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Zurich, Switzerland

Folkert Horst

USPTO Granted Patents = 30 


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 175(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kilchberg, CH (2002 - 2004)
  • Zürich, CH (2010)
  • Zurich, CH (2004 - 2011)
  • Rueschlikon, CH (2014 - 2017)
  • Wettingen, CH (2014 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal30 out of 164,108 
 
International Business Machines Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2002-2025

where 'Filed Patents' based on already Granted Patents

30 patents (USPTO):
1. 12430397 - Convolutions with optical finite impulse response filters (2025-09-30),
2. 12364172 - Electrical memristive devices based on bilayer arrangements of HfOand WO (2025-07-15),
3. 11402577 - Analog optic memory and signal processing (2022-08-02),
4. 10534204 - Structured photorefractive layer stack (2020-01-14),
5. 10447006 - Electro-optical device with asymmetric, vertical current injection ohmic contacts (2019-10-15),
6. 10197971 - Integrated optical circuit for holographic information processing (2019-02-05),
7. 9941664 - Hybrid III-V on silicon laser device with transverse mode filter (2018-04-10),
8. 9742150 - Optical amplifier devices and silicon photonic circuit devices comprising such optical amplifier devices (2017-08-22),
9. 9658414 - Arrangement of photonic chip and optical adaptor for coupling optical signals (2017-05-23),
10. 9329348 - Arrangement of photonic chip and optical adaptor for coupling optical signals (2016-05-03),
11. 9274293 - Arrangement of photonic chip and optical adaptor for coupling optical signals (2016-03-01),
12. 9122028 - High-precision passive alignment of optical components with optical waveguides using a common adapter (2015-09-01),
13. 9122027 - High-precision passive alignment of optical components with optical waveguides using a common adapter (2015-09-01),
14. 8875311 - Scanning probe microscopy cantilever comprising an electromagnetic sensor (2014-10-28),
15. 8873912 - Optical waveguide with embedded light-reflecting feature and method for fabricating the same (2014-10-28),

Title: Innovations and Contributions of Folkert Horst in Optical Systems

Introduction: Folkert Horst, an accomplished inventor based in Zurich, Switzerland, has made significant strides in the field of optical systems. With an impressive portfolio comprising 28 patents, Horst's work is characterized by his innovative approaches to analog optic memory and signal processing.

Latest Patents: Among the notable inventions by Folkert Horst are two recent patents: the first focuses on a method, system, and computer program product for utilizing photorefractive material for analog optic storage and other applications in optical neuromorphic systems. This method involves coupling electromagnetic radiation through a series of optical inputs within an integrated optical device designed to enhance the processing of optical signals. The second patent highlights a structured photorefractive layer stack that enables a photorefractive response, allowing the modulation of refractive indices in response to illuminated optical patterns.

Career Highlights: Folkert Horst's career has been significantly influenced by his role at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where he contributes to the ongoing evolution of optical technologies. His expertise is not only reflected through his patents but also by his commitment to advancing the understanding and application of photorefractive materials in modern optical systems.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Folkert Horst has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Bert Jan Offrein and Roger F. Dangel. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that has propelled innovations within their domain, allowing for richer and more diverse ideas to emerge in the realm of optical technology.

Conclusion: Folkert Horst is a prime example of how dedication to innovation can lead to groundbreaking advancements in technology. His contributions to optical systems, particularly through his patent portfolio at IBM, underscore the importance of sustained research and collaboration in driving the future of optical memory and processing technologies.

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