Blacksburg, VA, United States of America

Shigeo Ted Oyama

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Conocophillips Company, Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties Inc., Akzo Nobel N.v.. Active years: 1995-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shigeo Ted Oyama. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shigeo-ted-oyama

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 4 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 52(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1995-2011

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Inventor Shigeo Ted Oyama

Introduction

Shigeo Ted Oyama is a prominent inventor based in Blacksburg, Virginia, recognized for his contributions to materials science and gas separation technologies. With a total of four patents to his name, his work has garnered attention in both academic and industrial spheres.

Latest Patents

Shigeo Ted Oyama's latest innovations include:

1. **Hybrid organic-inorganic gas separation membranes**: This invention presents a composition comprising a hybrid composite organic-inorganic membrane. The patented hybrid membrane may feature an amorphous porous layer that incorporates organic functionalities. This layer is deposited on a porous alumina substrate through chemical vapor deposition (CVD) techniques. Additionally, the amorphous porous layer can take the form of a single top-layer, multiple top-layers, or a combination of both. The substrate may consist of either a single layer or multiple graded layers of alumina.

2. **Hydrogen-selective silica-based membrane**: This patent describes a hydrogen permselective membrane along with a method for its fabrication. The invention also includes an apparatus that consists of a permselective membrane, a porous substrate, and an intermediate layer, which enhances the functionality and efficiency of hydrogen separation.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Shigeo Ted Oyama has collaborated with esteemed organizations. Notably, he has been associated with ConocoPhillips and Virginia Tech Intellectual Properties, Inc., where he has significantly contributed to research and innovation.

Collaborations

In his professional journey, Shigeo has collaborated with several notable coworkers, including Doohwan Lee and Yunfeng Gu. Their collective efforts have further advanced the field of gas separation technologies and materials science.

Conclusion

Shigeo Ted Oyama is an influential figure in the realm of invention, particularly within gas separation membranes. His ongoing research and patented technologies continue to pave the way for advancements in the field, showcasing his dedication to innovation.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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