Occidental, CA, United States of America

Thomas L Nixon

This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Other. Active years: 2000-2002.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas L Nixon. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-l-nixon

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 73(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

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Years Active: 2000-2002

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3 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Thomas L Nixon

Introduction

Thomas L Nixon is an inventive mind based in Occidental, CA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of product design and utility with a total of 3 patents. His work focuses on creating practical solutions that enhance everyday tasks.

Latest Patents

One of his notable inventions is a goods dispenser designed specifically for dispensing flat flexible goods such as anti-static dryer sheets, napkins, and thin protective gloves. This dispenser not only facilitates the dispensing of these items but also provides a convenient means for disposing of used goods and trash. The design includes a holding means for the goods and a support means for a trash receptacle, which is preferably a plastic shopping bag supported by hooks.

Another innovative patent by Nixon is a container system that is supported by one or more laundry appliances. This system features a container with an open top and a cover, or it can slide out of a container housing. The mounting structure allows the container to be positioned in a side-by-side relationship with appliances, ensuring that the cover or top of the container housing is flush with the work surface of the adjacent appliance, effectively creating a continuous work surface.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Thomas L Nixon has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and practicality in his designs. His patents reflect a deep understanding of user needs and the functionality required in everyday products.

Collaborations

Nixon has collaborated with various professionals in his field, including his coworker Paul C Smith, to further enhance his innovative projects.

Conclusion

Thomas L Nixon's contributions to product design through his patents showcase his ability to create functional and user-friendly solutions. His work continues to impact the way we interact with everyday items, making tasks more efficient and convenient.

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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