Tribofilm Research, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 5

EPO Patents = 3

Forward Citations = 120

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7 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Vinay G Sakhrani (5 out of 9 patents)

Charles Tomasino (5 out of 10 patents)

Paul M Vernon, Jr (2 out of 5 patents)

4. Jackson Thornton (2 out of 2 patents)

5. Robert A Mineo (2 out of 2 patents)

6. Joel L Williams (2 out of 54 patents)

7. Charles K Chiklis (1 out of 2 patents)

8. Robert Mineo (0 patent)

5 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 9315757 - Activated gaseous species for improved lubrication (2016-04-19),

2. 9133412 - Activated gaseous species for improved lubrication (2015-09-15),

3. 7553529 - Article with lubricated surface and method (2009-06-30),

4. 7431989 - Article with lubricated surface and method (2008-10-07),

5. 7264669 - Scratch resistant gradient coating and coated articles (2007-09-04),

Company Overview

Tribofilm Research, Inc. is a leading company in the field of tribology, specializing in researching and developing advanced solutions for friction and wear reduction. With a team of dedicated experts, we help industries improve the performance and durability of their products through innovative tribofilm technologies. Our focus on continuous innovation and quality has made us a trusted partner for businesses worldwide in optimizing their mechanical systems.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

5 Patents

#109 in Raleigh, NC

#1,125 in North Carolina

#51,669 in US

Raleigh, NC, United States of America

Tribofilm Research, Inc.

Forward Citations = 120

7 inventors:

Vinay G Sakhrani (5 out of 9 patents)

Charles Tomasino (5 out of 10 patents)

Paul M Vernon, Jr (2 out of 5 patents)

4. Jackson Thornton (2 out of 2 patents)

5. Robert A Mineo (2 out of 2 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Tribofilm Research, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/tribofilm-research

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]

3 patents (EPO):

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]