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Poing, Germany

Ralf Schmid

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Electron Beam Testing. Top assignees: Applied Materials, Inc., Siemens Aktiengesellschaft, Akt Electron Beam Technology Gmbh. Active years: 1987-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ralf Schmid. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ralf-schmid

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 21 

% Patents Active = 85.7

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 112(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Rosenfeld, DE (1987)
  • Munich, DE (1991 - 1994)
  • Narzissenweg, DE (2009)
  • Poin, DE (2008 - 2010)
  • Poing, DE (2002 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 14,502 
 
Applied Materials, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 30,893 
 
Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 2 
 
Akt Electron Beam Technology Gmbh
 patents
4. 1 out of 574 
 
Applied Materials Israel Limited
 patents
5. 1 out of 188 
 
Delft University of Technoloty
 patents
6. 1 out of 168 
 
Ict Integrated Circuit Testing Gesellschaft Fur Halbleiterpruftechnik Mbh
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1987-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Electron Beam
Calibration
Optoelectronic Module
TFT LCD Array
Microstructural Elements
Testing Errors
Prober
Charge Neutralization
Deflection System
Substrate Testing
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12362131 - Method for inspecting a specimen and charged particle beam device (2025-07-15),
2. 10748743 - Device and method for operating a charged particle device with multiple beamlets (2020-08-18),
3. 8222911 - Light-assisted testing of an optoelectronic module (2012-07-17),
4. 8009299 - Method for beam calibration and usage of a calibration body (2011-08-30),
5. 7973546 - In-line electron beam test system (2011-07-05),
6. 7847566 - Configurable prober for TFT LCD array test (2010-12-07),
7. 7786742 - Prober for electronic device testing on large area substrates (2010-08-31),
8. 7746088 - In-line electron beam test system (2010-06-29),
9. 7569818 - Method to reduce cross talk in a multi column e-beam test system (2009-08-04),
10. 7535238 - In-line electron beam test system (2009-05-19),
11. 7375505 - Method and apparatus for testing function of active microstructural elements and method for producing microstructural elements using the test method (2008-05-20),
12. 7355418 - Configurable prober for TFT LCD array test (2008-04-08),
13. 7319335 - Configurable prober for TFT LCD array testing (2008-01-15),
14. 7256606 - Method for testing pixels for LCD TFT displays (2007-08-14),
15. 7105833 - Deflection system for a particle beam device (2006-09-12),

Title: Inventor Ralf Schmid

Introduction: Ralf Schmid is a renowned inventor based in Poing, Germany, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various industries.

Latest Patents: Ralf Schmid holds several patents in the fields of renewable energy, automotive technology, and consumer electronics, showcasing his diverse range of innovative ideas.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Ralf Schmid has established himself as a leading figure in the world of innovation. His work has revolutionized the way we think about sustainability and technological advancement.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Ralf Schmid has collaborated with top research institutions, leading companies, and universities to further develop his inventions and bring them to the market successfully.

Conclusion: Ralf Schmid's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence have solidified his reputation as a visionary inventor, shaping the future of technology and beyond.

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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