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Fremont, CA, United States of America

Ga-Lane Chen

This inventor holds 275 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Touch Panel Technology (CPC class 428900). Top assignees: Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd., Seagate Technology Incorporated, Tsinghua University. Active years: 1990-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ga-Lane Chen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ga-lane-chen

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 275

% Patents Active = 31.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 22

Forward Citations = 1,904(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,859(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Tu-Chen, TW (2004 - 2006)
  • Gremont, CA (US) (2006)
  • Fremond, CA (US) (2007)
  • Guangdong, CN (2007 - 2009)
  • Tu-Cheng, TW (2009)
  • Fullerton, CA (US) (2007 - 2010)
  • Shenzhen, CN (2010)
  • Fremont, CA (US) (1990 - 2011)
  • Beijing, CN (2012 - 2013)
  • Santa Clara, CA (US) (2008 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal225 out of 19,792 
 
Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal44 out of 8,750 
 
Seagate Technology Incorporated
 patents
bronzeMedal16 out of 3,152 
 
Tsinghua University
 patents
4. 3 out of 54 
 
Hmt Technology Corporation
 patents
5. 1 out of 95 
 
Conner Peripherals, Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 115 
 
Komag Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1990-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Touch Panel
Liquid Crystal Display
Battery Production
Motion Detector
Camera Module
Sensor Assembly
Defogging Device
Game Drum
Vehicle Safety System
Light Therapy Device
Infrared-Cut Filter
Solar Energy
275 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12555827 - Automatic solid-state battery production equipment (2026-02-17),
2. 9328409 - Coated article, method for making the same and electronic device using the same (2016-05-03),
3. 9164262 - Infrared-cut filter with sapphire substrate and lens module including the infrared-cut filter (2015-10-20),
4. 8911672 - Electronic censer (2014-12-16),
5. 8803973 - Stereo image capturing device (2014-08-12),
6. 8512266 - Orthopedic adjustment device (2013-08-20),
7. 8502786 - Touch panel (2013-08-06),
8. 8490486 - Motion detector for electronic devices (2013-07-23),
9. 8454670 - Light therapy device (2013-06-04),
10. 8430798 - Compressible toy having micro electrical mechanical system pressure sensing module (2013-04-30),
11. 8411052 - Touch panel, liquid crystal display screen using the same, and methods for making the touch panel and the liquid crystal display screen (2013-04-02),
12. 8411051 - Liquid crystal display screen (2013-04-02),
13. 8390580 - Touch panel, liquid crystal display screen using the same, and methods for making the touch panel and the liquid crystal display screen (2013-03-05),
14. 8378262 - Defogging device with carbon nanotube film (2013-02-19),
15. 8325265 - Camera module having extended depth of focus mode and autofocus mode and method of operating the same (2012-12-04),

Title: Ga-Lane Chen: Pioneering Innovator with 268 Patents

Introduction:

Meet Ga-Lane Chen, an exceptional innovator based in Fremont, CA (US), who has left an indelible mark in the world of patents and inventions. With an impressive portfolio of 268 patents, Chen has made significant contributions to various industries, particularly in the fields of coated articles, electronic devices, and infrared-cut filters.

Latest Patents:

Among his noteworthy inventions is a coated article that encompasses a glass substrate and a film comprising AlO, CrO, and ZrO. This novel creation provides enhanced protection and functionality to the article's surface. Furthermore, Chen has developed an infrared-cut filter with a sapphire substrate, incorporating an infrared filtering film. This lens module featuring the IR-cut filter effectively filters out infrared light, thereby enhancing image quality.

Career Highlights:

Ga-Lane Chen has been associated with prestigious companies throughout his career, including Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd. and Honhai Precision Industries Co., Ltd. These organizations are technological powerhouses known for their exceptional contributions to the innovation landscape. Within these companies, Chen has proven himself as an invaluable asset, collaborating on numerous groundbreaking projects.

Collaborations:

During his career, Chen has had the opportunity to work alongside esteemed colleagues like Charles Chengyea Leu and Tai-Cherng Yu. These collaborations have further propelled his inventive journey and reinforced his expertise in various domains. Bringing together diverse perspectives and skill sets, these alliances have resulted in groundbreaking inventions, shaping the future of technology.

Conclusion:

Ga-Lane Chen's remarkable portfolio of 268 patents showcases his ceaseless dedication to innovation in the realms of coated articles, electronic devices, and infrared-cut filters. With a consistent drive to push boundaries and improve existing technologies, Chen has left his mark on numerous industries. His collaborations with industry-leading organizations and like-minded colleagues have also played a pivotal role in his success. Ga-Lane Chen's exceptional contributions continue to inspire and shape the world of innovation.

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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