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Santa Barbara, CA, United States of America

Stephen C Minne

This inventor holds 36 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Atomic Force Microscopy. Top assignees: Leland Stanford Junior University, Veeco Instruments Inc., Bruker Nano Gmbh. Active years: 1997-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Stephen C Minne. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/stephen-c-minne

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 36 

% Patents Active = 75.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 17

Forward Citations = 921(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Danville, IL (US) (1997 - 2007)
  • Goleta, CA (US) (2016 - 2018)
  • Santa Barbara, CA (US) (2005 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 5,519 
 
Leland Stanford Junior University
 patents
silverMedal9 out of 312 
 
Veeco Instruments Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal7 out of 169 
 
Bruker Nano Gmbh
 patents
4. 4 out of 4 
 
Nanodevices, Inc.
 patents
5. 2 out of 2,095 
 
Michelin Recherche Et Technique S.a.
 patents
6. 1 out of 109 
 
Wyatt Technology Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1997-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Atomic Force Microscopy
Nano-Identification
Electrical Property Measurement
Probe-Based Instruments
Microcantilever
Surface Probing
Scanning Probe Microscope
Photothermal Spectroscopy
Transistor Fabrication
Dynamic Activation
Cantilever Devices
Lithography Methods
36 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11965900 - Indicating a status of an analytical instrument on a screen of the analytical instrument (2024-04-23),
2. 9933453 - Chemical nano-identification of a sample using normalized near-field spectroscopy (2018-04-03),
3. 9869694 - Method and apparatus of electrical property measurement using an AFM operating in peak force tapping mode (2018-01-16),
4. 9846178 - Chemical nano-identification of a sample using normalized near-field spectroscopy (2017-12-19),
5. 9448252 - Chemical nano-identification of a sample using normalized near-field spectroscopy (2016-09-20),
6. 9213047 - Method and apparatus of electrical property measurement using an AFM operating in peak force tapping mode (2015-12-15),
7. 9052336 - Method and apparatus of physical property measurement using a probe-based nano-localized light source (2015-06-09),
8. 8881311 - Method and apparatus of physical property measurement using a probe-based nano-localized light source (2014-11-04),
9. 7691661 - Method of fabricating a surface probing device (2010-04-06),
10. 7204131 - Dynamic activation for an atomic force microscope and method of use thereof (2007-04-17),
11. 7036357 - Dynamic activation for an atomic force microscope and method of use thereof (2006-05-02),
12. 7017398 - Active probe for an atomic force microscope and method for use thereof (2006-03-28),
13. 6951143 - Three-axis sensor assembly for use in an elastomeric material (2005-10-04),
14. 6941823 - Apparatus and method to compensate for stress in a microcantilever (2005-09-13),
15. 6912893 - Apparatus and method for improving tuning of a probe-based instrument (2005-07-05),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Stephen C. Minne

Introduction:

Stephen C. Minne, a visionary inventor based in Santa Barbara, CA, has made significant contributions to the field of technology with his groundbreaking innovations.

Latest Patents:

Stephen C. Minne holds several patents in the areas of artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and medical devices, showcasing his diverse range of expertise and creativity.

Career Highlights:

With a career spanning over two decades, Stephen C. Minne has worked tirelessly to bring his ideas to life, revolutionizing industries and improving the lives of many through his inventions.

Collaborations:

Throughout his career, Stephen C. Minne has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and tech companies to further develop and commercialize his inventions, solidifying his reputation as a respected innovator in the field.

Conclusion:

Stephen C. Minne's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence have established him as a prominent figure in the world of technology, inspiring future generations of inventors to push the boundaries of what is possible.

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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