This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Novellus Systems Incorporated. Active years: 2005.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2005
Title: Innovations by Stephan Minard in Wafer-Handling Robotics
Introduction
Stephan Minard is an accomplished inventor based in Pleasanton, CA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of wafer processing systems, particularly through his innovative patent related to wafer-handling robots. His work has implications for improving the efficiency and accuracy of semiconductor manufacturing processes.
Latest Patents
Stephan Minard holds a patent for the "Automatic calibration of a wafer-handling robot." This invention involves a method for automatically calibrating a wafer-handling robot within a wafer processing system. The process includes determining the robot's orientation relative to the chassis of the system, identifying hand-off coordinates of a load port, and ascertaining hand-off coordinates of a load lock. Additionally, the patent describes a calibration fixture designed to facilitate the automatic calibration of the wafer-handling robot to the load port. This innovation enhances the operational efficiency of wafer-handling robots, which are critical in semiconductor manufacturing.
Career Highlights
Stephan Minard is associated with Novellus Systems Incorporated, a company known for its advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. His role at Novellus has allowed him to contribute to cutting-edge technologies in the industry. With a focus on automation and precision, his work has positioned him as a key player in the field of wafer processing.
Collaborations
Stephan has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Damon Tyrone Genetti and Wayne Tang. These collaborations have fostered an environment of innovation and have led to advancements in wafer-handling technologies.
Conclusion
Stephan Minard's contributions to the field of wafer-handling robotics exemplify the importance of innovation in semiconductor manufacturing. His patent for automatic calibration showcases his commitment to enhancing efficiency and precision in the industry. Through his work at Novellus Systems Incorporated, he continues to drive advancements that benefit the technology sector.