This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: United Technologies Corporation. Active years: 1979.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1979
Title: William E. Woodburn, Jr.: Gas Turbine Combustion Innovation.
Introduction
William E. Woodburn, Jr. is an inventor associated with Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and United Technologies Corporation. His patent work addresses reducing smoke emissions from gas turbine engines.
Latest Patents
Woodburn is credited with 1 patent, titled “Burner for Gas Turbine Engine.” The invention describes adding air at selected locations in a combustor’s primary burning zone to minimize smoke in the engine exhaust. It also proposes adapting existing burners by replacing components in a can burner, avoiding the need to replace the entire combustor.
Career Highlights
Woodburn’s recorded patent reflects a practical approach to improving gas turbine combustion: reducing smoke while enabling modifications to existing equipment. His work is associated with United Technologies Corporation.
Collaborations
Woodburn’s coworker, Joseph J. Faitani, is also associated with the patent information provided.
Conclusion
William E. Woodburn, Jr.’s gas turbine burner invention combines smoke reduction with a retrofit approach for existing combustors.
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