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Anaheim, CA, United States of America

Odetics, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 36

Forward Citations = 999

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29 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Stephen J Bartholet (9 out of 9 patents)

Gordon R Schulz (8 out of 8 patents)

Robert R Tripp (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Timothy L Crabtree (3 out of 3 patents)

5. Robert G Fairchild (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Charles A Lindquist (2 out of 2 patents)

7. Victor Blum (2 out of 2 patents)

8. W Craig Bullock (2 out of 2 patents)

9. Oliver T Tetirick (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Francis J Reid (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Norman C Walker (1 out of 2 patents)

12. Nicholas A Perna (1 out of 1 patent)

13. Lloyd R Tripp (1 out of 1 patent)

14. Robert E Carlton (1 out of 3 patents)

15. George B Westrom (1 out of 1 patent)

Core Competencies:

Robotic Data Cartridge

Laser Targeting

Solid State Recorder

Radiation Mapping

End Effector

Gripper Mechanism

Time Measurement

Active Tape Tracking

Magnetic Head

Video Cassette Recorder

Tape Withdrawal

Composite Magnetic Transducer

36 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5429470 - Inter-system transport mechanism for use with robotic data cartridge (1995-07-04),

2. 5418732 - Laser targeting system (1995-05-23),

3. 5408628 - Solid state recorder with flexible width data bus utilizing lock mapping (1995-04-18),

4. 5286973 - Radiation mapping system (1994-02-15),

5. 5280981 - End effector with load-sensitive digit actuation mechanisms (1994-01-25),

6. 5108140 - Reconfigurable end effector (1992-04-28),

7. 5054836 - Gripper mechanism having spring-loaded jaws (1991-10-08),

8. 4982350 - System for precise measurement of time intervals (1991-01-01),

9. 4913328 - Active tape tracking system with crown guide rollers for magnetic (1990-04-03),

10. 4888654 - Method of writing and reading digital data interspersed with analog (1989-12-19),

11. 4846619 - Robotic materials handling system (1989-07-11),

12. 4839959 - Method of forming a magnetic head (1989-06-20),

13. 4808064 - Micropositioning apparatus for a robotic arm (1989-02-28),

14. 4779151 - Robotic tape cassette handling system with rotary loading and unloading (1988-10-18),

15. 4722494 - Cable retractor assembly for taking up slack of a cable (1988-02-02),

Company Overview

Odetics, Inc. is a technology company based in Anaheim, California, specializing in advanced solutions for data storage and management. The company focuses on developing innovative systems that enhance the efficiency and reliability of data handling across various industries. Odetics is known for its expertise in video storage and retrieval technologies, providing robust solutions that cater to the needs of broadcast, security, and enterprise sectors. Their commitment to research and development positions them as a key player in the evolving landscape of data technology.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

36 Patents

#9 in Anaheim, CA

#2,245 in California

#9,502 in US

#18,716 in the World

Anaheim, CA, United States of America

Odetics, Inc.

Forward Citations = 999

29 inventors:

Stephen J Bartholet (9 out of 9 patents)

Gordon R Schulz (8 out of 8 patents)

Robert R Tripp (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Timothy L Crabtree (3 out of 3 patents)

5. Robert G Fairchild (3 out of 3 patents)

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

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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