Patents by Inventor Scott A. Kaempfe

Scott A. Kaempfe has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Ceramic Paddle
    Publication number: 20090214999
    Abstract: A paddle for the production of semiconductor wafers is provided. The paddle can be a cantilever paddle made of a ceramic such as silicon carbide and can be used with round or square wafers, such as photovoltaic wafers. The paddle exhibits excellent deflection and strength characteristics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2009
    Publication date: August 27, 2009
    Applicant: SAINT-GOBAIN CERAMICS & PLASTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Scott A. Kaempfe, Michael P. Kenney, Karen A. Dwyer, Peng Zhang
  • Zircon/zirconia mix for refractory coatings and inks
    Patent number: RE40301
    Abstract: Refractory coatings comprising unstabilized zirconia, silica, and, optionally, zircon and/or mullite are disclosed herein. The unstabilized zirconia, silica, and optional zircon and/or mullite are applied as a slurry onto ceramic substrates such as silicon carbide and fired. The refractory coatings of the present invention maintained good edge definition and color when applied to ceramic substrates and subjected to temperatures over 1100° C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2008
    Assignee: Saint-Gobain Ceramics & Plastics, Inc.
    Inventors: Raymond H. Bryden, Scott A. Kaempfe