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Yokkaichi, Japan

Takaaki Iwai

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 136(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nagoya, JP (2021)
  • Yokkaichi, JP (2019 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 4,519 
 
Sandisk Technologies Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2019-2024

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12127406 - Three-dimensional memory device containing self-aligned isolation strips and methods for forming the same (2024-10-22),
2. 12058854 - Three-dimensional memory device with isolated source strips and method of making the same (2024-08-06),
3. 11515317 - Three-dimensional memory device including through-memory-level via structures and methods of making the same (2022-11-29),
4. 11398488 - Three-dimensional memory device including through-memory-level via structures and methods of making the same (2022-07-26),
5. 11114459 - Three-dimensional memory device containing width-modulated connection strips and methods of forming the same (2021-09-07),
6. 10985176 - Three-dimensional memory device containing eye-shaped contact via structures located in laterally-undulating trenches and method of making the same (2021-04-20),
7. 10950627 - Three-dimensional memory device including split memory cells and methods of forming the same (2021-03-16),
8. 10943917 - Three-dimensional memory device with drain-select-level isolation structures and method of making the same (2021-03-09),
9. 10879262 - Three-dimensional memory device containing eye-shaped contact via structures located in laterally-undulating trenches and method of making the same (2020-12-29),
10. 10615172 - Three-dimensional memory device having double-width staircase regions and methods of manufacturing the same (2020-04-07),
11. 10403639 - Three-dimensional memory device having on-pitch drain select gate electrodes and method of making the same (2019-09-03),
12. 10347654 - Three-dimensional memory device employing discrete backside openings and methods of making the same (2019-07-09),
13. 10290650 - Self-aligned tubular electrode portions inside memory openings for drain select gate electrodes in a three-dimensional memory device (2019-05-14),

Title: The Innovations of Takaaki Iwai: A Leader in Three-Dimensional Memory Technology

Introduction: Takaaki Iwai, based in Yokkaichi, Japan, is a distinguished inventor known for his significant contributions to semiconductor technology. With a remarkable portfolio featuring 13 patents, Iwai's work has greatly influenced the field of three-dimensional memory devices.

Latest Patents: Iwai's latest patents showcase groundbreaking advancements in memory device architecture. His patent for a "Three-dimensional memory device containing self-aligned isolation strips and methods for forming the same" introduces a semiconductor structure that includes an alternating stack of insulating layers and composite layers. Each composite layer is equipped with both electrically conductive word line strips and dielectric isolation strips, optimizing memory functionality with rows of vertically extending memory openings.

Another notable patent is the "Three-dimensional memory device with isolated source strips and method of making the same." This innovation presents a memory die featuring source-select-level electrically conductive strips, which are complemented by dielectric isolation structures. This design allows for enhanced memory stack structures that are strategically connected, demonstrating Iwai's expertise in creating efficient semiconductor designs.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Takaaki Iwai has been with SanDisk Technologies Inc., where his innovations have greatly advanced the company's standing in the market. His tireless efforts in semiconductor development have not only earned him patents but also recognition within the tech industry for pushing the boundaries of memory technology.

Collaborations: Iwai has collaborated with talented colleagues such as Hisakazu Otoi and Yoshitaka Otsu, working together to further the craft of semiconductor technologies. Their joint ventures signify the collaborative spirit that drives innovation in this competitive field.

Conclusion: Takaaki Iwai's contributions to memory device technology are commendable. With his numerous patents and collaborative efforts at SanDisk Technologies Inc., he epitomizes the spirit of innovation. His work in three-dimensional memory devices is a testament to his skill as an inventor, paving the way for future advancements in the semiconductor industry.

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