Patents by Inventor Luke Dillard

Luke Dillard 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).

  • HEAT EXCHANGER INLET VANE ASSEMBLIES WITH IMPROVED MIXING TRAILING EDGE FEATURES
    Publication number: 20250043724
    Abstract: A gas turbine engine includes a heat exchanger and an inlet shroud. The heat exchanger is configured to transfer heat. The inlet shroud is configured to be coupled with the heat exchanger upstream of the heat exchanger.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2023
    Publication date: February 6, 2025
    Inventors: Kerry J. Lighty, William Williamson, Luke Dillard, David Templin
  • Heat exchanger inlet vane assemblies with improved mixing trailing edge features
    Patent number: 12215621
    Abstract: A gas turbine engine includes a heat exchanger and an inlet shroud. The heat exchanger is configured to transfer heat. The inlet shroud is configured to be coupled with the heat exchanger upstream of the heat exchanger.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2023
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2025
    Assignee: Rolls-Royce North American Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Kerry J. Lighty, William Williamson, Luke Dillard, David Templin