Kenneth G Goldman

Title: Kenneth G. Goldman: Semiconductor Heater and Sensor Innovations

Introduction

Kenneth G. Goldman is an inventor based in Chandler, Arizona, whose work includes semiconductor heating technology and sensor fabrication. He is associated with Motorola Corporation and is credited with 4 patents.

Latest Patents

Goldman’s patent, “Semiconductor Heater and Method for Making,” describes a semiconductor heater designed to improve thermal isolation. A sealable air gap between the heating element and its base can be maintained at atmospheric pressure or under vacuum. The heater can support applications such as adjusting the resistivity of an overlying layer, maintaining chemical-sensing material at an optimal temperature, and heating fluid in a well, including in inkjet applications.

His patent, “Method for Making a Sculptured Diaphragm,” presents a process for fabricating a sensor diaphragm. The method forms a cavity on the front side of a semiconductor material, creates a diaphragm layer, and etches a cavity on the back side. For a diaphragm with a central boss, the layer is planarized to create thick and thin portions.

Career Highlights

Goldman’s disclosed inventions address practical challenges in semiconductor devices, including thermal isolation, temperature control, and sensor diaphragm construction. These approaches connect material processing and device design to applications in chemical sensing and fluid heating.

Collaborations

Goldman’s listed coworkers include Daniel J. Koch and Kathirgamasundaram Sooriakumar. His association with Motorola Corporation places his inventive work in a corporate research and development context.

Conclusion

Kenneth G. Goldman’s patent work reflects contributions to semiconductor heaters and sensor fabrication, with designs intended to support thermal control and sensing applications.