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Corvallis, OR, United States of America

Charles H McConica

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Digital Imaging Technology. Top assignees: Hewlett-Packard Company, Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.p., Hewlett-Packard Corporation. Active years: 1983-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Charles H McConica. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/charles-h-mcconica

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 22

% Patents Active = 77.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 396(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Windsor, CO (US) (1988 - 1990)
  • Fort Collins, CO (US) (1983 - 1999)
  • Ft Collins, CO (US) (2000 - 2001)
  • Corvallis, OR (US) (2004 - 2011)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 9,639 
 
Hewlett-Packard Company
 patents
silverMedal7 out of 27,687 
 
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.p.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 156 
 
Hewlett-Packard Corporation
 patents
4. 1 out of 58,147 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1983-2011

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Areas of Expertise:
Ink Levels Measurement
Infrared Blockers
Drop Weight Determination
Digital Image Capture
Motion Blur Reduction
Segmented Displays
Thermal Degradation Compensation
Optical Performance
Hand-Held Scanners
Magnetic Storage
Ink Jet Printer Drive
Optical Wave Guide
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7959245 - Device and method for measuring ink levels in a container (2011-06-14),
2. 7918551 - Ink sets with infrared blockers (2011-04-05),
3. 7645015 - Determining drop weight (2010-01-12),
4. 7084910 - System and method for using multiple images in a digital image capture device (2006-08-01),
5. 6987530 - Method for reducing motion blur in a digital image (2006-01-17),
6. 6812907 - Segmented electronic display (2004-11-02),
7. 6741271 - Thumbnail address book for linked family of imaging appliances (2004-05-25),
8. 6249647 - Compensation for thermal degradation of the optical performance in a digital imaging system (2001-06-19),
9. 6148152 - Compensation for thermal degradation of the optical performance in a (2000-11-14),
10. 5973846 - Offset spectra lens system for a two spectra automatic focusing system (1999-10-26),
11. 5898171 - Imaging scanner with light source and pivoting mirror in lid (1999-04-27),
12. 5723859 - Line contact hand-held scanning device and method having a light path (1998-03-03),
13. 5710425 - Dual resolution scanner with light source and pivoting mirror in lid (1998-01-20),
14. 5586212 - Optical wave guide for hand-held scanner (1996-12-17),
15. 5552597 - Hand-held scanner having adjustable light path (1996-09-03),

Title: Innovations by Charles H. McConica

Introduction

Charles H. McConica, an accomplished inventor based in Corvallis, OR, holds a remarkable portfolio of 22 patents. His innovations primarily focus on advancements in ink technology, showcasing his expertise in developing efficient and effective solutions for ink sensing and absorption.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a device and method for measuring ink levels in a container. This innovative ink level sensing device utilizes a near-infrared illumination source that emits light directed towards a specially designed container accommodating ink containing light absorption material. The device features a protruding chamber designed to hold a portion of the ink supply, along with a sensor that detects light passing through this chamber, enabling accurate measurement of ink levels.

Another notable patent involves ink sets that incorporate infrared blockers. This invention is aimed at enhancing ink-jet printing systems, where the ink set can contain cyan, magenta, and yellow inks, each incorporating an infrared absorbing dye. The inks are designed to have overlapping infrared absorbance ranges, providing superior electronic sensing capabilities for printed images.

Career Highlights

Charles H. McConica has had a significant career, contributing to major technological advancements while working for esteemed companies such as Hewlett-Packard Company and Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. His experience in these organizations has driven the innovation of several patented technologies that are utilized in the printing industry today.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, McConica has collaborated with notable individuals, including Donald J. Stavely and David Kay Campbell. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has contributed to the success of their shared projects and inventions.

Conclusion

Charles H. McConica's contributions to the field of ink technology through his numerous patents illustrate his role as a key innovator. His work continues to influence both the practical applications of ink in printing systems and the future of innovations in this dynamic field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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