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Vancouver, WA, United States of America

Mark S Hickman

This inventor holds 50 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Inkjet Printing Technology (CPC class 347 ). Top assignees: Hewlett-Packard Company, Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.p., E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company. Active years: 1989-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Mark S Hickman. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/mark-s-hickman

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 50

% Patents Active = 94.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 17

Forward Citations = 1,062(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,031(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Escondido, CA (US) (1989 - 1996)
  • Vancouver, CA (US) (1999)
  • Vancouver, WA (US) (1994 - 2006)
  • Bend, OR (US) (2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal42 out of 9,639 
 
Hewlett-Packard Company
 patents
silverMedal7 out of 27,679 
 
Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.p.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 16,339 
 
E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company
 patents

Years Active: 1989-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Inkjet Printing
Printhead Calibration
Color Management
Ink Drop Placement
Fluid Supply
Reactive Inks
Masking Techniques
Multi-Chamber Systems
Microstepping
Narrow Margin Printing
Data Rate Optimization
Print Media Detection
50 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10423109 - System and method for managing subscription and trade based printer supplies (2019-09-24),
2. 7108344 - Printmode for narrow margin printing (2006-09-19),
3. 7014295 - System and method for producing efficient ink drop overlap filled with a pseudo hexagonal grid pattern (2006-03-21),
4. 6862109 - Fast building of masks for use in incremental printing (2005-03-01),
5. 6659589 - System and method for producing efficient ink drop overlap filled with a pseudo hexagonal grid pattern (2003-12-09),
6. 6655770 - Apparatus and method for printing with showerhead groups (2003-12-02),
7. 6648440 - System and method for using lower data rates for printheads with closely spaced nozzles (2003-11-18),
8. 6542258 - Fast building of masks for use in incremental printing (2003-04-01),
9. 6457806 - Ink-jet print pass microstepping (2002-10-01),
10. 6336701 - Ink-jet print pass microstepping (2002-01-08),
11. 6309062 - Multi-chamber fluid supply (2001-10-30),
12. 6309041 - Odd number of passes, odd number of advances, and separated-diagonal-line masking, in liquid-ink printers (2001-10-30),
13. 6299287 - Printhead arrangement to eliminate bi-directional hue shifting (2001-10-09),
14. 6257693 - Automatic optimization of hardcopy output (2001-07-10),
15. 6244688 - Pen stagger in color inkjet hard copy apparatus (2001-06-12),

Certainly! Here's the article about inventor Mark S. Hickman:

Title: Innovator Spotlight - Mark S. Hickman: Pioneering Printing Technology

Introduction:

Mark S. Hickman, a distinguished inventor based in Vancouver, WA, has made significant contributions to the field of printing technology. With an impressive portfolio of 50 patents to his name, Hickman is known for his groundbreaking work in revolutionizing printing processes.

Latest Patents:

1. System and method for managing subscription and trade-based printer supplies: Hickman's innovative approach addresses the efficient management of printer supplies by introducing the concept of unrestricted trade supply and restricted subscription supply.

2. Printmode for narrow margin printing: Hickman's patented printmode for inkjet printers enhances precision by defining a print disable zone, ensuring accurate fluid deposition on print media.

Career Highlights:

Having worked at renowned companies like Hewlett-Packard Company and Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P., Hickman has honed his expertise in the printing industry. His experience at these esteemed organizations has played a pivotal role in shaping his innovative mindset and propelling his career forward.

Collaborations:

Throughout his career, Hickman has collaborated with industry experts such as Ronald Albert Askeland and Nicholas Nicoloff, Jr. Their collective efforts have led to the development of cutting-edge technologies that have redefined the printing landscape.

Conclusion:

Mark S. Hickman's relentless pursuit of innovation and his unparalleled contributions to printing technology underscore his status as a visionary inventor. His patented solutions continue to set new benchmarks in the industry, reflecting his commitment to excellence and advancement.

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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