Eric Chih-Fang Liu

This inventor holds 33 USPTO granted patents and 25 published patent applications, primarily in Semiconductor Manufacturing. Top assignee: Tokyo Electron Limited. Active years: 2018-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Eric Chih-Fang Liu. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/eric-chih-fang-liu

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 33 (Patent Applications = 25)

% Patents Active = 84.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 8(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Guilderland, NY (US) (2018 - 2021)
Albany, NY (US) (2019 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

33 out of 10,933

Tokyo Electron Limited

patents

Years Active: 2018-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Patterning

Semiconductor

Etching Processes

Defect Reduction

Substrate Processing

Multi-Patterning

Lithography

Atomic Layer Deposition

Chemical Mechanical Polishing

FinFET

Dielectric Layer

EUV Inverse Patterning

33 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12777899 - Selective deposition of passivating layer during spacer etching (2026-10-27),

2. 12727414 - Method for processing a substrate (2026-09-01),

3. 12721114 - Method for processing a substrate (2026-08-25),

4. 12696734 - Patterning a semiconductor substrate (2026-07-28),

5. 12653003 - Method of profile control for semiconductor manufacturing (2026-06-09),

6. 12638773 - Method of preventing pattern collapse (2026-05-26),

7. 12604710 - Method and apparatus for in-situ dry development (2026-04-14),

8. 12588262 - Sacrificial gate capping layer for gate protection during source/drain contact opening (2026-03-24),

9. 12568677 - Method of self-aligned dielectric wall formation for forksheet application (2026-03-03),

10. 12564027 - Top-down self-alignment of vias in a semiconductor device for sub-22NM pitch metals (2026-02-24),

11. 12506005 - Methods and structures for increasing stability of soft or organic features (2025-12-23),

12. 12482702 - Wet etch process and methods to form air gaps between metal interconnects (2025-11-25),

13. 12451354 - Double patterning method of patterning a substrate (2025-10-21),

14. 12451353 - Double hardmasks for self-aligned multi-patterning processes (2025-10-21),

15. 12341009 - Variable hardness amorphous carbon mask (2025-06-24),

Title: The Inventor Profile of Eric Chih-Fang Liu

Introduction: Eric Chih-Fang Liu is a renowned inventor based in Albany, NY, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Eric Chih-Fang Liu holds several patents in the areas of artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and sustainable technologies, showcasing his commitment to creating a more efficient and eco-friendly future.

Career Highlights: With a background in engineering and a passion for problem-solving, Eric Chih-Fang Liu has led numerous successful projects that have revolutionized industries and improved the quality of life for many.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Eric Chih-Fang Liu has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and tech companies to bring his inventions to life and make a positive impact on society.

Conclusion: Eric Chih-Fang Liu's dedication to innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and shape the future of 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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