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Accord, NY, United States of America

Franz X Topolovec

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1993-1999.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Franz X Topolovec. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/franz-x-topolovec

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 6

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 59(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 166,351 
 
International Business Machines Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1993-1999

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5926311 - Illumination/viewing system for features in transparent materials (1999-07-20),
2. 5828481 - Mid-objective laser scanner (1998-10-27),
3. 5754328 - Mid-objective laser scanner (1998-05-19),
4. 5504612 - Synchronized XY laser scanner (1996-04-02),
5. 5404247 - Telecentric and achromatic f-theta scan lens system and method of use (1995-04-04),
6. 5257136 - Reverse telephoto agron objective lens (1993-10-26),

Title: Franz X Topolovec: Innovator in Transparent Material Illumination

Introduction

Franz X Topolovec is a notable inventor based in Accord, NY (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of optical technology, particularly in the illumination and viewing systems for transparent materials. With a total of 6 patents to his name, Topolovec continues to push the boundaries of innovation.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the "Illumination/viewing system for features in transparent materials." This invention provides a method and apparatus for illuminating transparent materials to identify individual features that have similar refractive indices. It achieves this without the need for a phase-contrast microscope by directing light at an angle to a reflective surface, which then transmits the light through the material to a viewing device such as a microscope. Another significant patent is the "Mid-objective laser scanner." This system is designed to correct astigmatism, bow distortion, and field curvature. It includes a tilted lens or a toric lens that produces an opposite amount of astigmatism to counteract the original distortion, along with a scanning mechanism and a concave cylindrical mirror that directs the scanned beam onto a workpiece.

Career Highlights

Franz X Topolovec is currently employed at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), where he applies his expertise in optical systems. His work has been instrumental in advancing technologies that enhance the capabilities of optical devices.

Collaborations

Topolovec has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Joshua Monroe Cobb and Uldis Artis Ziemins. Their combined efforts have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in their field.

Conclusion

Franz X Topolovec is a distinguished inventor whose work in optical technology has led to significant advancements in the illumination of transparent materials. His contributions continue 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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