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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Centipede Systems, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 40

% Expired Patents = 45.0


Trademarks = 5

Forward Citations = 462

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5 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Thomas H Di Stefano (39 out of 48 patents)

silverMedal Peter T Di Stefano (13 out of 14 patents)

bronzeMedal Konstantine N Karavakis (4 out of 74 patents)

4.  Anthony B Faraci (1 out of 12 patents)

5.  Thomas H DiStefano (1 out of 193 patents)


Core Competencies:
Microelectronic Connector
Thermal Contactor
Socket Assembly
Transport Apparatus
Probe Head
Heat Sink
Carrier
Stacking Method
Test Head Alignment
Electrical Coupling
Semiconductor Tray
Fluid Coupler

40 patents:

1. 11431115 - Connectors for interconnecting microelectronic circuits (2022-08-30),
2. 10119776 - Apparatus to control device temperature utilizing multiple thermal paths (2018-11-06),
3. 9841461 - Transport apparatus for moving carriers of test parts (2017-12-12),
4. 9346151 - Precision carrier for microelectronic devices (2016-05-24),
5. 9151551 - Apparatus to control device temperature utilizing multiple thermal paths (2015-10-06),
6. 8987891 - Heat sink apparatus for microelectronic devices (2015-03-24),
7. 8970244 - Transport apparatus for moving carriers of test parts (2015-03-03),
8. 8720875 - Carrier for holding microelectronic devices (2014-05-13),
9. 8683674 - Method for stacking microelectronic devices (2014-04-01),
10. 8550443 - Method and apparatus for holding microelectronic devices (2013-10-08),
11. 8485511 - Method and apparatus for holding microelectronic devices (2013-07-16),
12. 8465312 - Socket cartridge and socket cartridge assembly (2013-06-18),
13. 8348252 - Method and apparatus for aligning and/or leveling a test head (2013-01-08),
14. 8151872 - Method and apparatus for controlling temperature (2012-04-10),
15. 8033877 - Connector for microelectronic devices (2011-10-11),
Company Overview
Centipede Systems, Inc., based in San Jose, CA, specializes in advanced microelectronic solutions, focusing on the development and manufacturing of microelectronic circuits and devices. The company is known for its expertise in thermal management and semiconductor testing technologies, which are critical for enhancing the performance and reliability of electronic systems. Additionally, Centipede Systems offers innovative solutions in socket cartridges and test head alignment, catering to the evolving needs of the semiconductor industry.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

Centipede Systems, Inc. USPTO Patent Assignee Logo
40 Patents

#219 in San Jose, CA

#2,041 in California

#8,637 in US

#17,098 in the World

San Jose, CA (US)
San Jose, CA, United States of America

Centipede Systems, Inc.

Forward Citations = 462

5 inventors:

goldMedal Thomas H Di Stefano (39 out of 48 patents)

silverMedal Peter T Di Stefano (13 out of 14 patents)

bronzeMedal Konstantine N Karavakis (4 out of 74 patents)

4.  Anthony B Faraci (1 out of 12 patents)

5.  Thomas H DiStefano (1 out of 193 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Centipede Systems, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/centipede-systems

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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