Aichi, Japan

William C West

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: California Institute of Technology. Active years: 2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: William C West. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/william-c-west

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2017

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of William C. West in Solar Fuel Generation

Introduction

William C. West is an accomplished inventor based in Aichi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of solar energy, particularly in the development of technologies that facilitate solar fuel generation. His innovative work focuses on enhancing the efficiency of water splitting processes through advanced materials.

Latest Patents

William C. West holds a patent for a solar fuel generator. This patent discloses conductive membranes designed for water splitting and solar fuel generation. The membranes incorporate an embedded semiconductive or photoactive material along with an oxygen or hydrogen evolution catalyst. Additionally, the patent includes chassis and cassettes that house these membranes for effective fuel generation.

Career Highlights

West is affiliated with the California Institute of Technology, where he has been involved in cutting-edge research and development. His work has garnered attention for its potential to revolutionize renewable energy sources and contribute to sustainable practices.

Collaborations

West collaborates with Nathan S. Lewis, a fellow researcher known for his expertise in solar energy and materials science. Their partnership has led to advancements in the understanding and application of solar fuel technologies.

Conclusion

William C. West's innovative contributions to solar fuel generation exemplify the potential of scientific research to address global energy challenges. His work continues to inspire advancements in renewable energy technologies.

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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