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Escondido, CA, United States of America

Kevin L Glassett

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Hewlett-Packard Company. Active years: 1987-2000.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kevin L Glassett. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kevin-l-glassett

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 140(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • San Diego, CA (US) (1987)
  • Escondido, CA (US) (1994 - 2000)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 9,639 
 
Hewlett-Packard Company
 patents

Years Active: 1987-2000

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6059406 - Heater blower system in a color ink-jet printer (2000-05-09),
2. 5614929 - Manual pen selection for clearing nozzles without removal from pen (1997-03-25),
3. 5589866 - Air evacuation system for ink-jet printer (1996-12-31),
4. 5585826 - Service station for simultaneous capping/wiping of multiple inkjet (1996-12-17),
5. 5563636 - On-line/off-line primer for ink jet cartridge (1996-10-08),
6. 5446487 - Air evacuation system for ink-jet printer (1995-08-29),
7. 5428384 - Heater blower system in a color ink-jet printer (1995-06-27),
8. 5420619 - On-line/off-line primer for ink jet cartridge (1995-05-30),
9. 5296873 - Airflow system for thermal ink-jet printer (1994-03-22),
10. 4716420 - Pen turret rotation for plotters (1987-12-29),

Title: Kevin L. Glassett: Innovator in Ink-Jet Printing Technology

Introduction

Kevin L. Glassett is a notable inventor based in Escondido, California. He has made significant contributions to the field of ink-jet printing technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His innovative designs have improved the efficiency and functionality of printing systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a heater blower system in a color ink-jet printer. This invention features a heating blower system that evaporates ink carriers from the print medium after ink-jet printing. The design includes a preheat drive roller that engages the medium and draws it to a print zone, where it is heated before printing. Additionally, a crossflow fan directs airflow at the print zone to enhance the evaporation process. Another significant patent is a manual pen selection system for clearing nozzles without removing the printhead cartridge. This apparatus allows for the priming of printhead cartridges without the need for a motorized vacuum pump, streamlining the maintenance process.

Career Highlights

Kevin L. Glassett has spent a considerable part of his career at Hewlett-Packard Company, where he has developed numerous innovations in printing technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of ink-jet printers, making them more efficient and user-friendly.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Glassett has collaborated with talented individuals such as Todd L. Russell and Brent W. Richtsmeier. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking advancements in the printing industry.

Conclusion

Kevin L. Glassett's contributions to ink-jet printing technology have made a lasting impact on the industry. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to shape the future of printing solutions.

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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