Marcel Joseph Vogel (1917–1991) was a prolific inventor and research scientist at IBM’s San Jose Research Center, where he was credited with over 100 patents. His contributions spanned various fields, including magnetic recording media, liquid crystals, and phosphor technology.


While a complete list of all his patents is extensive, here are some notable examples:

1. Wafer Indexing System Using a Grid Pattern and Coding and Orientation Marks in Each Grid Cell
• Patent Number: 4,134,066
• Filed: March 24, 1977
• Issued: January 9, 1979
• Abstract: This invention relates to a system for precisely locating artifacts, defects, and fabricated structural components on a wafer using a permanent micrometer grid pattern applied to the wafer’s backside.

2. Composition of Epoxide Resin Methylol Phenol Ether Polyvinyl Methyl Ether and Acid Anhydride Catalyst and Metal Substrate Coated Therewith
• Patent Number: 3,058,844
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: October 16, 1962
• Abstract: Details a composition suitable for coating metal substrates, particularly for magnetic signal storage devices.

3. Means for Producing Radiation Induced Electroluminescence
• Patent Number: 3,178,580
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: April 13, 1965
• Abstract: Describes a method for producing electroluminescence through radiation induction.

4. Direct Current Electroluminescent Phosphors
• Patent Number: 3,178,611
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: April 13, 1965
• Abstract: Focuses on phosphors that exhibit electroluminescence when subjected to direct current.

5. Electro-Optical Translator
• Patent Number: 3,046,540
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: July 24, 1962
• Abstract: Pertains to a device that translates electrical signals into optical signals.

6. Fluid Flow Indicating Process
• Patent Number: 3,100,844
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: August 13, 1963
• Abstract: Describes a process for indicating fluid flow.

7. Preparation of Coatings and Printing Inks
• Patent Number: 3,133,023
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: May 12, 1964
• Abstract: Details methods for preparing coatings and printing inks.

8. Uranium and Lanthanide Activated Alkaline Earth Molybdate and Tungstate Phosphors
• Patent Number: 3,265,628
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: August 9, 1966
• Abstract: Discusses phosphors activated by uranium and lanthanides.

9. Method of Preparing Fluorescent Rare Earth Compounds
• Patent Number: 3,294,701
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: December 27, 1966
• Abstract: Describes a method for preparing fluorescent compounds using rare earth elements.

10. Method of Manufacture of a Magnetic Disk and Recording Surface
• Patent Number: 3,639,188
• Filed: Date not specified
• Issued: February 1, 1972
• Abstract: Details a method for manufacturing magnetic disks and their recording surfaces.


For a more comprehensive list of Marcel Vogel’s patents, you can refer to the IBM Technical Journal archives, which document patents issued to IBM inventors during his tenure.