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Rank Taylor Hobson

USPTO Granted Patents = 20

Trademarks = 6

Forward Citations = 371

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20 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Ian K Buehring (4 out of 7 patents)

Anthony B Barnaby (4 out of 4 patents)

Daniel Ian Mansfield (3 out of 12 patents)

4. David H Youden (3 out of 4 patents)

5. Peter D Onyon (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Paul James Scott (1 out of 9 patents)

7. Philip R Bellwood (1 out of 1 patent)

8. John D Garratt (1 out of 1 patent)

9. Leonard E Chaloux (1 out of 2 patents)

10. Robert Blair (1 out of 1 patent)

11. Nicholas Paige (1 out of 1 patent)

12. Chung W See (1 out of 1 patent)

13. Jennifer Harding (1 out of 1 patent)

14. Ian Bell (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Keith D Froome (1 out of 4 patents)

20 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5620286 - Flycutting machine for manufacturing printed circuit boards (1997-04-15),

2. 5579108 - System and method for detecting the angle of a light beam using a mask (1996-11-26),

3. 5572798 - Metrological apparatus (1996-11-12),

4. 5517307 - Probe measurement apparatus using a curved grating displacement (1996-05-14),

5. 5488476 - Apparatus and method using optical diffraction to measure surface (1996-01-30),

6. 5422555 - Apparatus and method for establishing a reference signal with an LVDT (1995-06-06),

7. 5272818 - Device for detecting the location of a machine tool (1993-12-28),

8. 5150314 - Metrological apparatus and calibration method therefor (1992-09-22),

9. 5063291 - Optical grating with interpolator having multiplying means to produce (1991-11-05),

10. 4998957 - Device for minimizing the thermal sensitivity of a machining apparatus (1991-03-12),

11. 4940895 - Imaging apparatus (1990-07-10),

12. 4903413 - Surface profile measurement of workpieces (1990-02-27),

13. 4825557 - Metrological apparatus with protective housing and automatic actuation (1989-05-02),

14. 4823000 - Apparatus for indicating the value of a variable (1989-04-18),

15. 4807164 - Apparatus for measuring and controlling velocity (1989-02-21),

Company Overview

Rank Taylor Hobson is a prominent manufacturer specializing in precision measurement and metrology solutions. The company focuses on developing advanced technologies for surface and form measurement, catering to various industries including aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing. With a strong emphasis on innovation, Rank Taylor Hobson leverages its expertise to provide high-quality instruments that enhance product quality and performance. Headquartered in Great Britain, the organization is recognized for its commitment to precision engineering and customer satisfaction.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

20 Patents

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#890 in United Kingdom

#31,295 in the World

Rank Taylor Hobson

Forward Citations = 371

20 inventors:

Ian K Buehring (4 out of 7 patents)

Anthony B Barnaby (4 out of 4 patents)

Daniel Ian Mansfield (3 out of 12 patents)

4. David H Youden (3 out of 4 patents)

5. Peter D Onyon (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Rank Taylor Hobson. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/rank-taylor-hobson

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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