West Chester, PA, United States of America

Mark Allan Cox

This inventor holds 70 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications, plus 8 CIPO patents and 24 EPO patents, primarily in Information Carrying Cards. Top assignees: X-Card Holdings, LLC, Refocus Group Inc., Refocus Ocular, Inc.. Active years: 2011-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 70 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 88.6

CIPO Patents = 8 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 24 (Patent Applications = 19)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 1,306(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 976(Dec 10, 2025)

Location History:

Dallas, TX (US) (2011 - 2022)
West Chester, PA (US) (2013 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Years Active: 2011-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Information Carrying Card

Core Layer

Cross-Linked Polymer

Metal Card

Electronic Credential

Signal Activation

Self-Centered Inlay

Radiation Curing

Scleral Prosthesis

Multiple Interface Card

70 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12577386 - Information carrying card comprising a cross-linked polymer composition, and method of making the same (2026-03-17),

2. 12558883 - Methods of making a core layer for an information carrying card, and resulting products (2026-02-24),

3. 12528279 - Core layer for information carrying card, resulting information carrying card, and methods of making the same (2026-01-20),

4. 12518119 - Metal card (2026-01-06),

5. 12340266 - Self-centered inlay and core layer for information carrying card, process and resulting products (2025-06-24),

6. 12315672 - Multiple interface electronic card (2025-05-27),

7. 12260695 - Electronic credential signal activation systems and methods (2025-03-25),

8. 12220897 - Core layer for information carrying card, resulting information carrying card, and methods of making the same (2025-02-11),

9. 12204966 - Metal card (2025-01-21),

10. 11934179 - Card having metallic core layer and systems and methods for card manufacturing (2024-03-19),

11. 11884051 - Methods of making a core layer for an information carrying card, and resulting products (2024-01-30),

12. 11853824 - Metal card (2023-12-26),

13. 11783997 - Multiple interface electronic card (2023-10-10),

14. 11734979 - Electronic credential signal activation systems and methods (2023-08-22),

15. 11650570 - Card having metallic core layer and systems and methods for card manufacturing (2023-05-16),

Title: Mark Allan Cox: Innovator in Card Technology

Introduction

Mark Allan Cox, based in West Chester, PA, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 42 patents. His contributions to card technology have made significant impacts in various industries, particularly in the manufacturing and design of information carrying cards.

Latest Patents

Among Mr. Cox's latest innovations is a patent for a card having a metallic core layer, which introduces advanced systems and methods for card manufacturing. This manufacturing system incorporates a locating device and a separation device to optimize the production process. The system can receive a laminate sheet containing multiple cards, utilizing two imaging modalities. The first modality determines the location of the cards while the second identifies graphics formed on the sheet. By accurately determining the relationship between the cards and the graphics, the system efficiently removes the cards from the sheet. Additionally, he has developed methods for creating a core layer for information carrying cards, which includes thermoplastic components and crosslinked polymer compositions, resulting in highly functional products.

Career Highlights

Mark Allan Cox has made significant contributions while working with notable companies such as X-Card Holdings, LLC and Idemia America Corp. His expertise in card technology has enabled him to lead innovative projects and drive advancements in product development.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Mr. Cox has collaborated with industry professionals, including John Kenneth Bona, to bring forth new ideas and refine existing technologies. These collaborations have fostered innovative solutions in the field of card manufacturing and design.

Conclusion

Mark Allan Cox exemplifies the spirit of innovation through his patents and contributions to card technology. His work continues to influence the industry, paving the way for new developments that enhance the functionality and production of information carrying cards.