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Dallas, TX, United States of America

Michael A Kinch

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents, primarily in HgCdTe Infrared Detectors. Top assignees: Texas Instruments Corporation, Drs Sensors & Targeting Systems, Inc., Drs Network & Imaging Systems, LLC. Active years: 1980-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael A Kinch. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-a-kinch

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 94.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 176(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Dallas, TX (US) (1980 - 2015)
  • Melbourne, FL (US) (2017)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 29,922 
 
Texas Instruments Corporation
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 18 
 
Drs Sensors & Targeting Systems, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 69 
 
Drs Network & Imaging Systems, LLC
 patents
4. 1 out of 26 
 
Drs Rsta, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1980-2017

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Areas of Expertise:
HgCdTe
Infrared Detectors
Avalanche Photodiode
Thin Film Transistor
Charge Transfer Device
Semiconductor Devices
Two-Color Operation
Doping Techniques
Imaging Systems
Focal Plane Devices
Narrow Band-Gap
Absorption Detection
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9673347 - Minority carrier based HgCdTe infrared detectors and arrays (2017-06-06),
2. 9112098 - Minority carrier based HgCdTe infrared detectors and arrays (2015-08-18),
3. 8686471 - Minority carrier based HgCdTe infrared detectors and arrays (2014-04-01),
4. 7612340 - Method of operating an avalanche photodiode for reducing gain normalized dark current (2009-11-03),
5. 7608830 - Separate absorption and detection diode for two-color operation (2009-10-27),
6. 7504672 - Separate absorption and detection diode (2009-03-17),
7. 7459730 - Separate absorption and detection diode for VLWIR (2008-12-02),
8. 5534719 - HGCDTE thin film transistor (1996-07-09),
9. 5403760 - Method of making a HgCdTe thin film transistor (1995-04-04),
10. 5144138 - Infrared detector and method (1992-09-01),
11. 5043293 - Dual oxide channel stop for semiconductor devices (1991-08-27),
12. 4630090 - Mercury cadmium telluride infrared focal plane devices having step (1986-12-16),
13. 4507160 - Impurity reduction technique for mercury cadmium telluride (1985-03-26),
14. 4501625 - Method of producing homogeneously doped HgCdTe which contains a fast (1985-02-26),
15. 4377904 - Method of fabricating a narrow band-gap semiconductor CCD imaging device (1983-03-29),

Title: Michael A Kinch: Innovator in Infrared Detection Technology

Introduction

Michael A Kinch is a prominent inventor based in Dallas, TX, known for his significant contributions to the field of infrared detection technology. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Kinch has made remarkable advancements that enhance the performance and cost-effectiveness of infrared detectors.

Latest Patents

One of Kinch's latest patents is focused on minority carrier based mercury-cadmium telluride (HgCdTe) infrared detectors and arrays. This invention discloses methods for constructing detectors that can operate at higher temperatures and be manufactured on less expensive semiconductor substrates, thereby reducing production costs. The exemplary embodiment includes a substrate, a bottom contact layer, and two mercury-cadmium telluride layers with varying bandgap energy values, each doped with an n-type dopant. This innovative design allows for improved functionality and efficiency in infrared detection.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Michael A Kinch has worked with notable companies such as Texas Instruments Corporation and DRS Sensors & Targeting Systems, Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing advanced technologies in the field of infrared detection.

Collaborations

Kinch has collaborated with several professionals in his field, including Richard A Chapman and Jeffrey Don Beck. These partnerships have likely fostered innovation and the exchange of ideas, further enhancing the impact of his work.

Conclusion

Michael A Kinch stands out as a key figure in the development of infrared detection technologies. His innovative patents and career achievements reflect his dedication to advancing this critical field.

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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