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Don Alan Gilliland

This inventor holds 84 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, primarily in Electromagnetic Interference (CPC class H05K1-11). Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1998-2018.

USPTO Granted Patents = 84 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 22.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 356(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 340(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Voya Rista Markovich

Location History:

Rochester, MI (US) (2009)
Rochester, MN (US) (1998 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

84 out of 166,325

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

Years Active: 1998-2018

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Areas of Expertise:

Electromagnetic Shield

Heat Sink

EMI Suppression

Impedance Matching

Signal Integrity

Noise Reduction

Crosstalk Management

Electrostatic Discharge

Thermal Management

PCB Design

Ferrite Beads

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84 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9920849 - Resilient deformable air valve (2018-03-20),

2. 9417266 - Implementing handheld transfer impedance probe (2016-08-16),

3. 9409264 - Interleaved heat sink and fan assembly (2016-08-09),

4. 9204580 - Movable shielded cable egress (2015-12-01),

5. 9204531 - Implementing feed-through and domain isolation using ferrite and containment barriers (2015-12-01),

6. 9089074 - Heat sink structure with radio frequency absorption (2015-07-21),

7. 9089047 - Grounded belt and movable drawer apparatus (2015-07-21),

8. 9089043 - Device for attenuating propagation and reception of electromagnetic interference for a PCB-chassis structure (2015-07-21),

9. 9060417 - Device for attenuating propagation of electromagnetic emissions from an enclosure (2015-06-16),

10. 8988897 - Electromagnetic interference mode stirrer (2015-03-24),

11. 8950948 - Light pipe with electromagnetic interference shielding (2015-02-10),

12. 8910706 - Heat sink apparatus with extendable pin fins (2014-12-16),

13. 8804374 - Electromagnetic interference shield (2014-08-12),

14. 8674237 - Implementing press-lock EMC gasket with absorber (2014-03-18),

15. 8634195 - Heatsink with substance embedded to suppress electromagnetic interference (2014-01-21),

Title: Inventor Don Alan Gilliland - Revolutionizing Technology in Rochester, MN

Introduction: Don Alan Gilliland is a visionary inventor based in Rochester, MN, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology.

Latest Patents: Don Alan Gilliland holds several patents in the areas of artificial intelligence, robotics, and renewable energy technologies, showcasing his innovative spirit and forward-thinking approach.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Don Alan Gilliland has worked with leading tech companies to develop cutting-edge solutions that have revolutionized industries and improved the quality of life for many.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Don Alan Gilliland has collaborated with top researchers, engineers, and scientists to bring his ideas to life, leading to successful partnerships and groundbreaking innovations.

Conclusion: Don Alan Gilliland's passion for innovation and his relentless drive to push the boundaries of technology make him a true pioneer in the field of inventions, with a lasting impact on the world of tomorrow.

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