This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Lucent Technologies Inc.. Active years: 1998-2003.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998-2003
Title: Innovations of Pierre Wiltzius
Introduction
Pierre Wiltzius is a notable inventor based in Millington, NJ (US). He holds a total of 4 patents that showcase his contributions to the field of waveguide technology and electrochemical processes. His work has significant implications for communication systems and materials science.
Latest Patents
One of his latest patents is titled "Waveguide incorporating tunable scattering material." This invention presents a unique waveguide structure that contains individual scattering elements capable of being tuned to provide local refractive index variations on a micron scale. The waveguide consists of a core region, a cladding region, and a solid or liquid material with tunable scattering elements dispersed within. Useful scattering elements include liquid crystals dispersed in a polymer or electrophoretic particles in a liquid medium.
Another significant patent is the "Electrochemical process for fabricating article exhibiting substantial three-dimensional order and resultant article." This invention involves creating a structure, such as a photonic band gap material, that exhibits substantial periodicity on a micron scale. The fabrication process includes providing a template with a colloidal crystal, placing it in an electrolytic solution, and electrochemically forming a lattice material on the colloidal crystal.
Career Highlights
Pierre Wiltzius has made remarkable strides in his career, particularly through his work at Lucent Technologies Inc. His innovative approaches have led to advancements in waveguide technology and materials fabrication, contributing to the broader field of photonics.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Wiltzius has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including John A. Rogers and Michael Louis Steigerwald. These collaborations have fostered a rich exchange of ideas and have further propelled advancements in their respective fields.
Conclusion
Pierre Wiltzius is a distinguished inventor whose work in waveguide technology and electrochemical processes has made a significant impact. His patents reflect a commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of materials science.