Urbana, IL, United States of America

Nicholas Barry

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: University of Illinois. Active years: 2002-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Nicholas Barry. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/nicholas-barry

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 78(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2002-2003

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Nicholas Barry

Introduction

Nicholas Barry is an accomplished inventor based in Urbana, IL. He has made significant contributions to the field of silicon nanoparticle technology, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative work. His inventions focus on utilizing elemental silicon nanoparticles for various applications, particularly in emission devices.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is for silicon nanoparticle stimulated emission devices. This invention concerns elemental silicon emission devices that utilize silicon nanoparticles as a material for producing stimulated emissions. These nanoparticles efficiently generate emissions and serve as a gain medium when excited. The silicon nanoparticles are dimensioned on the order of one nanometer, making them an effective emission source and forming the basis for numerous useful devices.

Another notable patent is for silicon nanoparticle microcrystal nonlinear optical devices. This invention involves obtaining harmonic incident radiation from a silicon nanoparticle microcrystal or microcrystal film. The preferred film consists of silicon nanoparticles, also dimensioned on the order of one nanometer, reconstituted into a device-quality crystalline film. This microcrystal film emits the second harmonic of incident radiation for excitations in the range of about 600-1000 nm. A preferred device includes a silicon nanoparticle microcrystal film formed on a substrate, such as silicon or glass. The crystals of the silicon nanoparticles demonstrate the capability to serve as piezoelectric material and as an improved biological marker.

Career Highlights

Nicholas Barry is affiliated with the University of Illinois, where he continues to advance his research and development in silicon nanoparticle technologies. His work has garnered attention for its potential applications in various fields, including electronics and biomedicine.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Munir H Nayfeh and Osman Akcakir, who have collaborated with him on various projects related to his patents.

Conclusion

Nicholas Barry's innovative work in silicon nanoparticle technology has led to significant advancements in emission devices and nonlinear optical applications. His contributions continue to influence the field and pave the way for future innovations.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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