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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Nanosolar, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 75

% Expired Patents = 89.3

EPO Patents = 3

Forward Citations = 2,095

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28 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Brian M Sager (35 out of 44 patents)

Martin R Roscheisen (33 out of 36 patents)

Matthew R Robinson (17 out of 35 patents)

4. Dong Yu (14 out of 18 patents)

5. Jacqueline A Fidanza (14 out of 19 patents)

6. James R Sheats (12 out of 35 patents)

7. Jeroen K J Van Duren (10 out of 12 patents)

8. Sam Kao (10 out of 21 patents)

9. Paul Martin Adriani (9 out of 19 patents)

10. Brent Bollman (7 out of 7 patents)

11. Karl Pichler (7 out of 43 patents)

12. Craig Leidholm (6 out of 13 patents)

13. Klaus Petritsch (6 out of 6 patents)

14. Chris Eberspacher (5 out of 13 patents)

15. Robert Stancel (5 out of 13 patents)

Core Competencies:

Photovoltaic Devices

Thin-Film Absorber

Solution-Based Fabrication

High-Throughput Printing

Chalcogenide Solar Cells

Nanostructured Layers

Conductive Barrier Layers

Solar Module Mounting

Optoelectronic Architecture

Transparent Conductors

Thermal Management

Solar Cell Interconnection

75 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 8631757 - Solution deposition assembly (2014-01-21),

2. 8623448 - High-throughput printing of semiconductor precursor layer from chalcogenide microflake particles (2014-01-07),

3. 8617640 - Thin-film devices formed from solid group IIIA alloy particles (2013-12-31),

4. 8603575 - Thin-film absorber formation method (2013-12-10),

5. 8601973 - Solution deposition assembly (2013-12-10),

6. 8541048 - Formation of photovoltaic absorber layers on foil substrates (2013-09-24),

7. 8536442 - Slidable mounting system for solar modules (2013-09-17),

8. 8530262 - Roll-to-roll non-vacuum deposition of transparent conductive electrodes (2013-09-10),

9. 8525152 - Formation of solar cells with conductive barrier layers and foil substrates (2013-09-03),

10. 8522490 - Solar module mounting apparatus allowing for at least one degree of freedom (2013-09-03),

11. 8471141 - Structures for low cost, reliable solar roofing (2013-06-25),

12. 8440498 - Thin-film devices formed from solid particles (2013-05-14),

13. 8414961 - Solution deposited transparent conductors (2013-04-09),

14. 8409455 - Methods and devices for ultra smooth substrate for use in thin film solar cell manufacturing (2013-04-02),

15. 8372734 - High-throughput printing of semiconductor precursor layer from chalcogenide nanoflake particles (2013-02-12),

Company Overview

Nanosolar, Inc. is a pioneering company based in San Jose, California, specializing in advanced photovoltaic technology. The organization focuses on the development and manufacturing of innovative solar solutions, particularly utilizing thin-film absorbers and solution-based fabrication techniques. Their expertise includes high-throughput printing methods and the integration of chalcogenide solar cells, which enhance energy efficiency. Nanosolar's commitment to nanostructured layers and conductive barrier layers positions it as a leader in the solar energy sector, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

75 Patents

#144 in San Jose, CA

#1,154 in California

#4,911 in US

#10,020 in the World

San Jose, CA, United States of America

Nanosolar, Inc.

Forward Citations = 2,095

28 inventors:

Brian M Sager (35 out of 44 patents)

Martin R Roscheisen (33 out of 36 patents)

Matthew R Robinson (17 out of 35 patents)

4. Dong Yu (14 out of 18 patents)

5. Jacqueline A Fidanza (14 out of 19 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Nanosolar, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/nanosolar

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

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