Francis Briand

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 10 EPO patents, primarily in Laser Welding Technology. Top assignees: L'air Liquide, Societe Anonyme a Directoire Et Conseil De Surveillance Pour L'etude Et L'exploitation Des Procedes Georges Claude, L'air Liquide,societe Anonyme Pour L'etude Et L'exploitation Des Procedes Georges Claude, La Soudure Autogene Francaise. Active years: 2000-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Francis Briand. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/francis-briand

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 16 (Patent Applications = 4)

% Patents Active = 25.0

CIPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 10 (Patent Applications = 9)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 192(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Houston, TX (US) (2016)
Paris, FR (2000 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

5 out of 295

L'air Liquide, Societe Anonyme a Directoire Et Conseil De Surveillance Pour L'etude Et L'exploitation Des Procedes Georges Claude

patents

5 out of 1,531

L'air Liquide,societe Anonyme Pour L'etude Et L'exploitation Des Procedes Georges Claude

patents

3 out of 29

La Soudure Autogene Francaise

L'air Liquide, Société Anonyme {Overscore (a)} Directoire Et Conseil De Surveillance Pour L'etude Et L'exploitation Des Procédés Georges Claude

patent

6. 1 out of 1

La Soudure Autogene Francais

patent

7. 1 out of 1

Sauvageau Commercy Soudure

patent

8. 1 out of 834,601

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2000-2018

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Areas of Expertise:

Fiber Laser Cutting

Hybrid Welding

Aluminized Steel

Gammagenic Elements

Helium Gas Mixtures

Pulsed-Arc Welding

TIG Welding Torch

Welding Masks

Infrared Viewing

Steel Workpieces

Welding Processes

Motor-Vehicle Components

16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9987709 - Method for cutting stainless steel with a fiber laser (2018-06-05),

2. 9616527 - Process for laser-arc hybrid welding aluminized metal workpieces (2017-04-11),

3. 9321132 - Hybrid arc/laser-welding method for aluminized steel parts using gammagenic elements and a gas containing less than 10% of nitrogen or oxygen (2016-04-26),

4. 8710400 - Method for cutting C—Mn steel with a fiber laser (2014-04-29),

5. 7385158 - [object Object] (2008-06-10),

6. 7288737 - Laser/MIG hybrid welding process with a high wire speed (2007-10-30),

7. 7038163 - Use of helium/nitrogen gas mixtures in up to 12 kW laser welding (2006-05-02),

8. 6831248 - Use of helium/nitrogen gas mixtures for the laser welding of stainless steel pipes (2004-12-14),

9. 6815635 - Use of helium/nitrogen gas mixtures for laser welding tailored blanks (2004-11-09),

10. 6770841 - Use of helium/nitrogen gas mixtures in up to 8kW laser welding (2004-08-03),

11. 6723956 - Pulsed-arc welding process and device (2004-04-20),

12. 6683268 - Application of a hybrid arc/laser process to the welding of pipe (2004-01-27),

13. 6603092 - Hybrid electric-arc/laser welding process, especially for the welding of pipes or motor-vehicle components (2003-08-05),

14. 6384376 - Method and device for pulsed arc welding (2002-05-07),

15. 6230327 - Protective mask for welding with viewing in the infrared and use of such a mask (2001-05-15),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Francis Briand

Introduction: Francis Briand, a visionary inventor hailing from Paris, FR, has made significant contributions to the world of technology through his groundbreaking innovations.

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Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Francis Briand has established himself as a pioneer in the field of technology. His work has been recognized globally, earning him prestigious awards and accolades.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Francis Briand has collaborated with leading tech companies, research institutions, and universities to further develop and implement his innovative ideas. His collaborative spirit has led to the successful realization of groundbreaking projects.

Conclusion: Francis Briand's relentless passion for innovation and his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology continue to inspire generations of inventors and entrepreneurs worldwide.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.