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Tucson, AZ, United States of America

David R Wickholm

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignees: Hughes Aircraft Company, Itt Manufacturing Enterprises, Inc.. Active years: 1988-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: David R Wickholm. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/david-r-wickholm

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 68(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tucson, AZ (US) (1988 - 1995)
  • Fort Wayne, IN (US) (1994 - 2009)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 4,197 
 
Hughes Aircraft Company
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 1,449 
 
Itt Manufacturing Enterprises, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1988-2009

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7633624 - Self compensating cube corner interferometer (2009-12-15),
2. 7502117 - Interferometer with ghost suppression (2009-03-10),
3. 5381264 - Multiple field of view sensor lens assembly (1995-01-10),
4. 5368254 - Optical imaging system including generally conical, transparent (1994-11-29),
5. 5282087 - Multiple field of view sensor lens assembly (1994-01-25),
6. 5191470 - Monocular optical inspection system with long eye relief and enhanced (1993-03-02),
7. 4988175 - Optical magnifying system (1991-01-29),
8. 4824228 - Stereomicroscopic inspection system with low eyestrain features (1989-04-25),
9. 4792214 - Optical magnifying system: 10 x loupe (1988-12-20),
10. 4768866 - Optical magnifying system: 4.times. loupe (1988-09-06),

Title: David R. Wickholm: Innovator in Interferometry

Introduction

David R. Wickholm is a notable inventor based in Tucson, AZ (US), recognized for his contributions to the field of interferometry. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Wickholm has made significant advancements in optical technology.

Latest Patents

Wickholm's latest patents include the "Self Compensating Cube Corner Interferometer" and the "Interferometer with Ghost Suppression." The self compensating cube corner interferometer features a Michelson design with transversely arranged arms that define optical axes. This innovative design incorporates a beamsplitter configured as an optical wedge, allowing for self-compensation of chromatic aberration and anamorphism. The interferometer with ghost suppression includes a beamsplitter and a compensator, where at least one surface has a non-zero power, enhancing the performance of the optical system.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Wickholm has worked with prominent companies such as Hughes Aircraft Company and Itt Manufacturing Enterprises, Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in optical technologies and interferometry.

Collaborations

Wickholm has collaborated with notable individuals in the field, including Donald J. Strittmatter and Robert S. Haek. These collaborations have further enriched his work and innovations in optical systems.

Conclusion

David R. Wickholm stands out as a significant figure in the realm of interferometry, with a strong portfolio of patents and a career marked by impactful collaborations. His work continues to influence advancements in optical 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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