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Milpitas, CA, United States of America

Ron Rulkens

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Photovoltaic Technology. Top assignees: Novellus Systems Incorporated, Lam Research Corporation, Apollo Precision Fujian Limited. Active years: 2004-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ron Rulkens. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ron-rulkens

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 21 

% Patents Active = 71.4

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.4

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 1,218(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 993 
 
Novellus Systems Incorporated
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 3,945 
 
Lam Research Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 13 
 
Apollo Precision Fujian Limited
 patents
4. 2 out of 33 
 
Beijing Apollo Ding Rong Solar Technology Co., Ltd.
 patents
5. 1 out of 3,219 
 
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Photovoltaic Cells
CIGS Absorber Layer
Electroless Plating
Rapid Vapor Deposition
Silica Nanolaminates
Plating Solution Analysis
High Efficiency
Thin Films
Dynamic Deposition
Metal-Free Catalysts
Film Thickness Measurement
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10211351 - Photovoltaic cell with high efficiency CIGS absorber layer with low minority carrier lifetime and method of making thereof (2019-02-19),
2. 10043921 - Photovoltaic cell with high efficiency cigs absorber layer with low minority carrier lifetime and method of making thereof (2018-08-07),
3. 9255323 - Sputtering target including a feature to reduce chalcogen build up and arcing on a backing tube (2016-02-09),
4. 9169548 - Photovoltaic cell with copper poor CIGS absorber layer and method of making thereof (2015-10-27),
5. 9128493 - Method and apparatus for plating solution analysis and control (2015-09-08),
6. 8622017 - Electroless plating system (2014-01-07),
7. 7972652 - Electroless plating system (2011-07-05),
8. 7913644 - Electroless deposition system (2011-03-29),
9. 7790633 - Sequential deposition/anneal film densification method (2010-09-07),
10. 7491653 - Metal-free catalysts for pulsed deposition layer process for conformal silica laminates (2009-02-17),
11. 7297608 - Method for controlling properties of conformal silica nanolaminates formed by rapid vapor deposition (2007-11-20),
12. 7294583 - [object Object] (2007-11-13),
13. 7271112 - Methods for forming high density, conformal, silica nanolaminate films via pulsed deposition layer in structures of confined geometry (2007-09-18),
14. 7223707 - Dynamic rapid vapor deposition process for conformal silica laminates (2007-05-29),
15. 7202185 - Silica thin films produced by rapid surface catalyzed vapor deposition (RVD) using a nucleation layer (2007-04-10),

**Title: The Innovative Contributions of Ron Rulkens in Photovoltaic Technology**

Introduction

Ron Rulkens, based in Milpitas, CA, has made significant strides in the field of photovoltaic technology, with an impressive portfolio of 21 patents. His work primarily focuses on enhancing the efficiency of solar cells, making substantial contributions to renewable energy solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his recent innovations, Rulkens has developed a photovoltaic cell featuring a high-efficiency CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium Selenide) absorber layer with a notably low minority carrier lifetime. This solar cell consists of multiple CIGS absorber sublayers, achieving a conversion efficiency of at least 13.4 percent, while maintaining a minority carrier lifetime below 2 nanoseconds. The innovation lies in the different compositions of these sublayers, which optimize performance and efficiency.

Career Highlights

Rulkens' career has seen him affiliated with notable companies such as Novellus Systems Incorporated and Lam Research Corporation. His experiences at these organizations have played a crucial role in advancing his expertise and enabling him to drive innovation in photovoltaic technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Rulkens has worked alongside esteemed colleagues, including George D Papasouliotis and Dennis Michael Hausmann. These collaborations have fostered an environment of creativity and technical advancement, further enhancing the development of cutting-edge solar technologies.

Conclusion

Ron Rulkens stands as a prominent figure in the realm of photovoltaic innovation. His patents and collaborative efforts underscore his commitment to improving solar energy solutions. As the demand for efficient renewable energy sources continues to grow, Rulkens’ contributions will undoubtedly pave the way for future advancements in this essential field.

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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