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South Bend, IN, United States of America

Wells Electronics, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 19

Forward Citations = 292

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12 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Richard L Marks (5 out of 13 patents)

silverMedal Clyde T Carter (5 out of 13 patents)

bronzeMedal Donald W Milbrand, Jr (4 out of 5 patents)

4.  Bruce B Myers (3 out of 5 patents)

5.  Donald E Ralstin (3 out of 4 patents)

6.  Wendell L Griffin (3 out of 3 patents)

7.  Leonard K Espenshade (2 out of 21 patents)

8.  Mark J Zitto (2 out of 3 patents)

9.  Craig Joseph Reske (1 out of 2 patents)

10.  Thomas E Marone (1 out of 1 patent)

11.  Mechelle L Radde (1 out of 1 patent)

12.  Raymond B Larson (1 out of 1 patent)


19 patents:

1. 5584717 - Slide lock carrier (1996-12-17),
2. 5409392 - Burn-in socket (1995-04-25),
3. 5387120 - Latching IC connector (1995-02-07),
4. 5290192 - Chip carrier socket (1994-03-01),
5. 5240429 - Chip carrier socket (1993-08-31),
6. 5228866 - Socket for integrated circuit carrier (1993-07-20),
7. 5205756 - Chip carrier socket (1993-04-27),
8. 5120238 - Latching IC connector (1992-06-09),
9. 5114358 - Chip carrier socket (1992-05-19),
10. 5074798 - Modular socket for an integrated circuit (1991-12-24),
11. 4836798 - Zero insertion socket with normally closed contacts (1989-06-06),
12. 4789345 - Socket device for fine pitch lead and leadless integrated circuit package (1988-12-06),
13. 4678255 - Chip connector (1987-07-07),
14. 4669796 - RAM connector (1987-06-02),
15. 4461525 - Integrated circuit test socket (1984-07-24),
Company Overview
Wells Electronics, Inc. is a prominent player in the electronics manufacturing sector, specializing in the design and production of advanced electronic components and systems. The company focuses on delivering high-quality solutions for various industries, including telecommunications, automotive, and consumer electronics. With a commitment to innovation, Wells Electronics leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance product performance and reliability, serving clients primarily in the North American market from its headquarters in South Bend, Indiana.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

19 Patents

#5 in South Bend, IN

#253 in Indiana

#17,150 in US

#32,693 in the World

South Bend, IN (US)
South Bend, IN, United States of America

Wells Electronics, Inc.

Forward Citations = 292

12 inventors:

goldMedal Richard L Marks (5 out of 13 patents)

silverMedal Clyde T Carter (5 out of 13 patents)

bronzeMedal Donald W Milbrand, Jr (4 out of 5 patents)

4.  Bruce B Myers (3 out of 5 patents)

5.  Donald E Ralstin (3 out of 4 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Wells Electronics, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/wells-electronics

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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