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Somerset, United Kingdom

Richard John Sheffield Young

This inventor holds 23 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 8 EPO patents, primarily in Semiconductor Manufacturing. Top assignees: E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company, E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company Dupont (UK) Limited, Dupont (UK) Limited. Active years: 2008-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Richard John Sheffield Young. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/richard-john-sheffield-young

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 23 

% Patents Active = 56.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 1,090(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Bath, GB (2008 - 2010)
  • Banes, GB (2012)
  • Somerset, GB (2010 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal21 out of 16,339 
 
E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2 
 
E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company Dupont (UK) Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 14 
 
Dupont (UK) Limited
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2008-2016

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Areas of Expertise:
Solar Cell
Semiconductor Device
Conductive Composition
Aluminum Paste
Passivated Emitter
Rear Contact
MWT Silicon
p-Doped Surface
Organic Medium
Thick Film Composition
Lead-Free Conductive
23 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9343194 - Process for the formation of a silver back electrode of a passivated emitter and rear contact silicon solar cell (2016-05-17),
2. 9224885 - Conductive compositions and processes for use in the manufacture of semiconductor devices—organic medium components (2015-12-29),
3. 9076919 - Process of forming an aluminum p-doped surface region of a semiconductor substrate (2015-07-07),
4. 9054242 - Process for the production of a MWT silicon solar cell (2015-06-09),
5. 8999203 - Aluminum pastes and use thereof in the production of passivated emitter and rear contact silicon solar cells (2015-04-07),
6. 8927428 - Process of forming an aluminum p-doped surface region of an n-doped semiconductor substrate (2015-01-06),
7. 8482089 - Conductive compositions and processes for use in the manufacture of semiconductor devices—organic medium components (2013-07-09),
8. 8398896 - Aluminum pastes and use thereof in the production of silicon solar cells (2013-03-19),
9. 8394297 - Method of manufacture of semiconductor device and conductive compositions used therein (2013-03-12),
10. 8313673 - Method of manufacture of semiconductor device and conductive compositions used therein (2012-11-20),
11. 8227292 - Process for the production of a MWT silicon solar cell (2012-07-24),
12. 8192651 - Aluminum thick film composition(s), electrode(s), semiconductor device(s), and methods of making thereof (2012-06-05),
13. 8158504 - Conductive compositions and processes for use in the manufacture of semiconductor devices—organic medium components (2012-04-17),
14. 8017428 - Process of forming a silicon solar cell (2011-09-13),
15. 7998371 - Conductive compositions and processes for use in the manufacture of semiconductor devices: Mg-containing additive (2011-08-16),

Title: Richard John Sheffield Young: Innovator in Solar Technology

Introduction

Richard John Sheffield Young is a notable inventor based in Somerset, Great Britain, recognized for his significant contributions to the field of solar technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 23 patents, he has been at the forefront of innovations that enhance renewable energy solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his recent work, Young has developed a groundbreaking process for the formation of a silver back electrode of a passivated emitter and rear contact (PERC) silicon solar cell. This innovative process involves the application of conductive compositions to improve the efficacy of solar cell devices. Additionally, he has contributed to the field through inventions related to conductive pastes for use in the front side of silicon semiconductor devices.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Richard John Sheffield Young has been associated with prominent companies such as E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company and its UK affiliate, DuPont (UK) Limited. His tenure at these organizations has bolstered his reputation as an influential inventor in the photovoltaic sector, allowing him to harness advanced technologies aimed at enhancing solar energy efficiency.

Collaborations

Young's innovations have not been created in isolation. He has collaborated with talented professionals such as Kenneth Warren Hang and Michael Rose, who have contributed to the development and realization of his inventive ideas. This team effort highlights the importance of collaboration in the ongoing pursuit of technological advancements.

Conclusion

Richard John Sheffield Young stands out as a pivotal figure in the solar technology landscape. His extensive patent portfolio and collaborative endeavors position him as a key player in the ongoing development of efficient renewable energy solutions. Through his innovative contributions, Young continues to influence the future of solar technology, paving the way for a more sustainable energy landscape.

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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