Thomas E Wicker

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Plasma Processing Technology. Top assignees: Lam Research Corporation, International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1996-2006.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas E Wicker. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-e-wicker

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 24

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 1,307(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Fremont, CA (US) (2000)
Vallejo, CA (US) (1996 - 2001)
Reno, NE (US) (2002)
Reno, NV (US) (2000 - 2006)

Company Filing History:

23 out of 3,940

Lam Research Corporation

patents

2 out of 166,325

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1996-2006

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Areas of Expertise:

Inductive Plasma Processor

Plasma Density Control

Semiconductor Processing

Contamination Control

High Density Plasma

RF Excitation Coil

Particle Control

Etch Chambers

Process Drift Control

Ceramic Liner

Polymer Deposition

Temperature Control

24 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7096819 - Inductive plasma processor having coil with plural windings and method of controlling plasma density (2006-08-29),

2. 6881608 - Semiconductor processing equipment having improved process drift control (2005-04-19),

3. 6673198 - Semiconductor processing equipment having improved process drift control (2004-01-06),

4. 6583572 - Inductive plasma processor including current sensor for plasma excitation coil (2003-06-24),

5. 6583064 - Low contamination high density plasma etch chambers and methods for making the same (2003-06-24),

6. 6527912 - Stacked RF excitation coil for inductive plasma processor (2003-03-04),

7. 6464843 - Contamination controlling method and apparatus for a plasma processing chamber (2002-10-15),

8. 6463875 - Multiple coil antenna for inductively-coupled plasma generation systems (2002-10-15),

9. 6394026 - Low contamination high density plasma etch chambers and methods for making the same (2002-05-28),

10. 6306244 - Apparatus for reducing polymer deposition on substrate support (2001-10-23),

11. 6251793 - Particle controlling method for a plasma processing chamber (2001-06-26),

12. 6227140 - Semiconductor processing equipment having radiant heated ceramic liner (2001-05-08),

13. 6164241 - Multiple coil antenna for inductively-coupled plasma generation systems (2000-12-25),

14. 616424 - Multiple coil antenna for inductively-coupled plasma generation systems (2000-12-26),

15. 6155203 - Apparatus for control of deposit build-up on an inner surface of a (2000-12-05),

Title: Thomas E Wicker - Pioneering Inventor from Reno, NV

Introduction: Thomas E Wicker is a renowned inventor based in Reno, NV, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various industries through his innovative creations.

Latest Patents: Thomas E Wicker holds several patents in the fields of technology, healthcare, and consumer products, showcasing his diverse range of expertise and creativity.

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Conclusion: Thomas E Wicker's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence have cemented his legacy as a pioneering inventor, inspiring future generations to think outside the box and create a better tomorrow.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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