can be costly and require frequent recalibration. Greenwood's invention utilizes an interferometric laser tracker or a comparable 3D position sensor to measure the position of a retroreflector attached to the machine's end effector. A computer then compares the measured position to the desired position and applies the necessary corrections to ensure precise machining.

Career Highlights

Thomas A Greenwood is currently employed at The Boeing Company, where he continues to innovate and improve machine accuracy. His expertise in this area has made him a valuable asset to the company and the industry as a whole.

Collaborations

One of his notable coworkers is Thomas W Pastusak, with whom he collaborates on various projects aimed at enhancing machine performance and accuracy.

Conclusion

Thomas A Greenwood's contributions to machine accuracy through his innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to advancing technology in the field. His work not only addresses existing challenges but also paves the way for future innovations in machine engineering.

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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