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Blaine, MN, United States of America

Apa Optics, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 15

Forward Citations = 938

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13 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Anil K Jain (9 out of 13 patents)

Warren Timothy Boord (7 out of 9 patents)

Muhammad A Khan (4 out of 5 patents)

4. Donald T Olson (4 out of 5 patents)

5. James M VanHove (3 out of 4 patents)

6. Jon N Kuznia (3 out of 3 patents)

7. James M Van Hove (2 out of 3 patents)

8. Steven M Arnold (2 out of 22 patents)

9. Qisheng Chen (1 out of 1 patent)

10. Muhammed A Khan (1 out of 1 patent)

11. Jonathon N Kuznia (1 out of 1 patent)

12. Margaret C Blasingame (1 out of 1 patent)

13. Muhammad A Kahn (1 out of 1 patent)

15 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 6647209 - Multiplexer and demultiplexer for single mode optical fiber communication links (2003-11-11),

2. 6441934 - Multiplexer and demultiplexer for single mode optical fiber communication links (2002-08-27),

3. 6104074 - Schottky barrier detectors for visible-blind ultraviolet detection (2000-08-15),

4. 5793912 - Tunable receiver for a wavelength division multiplexing optical (1998-08-11),

5. 5608826 - Wavelength division multiplexed optical modulator and multiplexing (1997-03-04),

6. 5477383 - Optical array method and apparatus (1995-12-19),

7. 5450510 - Wavelength division multiplexed optical modulator and multiplexing (1995-09-12),

8. 5296395 - Method of making a high electron mobility transistor (1994-03-22),

9. 5278435 - High responsivity ultraviolet gallium nitride detector (1994-01-11),

10. 5192987 - High electron mobility transistor with GaN/Al.sub.x Ga.sub.1-x N (1993-03-09),

11. 5182670 - Narrow band algan filter (1993-01-26),

12. 5146465 - Aluminum gallium nitride laser (1992-09-08),

13. 5071210 - Sandwich reflection hologram (1991-12-10),

14. 4902088 - Integrated optic device for laser beam scanning (1990-02-20),

15. 4759595 - Integrated optic switch (1988-07-26),

Company Overview

Apa Optics, Inc. is a technology company based in Blaine, MN, specializing in advanced optical solutions. The organization focuses on the development and manufacturing of innovative optical components and systems, catering to a variety of industries including telecommunications, defense, and medical devices. Apa Optics is dedicated to enhancing optical performance through cutting-edge research and technology, positioning itself as a key player in the optical engineering domain.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Nov 3 2026

15 Patents

#2 in Blaine, MN

#618 in Minnesota

#21,100 in US

#40,018 in the World

Blaine, MN, United States of America

Apa Optics, Inc.

Forward Citations = 938

13 inventors:

Anil K Jain (9 out of 13 patents)

Warren Timothy Boord (7 out of 9 patents)

Muhammad A Khan (4 out of 5 patents)

4. Donald T Olson (4 out of 5 patents)

5. James M VanHove (3 out of 4 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Apa Optics, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/apa-optics

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

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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