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Tainan, Taiwan

Chi-An Kao

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: National Cheng-Kung University, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Comp. Ltd., Foresight Technology Company, Ltd.. Active years: 2009-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Chi-An Kao. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/chi-an-kao

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 5 

% Patents Active = 60.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 44(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hsin-Chu, TW (2012)
  • Tainan, TW (2009 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal3 out of 656 
 
National Cheng-Kung University
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 42,872 
 
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Comp. Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 1 
 
Foresight Technology Company, Ltd.
 patent
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2009-2015

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8983644 - Manufacturing execution system with virtual-metrology capabilities and manufacturing system including the same (2015-03-17),
2. 8688256 - Advanced process control system and method utilizing virtual metrology with reliance index (2014-04-01),
3. 8207532 - Constant and reducible hole bottom CD in variable post-CMP thickness and after-development-inspection CD (2012-06-26),
4. 7829815 - Adjustable electrodes and coils for plasma density distribution control (2010-11-09),
5. 7603328 - Dual-phase virtual metrology method (2009-10-13),

Title: Chi-An Kao: Innovator in Manufacturing Execution Systems

Introduction

Chi-An Kao is a prominent inventor based in Tainan, Taiwan. He has made significant contributions to the field of manufacturing execution systems, holding a total of 5 patents. His work focuses on enhancing manufacturing processes through innovative technologies.

Latest Patents

Chi-An Kao's latest patents include a manufacturing execution system with virtual-metrology capabilities. This system is designed to improve manufacturing efficiency by integrating various components such as an equipment manager, a virtual metrology system, a statistical process control system, an alarm manager, and a scheduler. Another notable patent is an advanced process control system that utilizes virtual metrology with a reliance index. This invention aims to optimize controller gains in manufacturing processes by assessing the reliability of virtual measurements.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Chi-An Kao has worked with esteemed institutions such as National Cheng-Kung University and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in manufacturing technology.

Collaborations

Chi-An Kao has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Fan-Tien Cheng and Hsien-Cheng Huang. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and the successful implementation of his inventions.

Conclusion

Chi-An Kao's contributions to manufacturing execution systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence in the field. His patents reflect a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and a drive to enhance efficiency through technology.

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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