North Falmouth, MA, United States of America

Clifford Thomas Pontbriand

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Woods Hole Oceanographic' Institution. Active years: 2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Clifford Thomas Pontbriand. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/clifford-thomas-pontbriand

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 2 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 22(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • North Falmouth, MA (US) (2016)
  • N. Falmouth, MA (US) (2016)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2016

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Clifford Thomas Pontbriand

Introduction

Clifford Thomas Pontbriand is an accomplished inventor based in North Falmouth, MA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of marine technology and optical communication systems. With a total of 2 patents, his work focuses on innovative solutions that address real-world challenges.

Latest Patents

Pontbriand's latest patents include a marine environment antifouling system and methods. This invention relates to systems and methods for reducing fouling on the surface of optically transparent elements using a light source. The system incorporates an LED that emits UV-C radiation, a mount for directing this radiation, and control circuitry to drive the LED. This technology is designed to effectively remove biofilm from surfaces.

Another notable patent is for optical communication systems and methods. This invention outlines a system and method for broadcasting an optical signal through an amorphous medium. It includes a primary emitter that produces a primary optical signal and a secondary emitter that generates a secondary emission detectable by a detector. The synchronization of these emitters results in a resultant signal of higher intensity than the primary signal alone.

Career Highlights

Pontbriand is affiliated with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, where he applies his expertise in marine science and technology. His work at this prestigious institution has allowed him to contribute to advancements in oceanographic research and technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Pontbriand has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Norman Erwin Farr and Jonathan Ware. These collaborations have further enriched his research and innovation efforts.

Conclusion

Clifford Thomas Pontbriand is a notable inventor whose work in marine technology and optical communication systems has led to significant advancements. His innovative patents reflect his commitment to addressing complex challenges in these fields.

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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