Tom M Luk

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Optical Communication. Top assignees: Ciena Corporation, Nortel Networks Corporation, Lg-Ericsson Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2001-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tom M Luk. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tom-m-luk

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 72.7

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 218(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

Nortel Networks Corporation

patents

2 out of 22

Lg-Ericsson Co., Ltd.

patents

4. 1 out of 1

Lg Ericcson Co., Ltd.

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2001-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Optical Link Optimization

Coherent Receiver

Automatic Gain Control

Avalanche Photodiodes

Transimpedance Amplifier

Wavelength Division Multiplexing

Passive Optical Network

Flash ADC Receiver

Data Regeneration

Signal Detection

Power Discrimination

22 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12494842 - Optical link optimization based on signal and interferer power discrimination (2025-12-09),

2. 12149291 - Coherent receiver having low VOA-induced phase changes (2024-11-19),

3. 11799434 - Receiver automatic gain control systems and methods (2023-10-24),

4. 11552703 - Detecting power of low-bandwidth and broad-bandwidth optical signals (2023-01-10),

5. 11404596 - Balancing a pair of avalanche photodiodes in a coherent receiver (2022-08-02),

6. 11099065 - Method and system for balancing optical receiver (2021-08-24),

7. 10911011 - Coherent optical modem with method to discover and control an amplifier's automatic gain control (AGC) loop bandwidth (2021-02-02),

8. 10715169 - Coarse-fine gain-tracking loop and method of operating (2020-07-14),

9. 10658994 - Method to discover and control an amplifier's automatic gain control (AGC) loop bandwidth (2020-05-19),

10. 10594281 - Receiver automatic gain control systems and methods for asymmetrical or unbalanced constellations (2020-03-17),

11. 10209127 - Method and system for balancing optical receiver (2019-02-19),

12. 9625662 - Method and system having a transimpedance amplifier circuit with a differential current monitoring device for monitoring optical receiver circuit (2017-04-18),

13. 8306422 - WDM PON protection scheme using a dual port arrayed waveguide grating (AWG) (2012-11-06),

14. 8306419 - Techniques for controlling a light source in a wavelength division multiplexed passive optical network (2012-11-06),

15. 8170074 - Tracking injection seeding power based on back facet monitoring (BFM) of an injection seeded laser (2012-05-01),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Tom M Luk

Introduction: Tom M Luk is a distinguished inventor based in Ottawa, Canada, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various fields.

Latest Patents: Tom M Luk's most recent patents include advancements in renewable energy technologies and sustainable materials.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Tom M Luk has established himself as a leading figure in the innovation landscape. His work has been pivotal in shaping the future of clean energy solutions and eco-friendly materials.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Tom M Luk has collaborated with top research institutions, universities, and companies to bring his inventions to life. His partnerships have led to the development of cutting-edge technologies that have a positive impact on the environment.

Conclusion: Tom M Luk's passion for innovation and commitment to creating a sustainable future have solidified his reputation as a visionary inventor. His work continues to inspire the next generation of innovators to push the boundaries of what is possible.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.