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Albuquerque, NM, United States of America

Mansoor Sheik-Bahae

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications. Top assignees: The University of New Mexico, University of California, Other. Active years: 2000-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Mansoor Sheik-Bahae. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/mansoor-sheik-bahae

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 12 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 38(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 943 
 
The University of New Mexico
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 16,025 
 
University of California
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2000-2026

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12712335 - LOW QUANTUM-DEFECT INTRA-CAVITY-PUMPED SEMICONDUCTOR DISK LASERS (2026-08-18),
2. 12500386 - Methods for spectrally-selective laser circulation for cryogenic optical refrigeration (2025-12-16),
3. 12158569 - Asymmetric confocal laser beam circulator (2024-12-03),
4. 11949211 - Broadband active mirror architecture for high power optically pumped semiconductor disk lasers (2024-04-02),
5. 11088506 - CTE-matched textured heatlinks for optical refrigeration (2021-08-10),
6. 9574801 - Solid state optical refrigeration using stark manifold resonances in crystals (2017-02-21),
7. 9362712 - No-vibration cryogenic cooling of reference cavities for high-precision metrology using optical refrigeration (2016-06-07),
8. 8720219 - All solid state optical cryocooler using intracavity optically pumped semiconductor lasers and a method of making the same (2014-05-13),
9. 8330956 - Optical coupled-cavity photo-acoustic spectroscopy (2012-12-11),
10. 7627017 - Laser amplifier and method of making the same (2009-12-01),
11. 6378321 - Semiconductor-based optical refrigerator (2002-04-30),
12. 6108085 - Interferometric auto-correlator using third-order nonlinearity (2000-08-22),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Mansoor Sheik-Bahae

Introduction

Mansoor Sheik-Bahae is a prominent inventor based in Albuquerque, NM (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of laser technology, holding a total of 12 patents. His work has advanced the understanding and application of laser systems in various industries.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is the Asymmetric Confocal Laser Beam Circulator. This invention includes a first mirror and a second mirror that are symmetric with respect to an axis therebetween. The circulator also features a sample that is substantially planar, oriented at an angle with respect to a plane that is perpendicular to the axis. The laser beam circulates multiple times from the second mirror to the sample and back, allowing the sample to absorb a portion of the laser beam during each circulation.

Another notable patent is the Broadband Active Mirror Architecture for High Power Optically Pumped Semiconductor Disk Lasers. This invention involves a vertical-external-cavity surface-emitting laser (VECSEL) and a method for forming it. The VECSEL includes a heat sink and a heat spreader formed on its top surface, which comprises materials with different refractive indices. This innovative design enhances the performance of semiconductor disk lasers.

Career Highlights

Mansoor Sheik-Bahae has worked with several esteemed organizations, including Stc.unm and the University of California. His experience in these institutions has allowed him to collaborate with leading experts in the field and contribute to groundbreaking research.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable individuals such as Richard I Epstein and Alexander Robert Albrecht. These partnerships have further enriched his work and expanded the impact of his inventions.

Conclusion

Mansoor Sheik-Bahae's innovative contributions to laser technology have established him as a key figure in the field. His patents reflect a deep understanding of complex systems and a commitment to advancing technology. His work continues to influence the development of laser applications across various sectors.

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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