Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1992
Title: Biography of Bernard De Jong
Introduction: Bernard De Jong is an accomplished inventor based in Utrecht, Netherlands. He is known for his significant contributions to the field of optical waveguide technology. With a focus on innovative materials, he has developed solutions that enhance the performance and durability of optical fibers.
Latest Patents: Bernard holds a patent for an "Optical waveguide fiber with titania-silica outer cladding." This invention features a fatigue-resistant TiO.sub.2 -SiO.sub.2 outer cladding, which includes a cylindrical outermost layer with a TiO.sub.2 concentration greater than 10.5 wt. % and a thickness of less than 3 μm. The design may also incorporate a two-layer outer cladding with a higher TiO.sub.2 concentration in the outer layer, along with a plurality of inhomogeneities dispersed in a TiO.sub.2 -SiO.sub.2 matrix.
Career Highlights: Bernard is currently employed at Corning Incorporated, a leading company in the field of materials science and optical technology. His work at Corning has allowed him to push the boundaries of optical fiber technology, contributing to advancements that are critical for modern communication systems.
Collaborations: Throughout his career, Bernard has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Marcella R Backer and Michael G Blankenship. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment