Silverthorne, CO, United States of America

Tom Brogan

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Busek Company, Inc.. Active years: 2004.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tom Brogan. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tom-brogan-gmfv16qc

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 23(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2004

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Tom Brogan - Innovator in Electric Propulsion Technology

Introduction

Tom Brogan is an accomplished inventor based in Silverthorne, Colorado. He has made significant contributions to the field of electric propulsion technology. His innovative work focuses on developing advanced thruster systems that utilize atmospheric air for propulsion.

Latest Patents

Tom Brogan holds a patent for an "Air Breathing Electrically Powered Hall Effect Thruster." This invention features a thruster duct with an inlet, exit, and a discharge zone that allows air to enter and be ionized. The design includes an electrical circuit with a cathode and an anode, which work together to create thrust by accelerating ionized air through the exit.

Career Highlights

Tom is currently employed at Busek Company, Inc., where he continues to advance his research and development in electric propulsion systems. His work has garnered attention for its potential applications in various aerospace technologies.

Collaborations

Tom collaborates with notable colleagues, including Vlad Hruby and Bruce M. Pote, who contribute to the innovative projects at Busek Company, Inc.

Conclusion

Tom Brogan's contributions to electric propulsion technology exemplify the spirit of innovation in the aerospace industry. His patent for the air-breathing thruster represents a significant advancement in propulsion systems.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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