Boston, MA, United States of America

William L Hanna

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Polaroid Corporation. Active years: 1982.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: William L Hanna. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/william-l-hanna-qu32cmun

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

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Years Active: 1982

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: William L. Hanna: Innovator in Disposable Film Processing

Introduction

William L. Hanna is an accomplished inventor based in Boston, MA (US). He is known for his innovative contributions to the field of photography, particularly through his development of a disposable film processing kit. This invention has made significant strides in simplifying the process of developing instant type film.

Latest Patents

William L. Hanna holds a patent for a Disposable Film Processing Kit. This kit is designed for developing photographically exposed rolls of instant type film. It features two sections that mate to create a chamber for enclosing a roll of flexible sheet material, allowing a free end to extend to the exterior. The first section supports a package containing viscous processing liquid, which flows into a reservoir upon rupturing the package. A nozzle applies a layer of the liquid to one side of the sheet material as it is withdrawn from the kit. The second section includes a resilient member that presses the sheet material against the nozzle during the application of the processing liquid and seals the nozzle after the sheet material is rewound, effectively sealing off any remaining liquid.

Career Highlights

William L. Hanna has made notable contributions to the Polaroid Corporation, where he has worked on various projects related to instant photography. His innovative spirit and technical expertise have played a crucial role in advancing the company's product offerings.

Collaborations

William has collaborated with Leonard V. Bendoni, a fellow innovator, to enhance the development of photographic technologies. Their partnership has contributed to the success of their projects and the advancement of the industry.

Conclusion

William L. Hanna's work in developing the Disposable Film Processing Kit exemplifies his commitment to innovation in photography. His contributions have not only simplified the film processing experience but have also left a lasting impact on the industry.

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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