Dublin, Ireland

Michael Dougan

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Apc, Inc.. Active years: 2006-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael Dougan. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-dougan-ecz0dpo0

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 100.0



Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 38(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2006-2009

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Michael Dougan

Introduction

Michael Dougan is an accomplished inventor based in Dublin, Ireland. He has made significant contributions to the field of dental care with his innovative designs. With a total of 2 patents, Dougan continues to push the boundaries of invention in his area of expertise.

Latest Patents

One of Dougan's latest patents is a dental floss device that features a handle with a headpiece and a disposable holder for dental floss. This device includes a base portion and a pair of spaced-apart jaws that embrace the headpiece when the holder is correctly aligned. The design incorporates an interlock mechanism that ensures the holder can only engage with the headpiece when properly aligned. This interlock consists of grooves and corresponding tongues that prevent incorrect engagement, thereby reducing the risk of user error.

Career Highlights

Dougan's career has been marked by his dedication to improving dental hygiene products. His innovative designs have not only enhanced user experience but have also contributed to better oral health practices. Working at Apc, Inc., he has been able to collaborate with other talented professionals in the field.

Collaborations

Some of Dougan's notable coworkers include Paul Sullivan and Conor Kennedy. Their combined expertise fosters a creative environment that encourages innovation and development.

Conclusion

Michael Dougan's contributions to dental care through his patented inventions demonstrate his commitment to improving everyday health products. His work continues to inspire advancements in the field of dental hygiene.

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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