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Ab Bofors

USPTO Granted Patents = 77

Forward Citations = 727

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98 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Sven-Hakan Svensson (6 out of 6 patents)

Lars-Erik Skagerlund (5 out of 5 patents)

Bror Arne Thalen (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Bo Thuresson Ekenstam (3 out of 4 patents)

5. Ralph Lennart Brattsand (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Rolf Lennart Stalfors (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Ake Hugo Blomqvist (3 out of 3 patents)

8. Bertil Torbjorn Eriksson (3 out of 3 patents)

9. Sven Willner Eriksson (3 out of 3 patents)

10. Karl G Claeson (3 out of 17 patents)

11. Sten Johan Dahlberg (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Ake Hansen (2 out of 4 patents)

13. Bror Erling Tidstrom (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Tore Elwin (2 out of 2 patents)

15. Lars-Erik Bjorn (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Recoil Systems

Projectile Design

Ammunition Handling

Artillery Barrel

Proximity Fuzes

Fluid Pressure Devices

High Velocity Projectiles

Hollow Charge

Magazine Design

Tank Turret

Control Devices

Infrared Technology

77 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5233901 - Roll angle determination (1993-08-10),

2. 5168120 - Recoil systems (1992-12-01),

3. 5163637 - Roll angle determination (1992-11-17),

4. 5157221 - Ammunition unit with adaptive impact fuze (1992-10-20),

5. 5155294 - Subwarhead (1992-10-13),

6. 4690057 - High velocity projectile (1987-09-01),

7. 4655411 - Means for reducing spread of shots in a weapon system (1987-04-07),

8. 4543808 - Apparatus for winding wire on a spool (1985-10-01),

9. 4487130 - Hollow charge (1984-12-11),

10. 4293596 - Surface coating method employing a temporary bonding (1981-10-06),

11. 4258811 - Electric mass and force measuring apparatus (1981-03-31),

12. 4178831 - Fluid pressure device for supporting and elevating a gun barrel (1979-12-18),

13. 4176814 - Terminally corrected projectile (1979-12-04),

14. 4162053 - Brake device for rotating body (1979-07-24),

15. 4158324 - Hydraulic cylinder assembly for positioning an artillery barrel (1979-06-19),

Ab Bofors, located in Bofors, Sweden, specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced weapon systems. The company is recognized for its expertise in recoil systems, projectile design, and ammunition handling, contributing significantly to modern artillery capabilities. Its core technologies include high-velocity projectiles, fluid pressure devices, and proximity fuzes, which enhance the effectiveness and precision of military operations. Ab Bofors plays a crucial role in the defense sector, focusing on innovation and reliability in weaponry solutions.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

77 Patents

#2 in Bofors

#98 in Sweden

#9,761 in the World

Ab Bofors

Forward Citations = 727

98 inventors:

Sven-Hakan Svensson (6 out of 6 patents)

Lars-Erik Skagerlund (5 out of 5 patents)

Bror Arne Thalen (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Bo Thuresson Ekenstam (3 out of 4 patents)

5. Ralph Lennart Brattsand (3 out of 3 patents)

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