Douglas W Anthon

This inventor holds 27 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Fiber Laser Technology. Top assignees: Amoco Corporation, Coherent, Inc., Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.. Active years: 1989-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Douglas W Anthon. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/douglas-w-anthon

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 27 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 77.8

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 2

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 547(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Wheaton, IL (US) (1989 - 2002)
El Cerrito, CA (US) (2005 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.

patents

4. 2 out of 2

Atx Telecom Systems, Inc.

Years Active: 1989-2015

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Areas of Expertise:

Fiber-Coupled Laser

High-Power CW Fiber-Laser

Diode-Laser Array

Tunable Optical Filter

Phase Control

Micro-Optic Coupler

Noise Reduction Technique

Soliton Source

Optical Isolator

Solid State Laser

Frequency Conversion

Coherent Optical Radiation

27 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9128259 - Fiber-coupled laser with adjustable beam-parameter-product (2015-09-08),

2. 9083140 - High-power CW fiber-laser (2015-07-14),

3. 9014220 - High-power CW fiber-laser (2015-04-21),

4. 7697207 - High power and high brightness diode-laser array for material processing applications (2010-04-13),

5. 7515346 - High power and high brightness diode-laser array for material processing applications (2009-04-07),

6. 7221452 - Tunable optical filter, optical apparatus for use therewith and method utilizing same (2007-05-22),

7. 6912235 - Apparatus and method for phase control of tunable external cavity lasers (2005-06-28),

8. 6477301 - Micro-optic coupler incorporating a tapered fiber (2002-11-05),

9. 6411762 - Optical fiber with irregularities at cladding boundary (2002-06-25),

10. 6278816 - Noise reduction technique for cladding pumped optical amplifiers (2001-08-21),

11. 6195369 - High stability soliton source (2001-02-27),

12. 6125222 - Fiber grating feedback stabilization of broad area laser diode (2000-09-26),

13. 6088153 - Multi-functional optical isolator (2000-07-11),

14. 5651022 - Multi-element monolithic solid state laser (1997-07-22),

15. 5644589 - Solid state laser optimized for multimode operation (1997-07-01),

Title: Douglas W. Anthon: Innovator in Laser Technology

Introduction

Douglas W. Anthon is an accomplished inventor based in Wheaton, IL, with a remarkable portfolio of 27 patents to his name. His contributions primarily focus on advancements in laser technology, particularly in enhancing performance and efficiency in various applications.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Anthon developed a "Fiber-coupled laser with adjustable beam-parameter-product." This laser apparatus includes a collimated beam that is focused into a transport fiber, allowing for adjustable effective numerical aperture through a variably inclined parallel plate. Additionally, in another patent titled "High-power CW fiber-laser," he introduced a design featuring a gain fiber combined with reflector proximity-coupling, enhancing the efficiency of laser radiation delivery while separating pump radiation through a dichroic mirror.

Career Highlights

Anthon's career includes significant tenures at prominent companies, including Amoco Corporation and Coherent, Inc. His work in these organizations has not only contributed to the field of laser technology but has also paved the way for further innovations that impact industries relying on optical applications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Douglas W. Anthon has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including John H. Clark and Sergei V. Govorkov. These collaborations have fostered an environment of creativity and innovation, leading to the development of cutting-edge technologies in laser systems.

Conclusion

Douglas W. Anthon's extensive patent portfolio and his contributions to laser technology exemplify his role as a leading innovator in the field. His work not only advances technology but also inspires future generations of inventors and researchers to explore new horizons in laser applications.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.