Grenoble, France

Flavien Hirigoyen

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Stmicroelectronics (Grenoble 2) Sas, STMicroelectronics, Commissariat a L'energie Atomique Et Aux Energies Alternatives. Active years: 2014-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Flavien Hirigoyen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/flavien-hirigoyen

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 79(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Grenoble, FR (2014 - 2018)
  • Sassenage, FR (2019)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2014-2019

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Flavien Hirigoyen: Innovator in Image Sensor Technology

Introduction

Flavien Hirigoyen is a prominent inventor based in Grenoble, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of image sensor technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His innovative work has advanced the capabilities of image sensors, making them more efficient and effective in various applications.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is an image sensor that includes one or more microlenses provided within a metallization layer. This invention features a semiconductor substrate with a photosensitive region, where metallization layers are stacked over the substrate. Each layer includes an etch stop layer and a dielectric layer, with at least one layer containing microlenses positioned over the photosensitive region. These microlenses are integrally formed by the etch stop layer. Another notable patent is a method of simultaneously manufacturing partially shielded pixels. This method allows for the simultaneous production of first and second pixels, each shielded on different sides, using a process that involves the deposition of insulators and metal levels defined by masks.

Career Highlights

Flavien has worked with notable companies in the technology sector, including STMicroelectronics. His experience at STMicroelectronics has provided him with a solid foundation in semiconductor technology and innovation. His work has been instrumental in developing advanced image sensor solutions that are widely used in various electronic devices.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Flavien has collaborated with talented individuals such as Emilie Huss and Julien Michelot. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking advancements in image sensor technology.

Conclusion

Flavien Hirigoyen's contributions to the field of image sensors demonstrate his innovative spirit and technical expertise. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology and improving the functionality of electronic devices. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future innovations.

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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