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Antwerp, Belgium

Luc A Van Steen

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Agfa Gevaert Nv, Agfa-Gevaert. Active years: 1993-2006.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Luc A Van Steen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/luc-a-van-steen

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 28(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Antwerp, BE (1993 - 1995)
  • Antwerpen, BE (1997)
  • Malderen-Londerzeel, BE (2000)
  • Malderen, BE (2006)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 1,313 
 
Agfa Gevaert Nv
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 666 
 
Agfa-Gevaert
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2006

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7040929 - Surfactants for use in substantially light-insensitive thermographic recording materials (2006-05-09),
2. 6156416 - Transfer foil for use in electrostatographic printing (2000-12-05),
3. 5674804 - Dye donor element for use in thermal dye transfer printing (1997-10-07),
4. 5474970 - Dye-donor element for use in a thermal dye transfer process (1995-12-12),
5. 5436217 - Thermal dye diffusion transfer method and dye donor element for use (1995-07-25),
6. 5376149 - Dye-receiving element for thermal dye sublimation (1994-12-27),
7. 5234888 - Dye-donor element for use according to thermal dye sublimation transfer (1993-08-10),

Title: Luc A Van Steen: Innovator in Thermographic Recording Materials

Introduction

Luc A Van Steen is a notable inventor based in Antwerp, Belgium. He has made significant contributions to the field of thermographic recording materials, holding a total of 7 patents. His work has advanced the technology used in various printing applications.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, one includes "Surfactants for use in substantially light-insensitive thermographic recording materials." This invention describes a thermographic recording material that contains a thermosensitive element and specific compounds that enhance its performance. Another notable patent is for a "Transfer foil for use in electrostatographic printing." This invention details a transfer foil with a unique structure that improves the adhesion and performance of the image receiving layer.

Career Highlights

Luc A Van Steen has worked with prominent companies such as Agfa Gevaert NV and Agfa-Gevaert. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in the field of printing technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Luc has collaborated with talented individuals, including Geert H Defieuw and Emiel A Verdonck. These partnerships have contributed to the successful development of his inventions.

Conclusion

Luc A Van Steen is a distinguished inventor whose work in thermographic recording materials has made a lasting impact on the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing technology in printing applications.

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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