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Fort Worth, TX, United States of America

Thomas Clement Parham, Jr

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Textron Innovations Inc., Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., Bell Textron Inc.. Active years: 2017-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas Clement Parham, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-clement-parham-jr

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 18 

% Patents Active = 94.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 10(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Fort Worth, TX (US) (2019 - 2020)
  • Colleyville, TX (US) (2017 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 1,728 
 
Textron Innovations Inc.
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 841 
 
Bell Helicopter Textron Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 83 
 
Bell Textron Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 2017-2024

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18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11952111 - Electronic control of blade pitch on a tiltrotor (2024-04-09),
2. 11724800 - Vibration attenuator (2023-08-15),
3. 11691723 - Rotor assembly with static mast and pivoting rotor hub (2023-07-04),
4. 11685521 - Rotor hub vibration attenuator (2023-06-27),
5. 11214361 - Vibration attenuator (2022-01-04),
6. 11173521 - Vibration attenuator (2021-11-16),
7. 10875636 - Variable-pitch ringed rotors for aircraft (2020-12-29),
8. 10843788 - Damping structures for tiltrotor aircraft wings (2020-11-24),
9. 10793254 - Soft-in-plane proprotor systems (2020-10-06),
10. 10647418 - Aircraft load and vibration attenuation (2020-05-12),
11. 10569870 - Proprotor systems for tiltrotor aircraft (2020-02-25),
12. 10532810 - Adjustable blade-to-hub lead-lag damper attachment (2020-01-14),
13. 10518868 - Soft-in-plane proprotor systems (2019-12-31),
14. 10518867 - Loop yoke for proprotor systems (2019-12-31),
15. 10472057 - Rotor assembly with high lock-number blades (2019-11-12),

Title: Thomas Clement Parham, Jr: Innovator in Rotor Control Systems

Introduction

Thomas Clement Parham, Jr. is a notable inventor based in Fort Worth, TX (US), recognized for his contributions to rotor control systems. He holds a total of 18 patents, showcasing his expertise and innovative spirit in the field of aerospace engineering.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the "Electronic control of blade pitch on a tiltrotor." This system is designed to control the pitch of rotor blades using individual actuators for each blade. The system incorporates sensors to determine aerodynamic forces acting on the rotor, allowing a flight control system to operate the actuators effectively. Another significant patent is the "Vibration attenuator," which is configured for use on an aircraft rotor. This device features upper and lower weight assemblies that rotate relative to the rotor, enabling selective translation to produce a whirling moment about the mast axis.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Thomas has worked with prominent companies such as Textron Innovations Inc. and Bell Helicopter Textron Inc. His work has significantly impacted the development of advanced rotorcraft technologies.

Collaborations

Thomas has collaborated with notable individuals in the industry, including Frank B Stamps and Jouyoung Jason Choi. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of his innovative projects.

Conclusion

Thomas Clement Parham, Jr. exemplifies the spirit of innovation in aerospace engineering through his patents and contributions to rotor control systems. His work continues to influence the field and inspire future advancements.

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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