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Brussels, Belgium

Staar S.a.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 88

% Expired Patents = 1.1

Forward Citations = 1,427

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21 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Stephane M d'Alayer De Costemore d'Arc (39 out of 42 patents)

Etienne A Schatteman (15 out of 16 patents)

Theophiel Clement Staar (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Louis P Agostini (7 out of 7 patents)

5. Marcel J Staar (5 out of 19 patents)

6. Philippe V Denis (5 out of 5 patents)

7. Stephane A d'Alayer De Costemore d'Arc (4 out of 4 patents)

8. David J Lockey (3 out of 3 patents)

9. Stéphane Marie André d'Alayer De Costemore d'Arc (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Veosamouth Sisopha (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Stephane M d'Alayer (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Michel C Mortier (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Stephane d'Alayer De Costemor d'Arc (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Jean-Claude Dombret (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Christiaan G Van Damme (1 out of 1 patent)

Core Competencies:

Disc Player

Cartridge Housing

Loading Mechanism

Transfer Device

Audio/Visual Cartridge

Magnetic Tape

Cleaning Device

Automatic Mechanism

Memory Circuits

Video Cassette

Sound Reproduction

Drive Motor

88 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7150027 - Transfer device for information carriers (2006-12-12),

2. 6377538 - Cartridge housing for recording discs (2002-04-23),

3. 6155509 - Mechanism for adjusting a spacing of tape reel drive members for (2000-12-05),

4. 6126036 - Apparatus for dispensing articles (2000-10-03),

5. 6115207 - Cassette storage with carrier having gripping and transfer apparatus (2000-09-05),

6. 6065694 - Flow limiter (2000-05-23),

7. 5956310 - Disc storage and transfer apparatus (1999-09-21),

8. 5828537 - Devices for accessing information in the memory circuits of magnetic (1998-10-27),

9. 5788174 - Centering mechanism for multi-cassette loading/unloading system (1998-08-04),

10. 5675451 - Multi-type cassette loading mechanism operable to sense cassette type (1997-10-07),

11. 5581431 - Playback/recording units with single power source selectively powering (1996-12-03),

12. 5530761 - Automatic process of adjustment of the volume of sound reproduction (1996-06-25),

13. 5480313 - Automatic disconnect mechanism for electrical terminal fittings (1996-01-02),

14. 5465246 - Device insuring safe insertion of cartridges into loading apparatus of (1995-11-07),

15. 5429516 - Electrical plug-socket adaptor with disconnect mechanism (1995-07-04),

Company Overview

Staar S.a., based in Brussels, Belgium, specializes in disc recording technology, focusing on the development and manufacturing of advanced audio and visual playback systems. The company is known for its innovative solutions in disc players, cartridge housings, and loading mechanisms, enhancing user experience in media consumption. Additionally, Staar S.a. explores technologies related to magnetic tape, cleaning devices, and automatic mechanisms, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of multimedia technology.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

88 Patents

#22 in Brussels

#59 in Belgium

#8,695 in the World

Brussels, Belgium

Staar S.a.

Forward Citations = 1,427

21 inventors:

Stephane M d'Alayer De Costemore d'Arc (39 out of 42 patents)

Etienne A Schatteman (15 out of 16 patents)

Theophiel Clement Staar (9 out of 9 patents)

4. Louis P Agostini (7 out of 7 patents)

5. Marcel J Staar (5 out of 19 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Staar S.a.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/staar-s-a

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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