Kenneth D. Tyler (February 16, 1944 – July 22, 2023)

Inventor

Birth: February 16, 1944

Died: July 22, 2023

Field of Invention: It relates to electrolytic capacitors and is more particularly directed to an improved molded header construction for providing a tighter and more durable seal of the open end of the housing for the electrolytic capacitor.

Career as an Inventor: Worked for Mallory Company for over 25 years; he worked in Mexico and several states, including Texas. After, he moved to Lansing, Michigan, and worked as manager for Starr’s Black and Tan Bar. Five years later, he moved back to Richmond.

Accomplishments:  During his working years, the patent he obtained in September of 1989 for the design of a Molded Capacitor Header.