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East Hartford, CT, United States of America

Timothy W Patterson

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Fuel Cell Technology. Top assignees: Utc Fuel Cells, LLC, Audi Ag, Utc Power Corporation. Active years: 2001-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Timothy W Patterson. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/timothy-w-patterson

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 49(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • East Hartford, CT (US) (2001 - 2018)
  • West Hartford, CT (US) (2016 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal5 out of 165 
 
Utc Fuel Cells, LLC
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 3,592 
 
Audi Ag
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 110 
 
Utc Power Corporation
 patents
4. 1 out of 304 
 
Ballard Power Systems Corporation
 patents
5. 1 out of 36 
 
Doosan Fuel Cell America, Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 217 
 
International Fuel Cells, LLC
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2018

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Areas of Expertise:
PEM Fuel Cell
Electrolyte Management
Hydrogen Sensor
Contaminant Detection
Power Plant Operations
Startup Systems
Cathode Electrode
Sub-Freezing Conditions
Hydrophilic Substrate
Membrane Assemblies
Carbon Monoxide Oxidation
Flow Field Humidification
14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9997794 - Protective and precipitation layers for PEM fuel cell (2018-06-12),
2. 9923218 - Fuel cell electrolyte management device (2018-03-20),
3. 9362578 - Fuel cell power plant operating system and method for use in sub-freezing ambient conditions (2016-06-07),
4. 9065126 - Fuel cell stack conditioned to operate safely with failed cells (2015-06-23),
5. 9023551 - Protective and precipitation layers for PEM fuel cell (2015-05-05),
6. 8124287 - Controlling an amount of liquid within a fuel cell (2012-02-28),
7. 8076037 - Hydrogen sensor cell for detecting contaminants (2011-12-13),
8. 8057847 - Method for preparing membranes and membrane electrode assemblies with hydrogen peroxide decomposition catalyst (2011-11-15),
9. 7442453 - Decontamination procedure for a fuel cell power plant (2008-10-28),
10. 7258945 - Fuel cell having a hydrophilic substrate layer (2007-08-21),
11. 6913845 - Reducing fuel cell cathode potential during startup and shutdown (2005-07-05),
12. 6838199 - Start up system and method for a fuel cell power plant using a cathode electrode fuel purge (2005-01-04),
13. 6485857 - Fuel cell hybrid flow field humidification zone (2002-11-26),
14. 6309768 - Process for regenerating a carbon monoxide oxidation reactor (2001-10-30),

Title: Innovations of Timothy W Patterson

Introduction

Timothy W Patterson is a notable inventor based in East Hartford, Connecticut. He has made significant contributions to the field of fuel cell technology, holding a total of 14 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of fuel cells, which are crucial for clean energy solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a protective and precipitation layer for PEM fuel cells. This invention includes a membrane electrode assembly that features an anode, a cathode, and a protective layer made of ionomer material containing a catalyst. The protective layer is designed to optimize the performance of the fuel cell by preventing the migration of catalyst ions. Another significant patent is the fuel cell electrolyte management device, which comprises two components with different densities. This innovative design allows for effective storage and management of electrolyte within the fuel cell system.

Career Highlights

Timothy has worked with prominent companies in the energy sector, including UTC Fuel Cells, LLC and UTC Power Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his inventions, contributing to advancements in fuel cell technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Timothy has collaborated with talented individuals such as Michael L Perry and Ned Emidio Cipollini. These partnerships have fostered innovation and have been instrumental in the development of his patented technologies.

Conclusion

Timothy W Patterson's contributions to fuel cell technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in clean energy solutions.

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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