Our IP & Patents

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Innovation At The Speed Of Light

Innovation is arguably at the core of every scientific enterprise. But for us at Wasatch Photonics, it’s not just a value… It’s a habit. From our humble beginnings in the Wasatch Mountains to now, we have successfully pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in optics, spectroscopy, OCT, and laser pulse compression. With 14 patents awarded and pending, collaborations with leading research institutions, and a history of real-world applications, Wasatch Photonics Intellectual Property and Patents represent our steadfast commitment to technology and transforming lives.

Innovation in Action

Our innovation pipeline follows a simple but powerful path: Gratings Enabling Spectrometers > Spectrometers Enabling Systems > Systems Enabling Life For us, innovation starts from the ground up. We dedicate ourselves to engineering high-performance components and systems that empower the world’s most intricate and valuable technologies, from space exploration to health monitoring systems.

Key Metrics of Innovation:

  • 14 patents issued or pending
  • 20,000 gratings/year manufacturing rate, scaling to 35,000+
  • 2,000+ spectrometers/year, scaling to 10,000+
  • ISO 9001:2015 certified for quality and innovation
  • Custom solutions across OEM, research, and industrial markets
Image of Wasatch Photonics Enabling Mission for Gratings Enabling Spectrometers to Spectrometers Enabling Systems to Systems Enabling Life.

Where our IP Makes a Difference

Our patents aren’t just for show. We constantly endeavour to solve real problems. By exploring our Intellectual Property portfolio, you will see how Wasatch Photonics supports scientific breakthroughs in:

  • Space Exploration: Diffraction gratings for astronomy
  • Environmental Monitoring: Plastic detection in oceans
  • Healthcare: Glucose monitoring, at-home OCT, liver toxicity testing
  • Agriculture: Intelligent sensing for food sustainability
  • Security: Banknote authentication and counterfeit detection
  • Industry: Laser welding and inline quality control
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Where our IP Makes a Difference

Our patents reflect our commitment to practical, scalable innovation. View highlights from our growing IP portfolio:
Patent NumberTitleIssue Date
US6750995B2Enhanced volume phase grating with high dispersion, high diffraction efficiency and low polarization sensitivityJune 15, 2004
US7321466B2High dispersion diffraction grating including multiple holographic optical elementsJanuary 22, 2008
US8537466B2High dispersion diffraction grating including multiple holographic optical elementsSeptember 17, 2013
US8077929B2Ambient light rejection filterDecember 13, 2011
US8786924B1Grating for tuning a light sourceJuly 22, 2014
US8922768B2Multi-path spectrometerDecember 30, 2014

Each patent represents a step forward in enabling more compact, more precise, and more efficient optical technologies for our global network.

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Misty Johnson

Misty Johnson is responsible for taking care of our grating customers at the Logan, Utah, facility. She has been a member of the Wasatch Photonics team since 2009. By understanding her customers’ needs and goals, as well as the current grating market, Misty is able to provide a superior level of customer support. As Account Manager, she acts as a liaison between customers and Wasatch Photonics’ manufacturing department making sure that the lines of communication are always open.

Customer support is an integral part of Wasatch Photonics commitment to customers. Whether you are in the market to purchase a single grating, inquiring as a distributor, or purchasing large volume, Misty will guide you seamlessly through the custom design process. Misty strives to build trust and strong long term relationships with Wasatch Photonics customers. She brings 20 years’ experience as customer support manager from a number of manufacturing and service companies.