Patents by Inventor Louie W. Watkins

Louie W. Watkins has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Riser pipe fairing
    Patent number: 4474129
    Abstract: A fairing for riser pipe immersed in a fluid medium, usually fresh water or sea water. The fairing is constructed of syntatic foam and is compatible with existing systems. The fairing may be removably secured to riser buoyancy modules. The fairing has special fluid flow characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 1982
    Date of Patent: October 2, 1984
    Assignee: W. R. Grace & Co.
    Inventors: Louie W. Watkins, Stephen C. Miller