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West Lafayette, IN, United States of America

Xianfan Xu

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Purdue Research Foundation. Active years: 2011-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Xianfan Xu. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/xianfan-xu

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 2,785 
 
Purdue Research Foundation
 patents

Years Active: 2011-2025

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12415311 - Continuous and scalable 3D nanoprinting (2025-09-16),
2. 11305482 - Continuous and scalable 3D nanoprinting (2022-04-19),
3. 10861668 - Plasmon-excited electron beam array for complementary patterning (2020-12-08),
4. 10074509 - Plasmon-excited electron beam array for complementary patterning (2018-09-11),
5. 10000384 - Method of laser direct synthesis of graphene (2018-06-19),
6. 9437228 - Near field transducer for heat assisted magnetic recording (2016-09-06),
7. 7969654 - Volume Fresnel zone plates fabricated by laser direct writing (2011-06-28),

Title: Xianfan Xu: Innovator in 3D Nanoprinting

Introduction

Xianfan Xu is a prominent inventor based in West Lafayette, IN (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of nanotechnology, particularly in the area of 3D nanoprinting. With a total of 7 patents to his name, Xu is recognized for his innovative approaches to creating advanced nanostructures.

Latest Patents

One of Xu's latest patents is focused on continuous and scalable 3D nanoprinting. This invention involves a rapidly printing 3D nanostructures arrangement, which includes a first photonic source that provides photoinitiation energy to a polymer medium via a dynamic light spatial modulator. This process excites the polymer medium to initiate polymerization. Additionally, a second photonic source selectively provides inhibition energy to the polymerized medium, allowing for the creation of a dead zone below a growth zone. This dead zone facilitates continuous 3D polymerization, showcasing Xu's innovative approach to nanoprinting.

Career Highlights

Xianfan Xu is affiliated with the Purdue Research Foundation, where he continues to advance his research and development in nanotechnology. His work has garnered attention for its potential applications in various industries, including electronics and materials science.

Collaborations

Xu collaborates with notable colleagues such as Liang Pan and Bryan William Boudouris. Their combined expertise contributes to the innovative research being conducted at the Purdue Research Foundation.

Conclusion

Xianfan Xu is a leading figure in the field of 3D nanoprinting, with a focus on developing technologies that enhance the efficiency and scalability of nanostructure production. His contributions are paving the way for future advancements in nanotechnology.

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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