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San Jose, CA, United States of America

Lu Gao

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This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 8 EPO patents. Top assignees: Google Inc., Omnivision Technologies, Inc.. Active years: 2013-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Lu Gao. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/lu-gao-xs027sr8

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 39(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • San Jose, CA (US) (2013 - 2017)
  • Los Altos, CA (US) (2023 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 33,959 
 
Google Inc.
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 1,414 
 
Omnivision Technologies, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2013-2024

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12132989 - Stabilization assembly for image sensor (2024-10-29),
2. 12046072 - Camera synchronization and image tagging for face authentication (2024-07-23),
3. 11706517 - Vertically long apertures for computing device cameras (2023-07-18),
4. 9851619 - Low z-height camera module with aspherical shape blue glass (2017-12-26),
5. 9551857 - Wide angle lens assembly (2017-01-24),
6. 9442292 - Directional array sensing module (2016-09-13),
7. 9432642 - Imaging system and method having extended depth of field (2016-08-30),
8. 9366942 - IR-cut filter having red absorbing layer for digital camera (2016-06-14),
9. 9264696 - Apparatus and method for three-dimensional image capture with extended depth of field (2016-02-16),
10. 9106819 - Camera module with compact X-Y form factor (2015-08-11),
11. 9083885 - Fixed focus camera module with near-field image recognition (2015-07-14),
12. 8633969 - Apparatus and method for three-dimensional image capture with extended depth of field (2014-01-21),
13. 8610813 - System and method for extending depth of field in a lens system by use of color-dependent wavefront coding (2013-12-17),
14. 8582115 - Tunable and switchable multilayer optical devices (2013-11-12),
15. 8457393 - Cross-color image processing systems and methods for sharpness enhancement (2013-06-04),

Title: Innovations of Lu Gao: Pioneering Image Sensor Technology

Introduction

Lu Gao is an accomplished inventor based in San Jose, California, with a remarkable portfolio of 16 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in image sensor technology, contributing significantly to the fields of camera synchronization and facial recognition.

Latest Patents

One of Lu Gao's latest patents is a stabilization assembly for image sensors. This innovative assembly includes a housing that contains portions of two electromagnetic assemblies, allowing for relative motion between frames to enhance image stability. Another notable patent involves camera synchronization and image tagging for face authentication. This system utilizes dual infrared cameras to generate an image stream, alternating between capturing flood and dot images, while accurately tagging each image to improve facial recognition accuracy.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Lu Gao has worked with prominent companies such as Google Inc. and OmniVision Technologies, Inc. His contributions to these organizations have been instrumental in developing cutting-edge technologies that enhance image processing and recognition capabilities.

Collaborations

Lu has collaborated with talented individuals in the field, including Xi Chelsea Chen and Xiaoyu Miao, who have contributed to his innovative projects.

Conclusion

Lu Gao's contributions to image sensor technology and facial recognition systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the complexities involved in image processing, making him a significant figure in the field of technology.

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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