This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Analog Devices,inc.. Active years: 2004-2009.
Location History:
- Belfast, IE (2004 - 2006)
- Belfast, GB (2005 - 2009)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2004-2009
Title: Colin Stephen Gormley: Innovator in Semiconductor Technology
Introduction
Colin Stephen Gormley is a prominent inventor based in Belfast, Ireland. He has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, holding a total of 9 patents. His innovative work focuses on methods for etching and forming structures within semiconductor substrates.
Latest Patents
Gormley's latest patents include a method for etching a tapered bore in a silicon substrate. This invention involves a semiconductor wafer that comprises a silicon-on-insulator (SOI) structure, where micro-mirrors are formed in the device layer. The access bores extend through the handle layer and oxide layer to accommodate optical fibers, ensuring precise alignment with the micro-mirrors. The tapered lead-in portions of the access bores are formed using a dry isotropic etch, followed by an anisotropic etch using the Bosch process to achieve accurate dimensions.
Another notable patent is a method for forming a filled trench in a semiconductor layer of a semiconductor substrate. This method addresses the issue of voids in the trench by relieving the trench adjacent to its open mouth. By displacing the commencement of bridging with the filling material, Gormley’s technique effectively prevents the formation of voids, enhancing the reliability of semiconductor devices.
Career Highlights
Colin Gormley is currently employed at Analog Devices, Inc., where he continues to innovate in the semiconductor field. His work has been instrumental in advancing technologies that are critical to modern electronics.
Collaborations
Gormley has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Stephen Alan Brown and Scott Carlton Blackstone. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various semiconductor technologies.
Conclusion
Colin Stephen Gormley is a distinguished inventor whose work in semiconductor technology has led to multiple patents and significant advancements in the field. His innovative methods for etching and forming semiconductor structures continue to impact the industry positively.