Steven Charles Read

This inventor holds 27 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications, plus 12 CIPO patents and 20 EPO patents, primarily in Image Projection Technology. Top assignees: Imax Corporation, Imax Theatres International Limited, Imax Emea Limited. Active years: 2003-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Steven Charles Read. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/steven-charles-read

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 27 (Patent Applications = 9)

% Patents Active = 92.6

CIPO Patents = 12 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 20 (Patent Applications = 19)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 249(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Mississauga, CA (US) (2015)
Mississauga, CA (2003 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Imax Theatres International Limited

Years Active: 2003-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Light Emitting Display

Stereo Image Projection

High Resolution Images

Hybrid Image Decomposition

Digital Projection Equipment

Cinema Theatre Conversion

Spatially Modifying Polarization

Composite Images

Ghosting Reduction

Data Processing

Color Dependent Aperture

DMD-Based Systems

27 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12658163 - Light emitting display with tiles and data processing (2026-06-16),

2. 12348911 - Light conditioning of direct view display for cinema (2025-07-01),

3. 12047553 - Stereo image projection with high intra-frame contrast (2024-07-23),

4. 11889234 - Light conditioning of direct view display for cinema (2024-01-30),

5. 11682369 - Light emitting display with tiles and data processing (2023-06-20),

6. 11376518 - Cinema light emitting screen and sound system (2022-07-05),

7. 10807016 - Cinema light emitting screen and sound system (2020-10-20),

8. 9961316 - Hybrid image decomposition and projection (2018-05-01),

9. 9720314 - Dual projection in short screen distance (2017-08-01),

10. 9405180 - Color dependent aperture stop (2016-08-02),

11. 9384535 - Methods and systems for reducing or eliminating perceived ghosting in displayed stereoscopic images (2016-07-05),

12. 9305384 - Hybrid image decomposition and projection (2016-04-05),

13. 9165536 - Systems and methods for projecting composite images (2015-10-20),

14. 9106811 - Generalized normalization for image display (2015-08-11),

15. 9091860 - Spatially modifying polarization state of light (2015-07-28),

Title: Innovator Spotlight: Steven Charles Read - Pioneering Light-based Display Technologies.

Introduction: Meet Steven Charles Read, a prolific inventor based in Mississauga, CA, who has made significant contributions to the field of display technologies with his groundbreaking patents.

Latest Patents: Among his 24 patents, Steven's recent innovations include 'Light conditioning of direct view display for cinema' and 'Light emitting display with tiles and data processing'. The former focuses on enhancing the viewing experience in cinemas by reducing visual artifacts, while the latter revolutionizes the installation process of light emitting displays for optimal image quality.

Career Highlights: Steven has had the privilege of working with renowned companies such as IMAX Corporation and IMAX Theatres International Limited, where his expertise in display technologies flourished.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Steven has collaborated closely with industry experts like Brian John Bonnick and George Eric Jacques, further cementing his reputation as a visionary in the field.

Conclusion: In conclusion, Steven Charles Read's inventive spirit and dedication to pushing the boundaries of display technologies have positioned him as a trailblazer in the industry. His patents continue to shape the future of cinema viewing experiences and light-based displays, leaving a lasting impact on the world of innovation.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.