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Natick, MA, United States of America

Cognex Corporation


USPTO Granted Patents = 631

% Expired Patents = 16.5


Trademarks = 28

Forward Citations = 9,294

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307 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Laurens Nunnink (101 out of 116 patents)

silverMedal David J Michael (70 out of 86 patents)

bronzeMedal William M Silver (61 out of 80 patents)

4.  Aaron S Wallack (60 out of 75 patents)

5.  James A Negro (44 out of 44 patents)

6.  Ivan A Bachelder (42 out of 51 patents)

7.  Adam Wagman (32 out of 40 patents)

8.  Sanjay J Nichani (29 out of 41 patents)

9.  Lowell D Jacobson (27 out of 29 patents)

10.  David Y Li (26 out of 27 patents)

11.  Carl W Gerst (26 out of 38 patents)

12.  Cyril C Marrion (24 out of 27 patents)

13.  Richard Reuter (23 out of 23 patents)

14.  Saul Sanz Rodriguez (21 out of 21 patents)

15.  Xiangyun Ye (21 out of 26 patents)


Core Competencies:
Imaging System
Illumination Assembly
Deep Learning
3D Data Reconstruction
Object Sorting
Camera Calibration
Optical Assembly
Surface Features
Barcode Recognition
Motion Detection
Image Scoring
Multi-Core Processor

631 patents:

1. 12744986 - Machine vision system and method with multispectral light assembly (2026-09-22),
2. 12737902 - System and method for estimating box shape representation of a generally cuboidal object (2026-09-15),
3. 12737577 - Systems and methods for tuning symbol readers (2026-09-15),
4. 12656599 - Configurable light emission by selective beam-sweeping (2026-06-16),
5. D1122335 - Illumination assembly for an imaging system (2026-04-14),
6. 12548191 - System and method for efficiently scoring probes in an image with a vision system (2026-02-10),
7. 12529828 - Illumination line generation by double-duty diffusion (2026-01-20),
8. 12523991 - Systems and methods for detecting and addressing issue classifications for object sorting (2026-01-13),
9. 12493987 - Calibration-less structured light measurement (2025-12-09),
10. 12493196 - System and method for reduced-speckle laser line generation (2025-12-09),
11. D1101015 - Imaging device with cover plate (2025-11-04),
12. D1099200 - Imaging device with housing (2025-10-21),
13. 12450455 - Machine vision system and method with hybrid zoom optical assembly (2025-10-21),
14. 12435968 - Multiple channel locating (2025-10-07),
15. 12367361 - System and method for auto-focusing a vision system camera on barcodes (2025-07-22),
Cognex Corporation is a global leader in machine vision technology. They develop and manufacture machine vision systems and sensors that help businesses automate complex tasks, improve production processes, and ensure product quality. Cognex's solutions are used in various industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Cognex continues to provide cutting-edge vision solutions that enhance productivity and drive business success.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 22 2026

Cognex Corporation
631 Patents

#2 in Natick, MA

#49 in Massachusetts

#790 in US

#1,562 in the World

Natick, MA (US)
Natick, MA, United States of America

Cognex Corporation

Forward Citations = 9,294

307 inventors:

goldMedal Laurens Nunnink (101 out of 116 patents)

silverMedal David J Michael (70 out of 86 patents)

bronzeMedal William M Silver (61 out of 80 patents)

4.  Aaron S Wallack (60 out of 75 patents)

5.  James A Negro (44 out of 44 patents)

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