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Pittsford, NY, United States of America

Dean L Smith

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, primarily in Heat Sink Technology. Top assignee: Eastman-Kodak Company. Active years: 1995-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Dean L Smith. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/dean-l-smith

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 18 

% Patents Active = 94.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 280(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Pittsford, NY (US) (1995 - 2005)
  • Tomball, TX (US) (2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 21,604 
 
Eastman-Kodak Company
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1995-2015

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Areas of Expertise:
Heat Sink
Vacuum Imaging Drum
Charged Particles
Surface Features
Extruded Design
Thermal Management
Image Processing
Manufacturing Method
High Fin Density
Bonded Cast
Pin-Finned
Media Handling
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. D733235 - Baseball bat weight (2015-06-30),
2. 6902630 - Method for cleaning charged particles from an object (2005-06-07),
3. 6543078 - Apparatus and method for cleaning object having generally irregular surface features (2003-04-08),
4. 6490746 - Apparatus and method for cleaning objects having generally irregular, undulating surface features (2002-12-10),
5. 6226024 - Vacuum imaging drum with vacuum holes for maintaining a boundary in an image processing apparatus (2001-05-01),
6. 6138352 - Method of manufacturing an extruded, tiered high fin density heat sink (2000-10-31),
7. 6050332 - Extruded, tiered high fin density heat sinks and method of manufacture (2000-04-18),
8. 6043836 - Vacuum drum with countersunk holes (2000-03-28),
9. 6014162 - Vacuum imaging drum with media contours (2000-01-11),
10. 6009938 - Extruded, tiered high fin density heat sinks and method of manufacture (2000-01-04),
11. 6002419 - Vacuum imaging drum with an optimized surface (1999-12-14),
12. 5995367 - Heat exchanger having an extruded, tiered heat sink (1999-11-30),
13. 5988266 - Bonded cast, pin-finned heat sink and method of manufacture (1999-11-23),
14. 5937517 - Method of manufacturing bonded dual extruded, high fin density heat sinks (1999-08-17),
15. 5936646 - Image processing equipment with thermally efficient heat dissipating (1999-08-10),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Dean L. Smith

Introduction

Dean L. Smith is a notable inventor based in Pittsford, NY (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of technology, holding a total of 18 patents. His work primarily focuses on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of various devices.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a design for a baseball bat weight, which aims to improve the performance of players. Additionally, he has developed a method for cleaning charged particles from objects. This invention includes an apparatus and method for cleaning items with irregular surface features, such as reloadable photographic cameras. The design features a partial enclosure with opposing side walls and a top wall. An air ionizing element, composed of an ion emitter and an air knife, is arranged within the enclosure. This element electrostatically neutralizes the object using ions entrained in a curtain-like stream of air directed onto the surface.

Career Highlights

Dean L. Smith is associated with Eastman Kodak Company, where he has contributed to various innovative projects. His work has been instrumental in advancing the technology used in imaging and photography.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Dean has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Roger Stanley Kerr and Edmund J. Sobresky. Their combined expertise has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Dean L. Smith's innovative spirit and dedication to invention have made a lasting impact in his field. His contributions continue to influence technology and improve the functionality of various devices.

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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