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Berthoud, CO, United States of America

Rick Owen Jones

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications. Top assignee: Lexmark International, Inc.. Active years: 1998-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Rick Owen Jones. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/rick-owen-jones

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11 

% Patents Active = 90.9

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.2

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 25(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 3,045 
 
Lexmark International, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 1998-2020

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10606181 - Toner compositions including silica blends and method to make the same (2020-03-31),
2. 10133203 - Toner formulation having a silane surface treated on its outer surface and method of preparing the same (2018-11-20),
3. 10133202 - Toner formulation having a silane surface treated on its outer surface and method of preparing the same (2018-11-20),
4. 9910377 - Toner formulation having a silane surface treated on its outer surface and method of preparing the same (2018-03-06),
5. 9910376 - Toner formulation having a silane surface treated on its outer surface and method of preparing the same (2018-03-06),
6. 9612545 - Chemically prepared core shell toner formulation including a styrene acrylate polyester copolymer used for the shell (2017-04-04),
7. 9535353 - Formulation for a developer mix having tribocharge uniformity across different temperature and humidity conditions (2017-01-03),
8. 9523932 - Method to achieve tribocharge uniformity of a developer mix across different temperature and humidity conditions by modifying the surface of the magnetic carrier particle (2016-12-20),
9. 8257894 - Toner having improved charge characteristics (2012-09-04),
10. 7510812 - Toner formulations containing extra particulate additives (2009-03-31),
11. 5798199 - Dry xerographic toner and developer (1998-08-25),

Title: Innovations by Rick Owen Jones

Introduction

Rick Owen Jones is an accomplished inventor based in Berthoud, Colorado. He has made significant contributions to the field of toner compositions, holding a total of 11 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the performance and quality of toner used in printing applications.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents involves toner compositions that include silica blends and methods for their production. This invention features toner particles mixed with a specific set of extra particulate additives, including large colloidal silica sized between 90 nm to 120 nm, which have a conductivity of less than 20 µs/cm. The formulation also allows for the inclusion of medium-sized silica particles and optional additives such as alumina and titania. The resulting toner demonstrates superior printing performance.

Another notable patent by Jones is for a toner formulation that has a silane surface treatment on its outer surface. This chemically prepared toner composition includes a core made of a polymer binder, a colorant, and a release agent, surrounded by a shell formed from a second polymer binder. A borax coupling agent is used between the core and the shell, along with alkoxysilane hydrocarbons bonded to the outer surface of the shell. This innovative treatment enhances charge stability in hot and humid environments, significantly improving toner quality by reducing dusting and fuming.

Career Highlights

Rick Owen Jones is currently employed at Lexmark International, Inc., where he continues to develop advanced toner technologies. His expertise in the field has led to numerous innovations that have positively impacted the printing industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Jones has collaborated with talented individuals such as Ligia Aura Bejat and Cory Nathan Hammond. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Rick Owen Jones is a prominent inventor whose work in toner compositions has led to significant advancements in printing technology. His innovative patents and collaborations highlight his commitment to improving product performance and quality.

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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