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Daly City, CA, United States of America

Micah B Yairi

This inventor holds 56 USPTO granted patents and 44 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Tactile Interfaces (CPC class G06F). Top assignees: Tactus Technology, Inc., Tactus Technologies. Active years: 2012-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Micah B Yairi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/micah-b-yairi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 56 

% Patents Active = 1.8

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 920(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 505(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Palo Alto, CA (US) (2012 - 2015)
  • Daly City, CA (US) (2013 - 2016)
  • San Carlos, CA (US) (2016)
  • Daily City, CA (US) (2015 - 2017)
  • Fremont, CA (US) (2014 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal54 out of 62 
 
Tactus Technology, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2 
 
Tactus Technologies
 patents

Years Active: 2012-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Tactile Feedback
User Interface
Dynamic Interface
Optical Distortion
Elastomer Layer
Pen-on-Paper Emulation
Interface Enhancement
Actuation Methods
Computing Device
Optical Dispersion
Perceived Distortion
User Interaction
56 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10895922 - Film and stylus system for emulating pen-on-paper tactile feedback (2021-01-19),
2. 10592018 - Elastomer tie layer and methods (2020-03-17),
3. 9720501 - Dynamic tactile interface (2017-08-01),
4. 9626059 - User interface system (2017-04-18),
5. 9619030 - User interface system and method (2017-04-11),
6. 9612659 - User interface system (2017-04-04),
7. 9588684 - Tactile interface for a computing device (2017-03-07),
8. 9588683 - Dynamic tactile interface (2017-03-07),
9. 9557915 - Dynamic tactile interface (2017-01-31),
10. 9557813 - Method for reducing perceived optical distortion (2017-01-31),
11. 9552065 - Dynamic tactile interface (2017-01-24),
12. 9524025 - User interface system and method (2016-12-20),
13. 9495055 - User interface and methods (2016-11-15),
14. 9477308 - User interface system (2016-10-25),
15. 9448630 - Method for actuating a tactile interface layer (2016-09-20),

Title: Micah B Yairi: Innovator in Tactile Feedback Technologies

Introduction

Micah B Yairi, based in Daly City, CA, is an accomplished inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 56 patents. His work primarily focuses on innovations in tactile feedback technologies, enhancing user interactions with touch-sensitive devices.

Latest Patents

Among his notable recent inventions is the "Film and stylus system for emulating pen-on-paper tactile feedback." This innovative feedback-enhancing film comprises an elastic layer made from a transparent and elastic polymer. Additionally, it features an interface layer that provides optical transparency, impact resistance, UV resistance, and a smooth touch experience. The design of this system allows for mutual deformation between the interface layer and the elastic layer to minimize lateral movement of a stylus tip during usage, thus simulating a pen-on-paper feel. Another significant patent is the "Elastomer tie layer and methods," which details a tactile interface consisting of a flexible substrate and a tactile layer, both engineered to respond to applied forces for optimal performance in tactile feedback applications.

Career Highlights

Micah B Yairi has made significant contributions to the field of haptic technologies through his employment at Tactus Technology, Inc. and Tactus Technologies. His innovative approaches have positioned him as a leading figure in developing products that foster more intuitive user experiences with technological devices.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Micah has collaborated with fellow innovators such as Craig M Ciesla and Nathaniel Mark Saal. These collaborations have fostered advancements in tactile and interactive technologies, showcasing the importance of teamwork in the field of innovation.

Conclusion

Micah B Yairi's inventive spirit and dedication to refining tactile feedback systems are evident through his extensive patent collection and impactful career. As technology continues to evolve, his contributions will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in shaping how users interact with digital interfaces.

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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