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Gothenburg, Sweden

Ab Volvo Penta

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USPTO Granted Patents = 161

% Expired Patents = 8.7

EPO Patents = 28

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 1,448

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110 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Lennart H Brandt (18 out of 19 patents)

Christian Rodskier (16 out of 16 patents)

Lennart Arvidsson (13 out of 15 patents)

4. Heinz Pichl (13 out of 15 patents)

5. Oddbjorn Hallenstvedt (12 out of 13 patents)

6. Kjell I Borgersen (10 out of 11 patents)

7. Benny Hedlund (9 out of 11 patents)

8. Emil Hasl (7 out of 7 patents)

9. Per Nestvall (7 out of 8 patents)

10. Stig F Bohlin (7 out of 7 patents)

11. Staffan T Mansson (7 out of 7 patents)

12. Eric A Davis (6 out of 50 patents)

13. Richard A Davis (6 out of 86 patents)

14. William Gremminger (4 out of 5 patents)

15. Bo Kristiansson (4 out of 4 patents)

Core Competencies:

Outboard Motor

Steering Control

Transmission Device

Marine Propulsion

Propeller Drive

Hydraulic System

Safety System

Cooling System

Clutch Transmission

Corrosion Protection

Drive Unit

Auxiliary Device

161 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 11820478 - Electrical steering system in a marine vessel and a method for controlling such a steering system (2023-11-21),

2. 11781601 - Multi-plate clutch transmission and marine vehicle including a multi-plate clutch transmission (2023-10-10),

3. 11084559 - Outboard motor lighting system (2021-08-10),

4. 11059554 - Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same (2021-07-13),

5. 10933962 - Large outboard motor for marine vessel application and related methods of making and operating same (2021-03-02),

6. 10919609 - Propeller drive assembly and a screw pump for a water vessel (2021-02-16),

7. 10800504 - Propeller drive assembly (2020-10-13),

8. 10766591 - Cooling water drain system for a marine engine (2020-09-08),

9. 10647400 - Large outboard motor including variable gear transfer case (2020-05-12),

10. D878643 - Cowling regions for an outboard motor (2020-03-17),

11. 10549833 - Outboard motor including one or more of cowling, water pump, fuel vaporization suppression, and oil tank features (2020-02-04),

12. 9862473 - Method for controlling a boat comprising a pivotable drive unit, and a electronic vessel control unit for steering a boat (2018-01-09),

13. 9630692 - Steerable tractor-type drive for boats (2017-04-25),

14. 9567052 - Steering control system for a vessel and method for operating such a steering control system (2017-02-14),

15. 8808045 - Method and system for controlling the exhaust gases from an engine (2014-08-19),

Company Overview

Ab Volvo Penta, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, specializes in marine propulsion systems, focusing on innovative technologies that enhance performance and safety in marine environments. The company develops a range of products including outboard motors, steering control systems, and hydraulic systems, all designed to optimize marine operations. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Volvo Penta integrates advanced cooling and safety systems into its offerings, ensuring reliable and effective solutions for the maritime industry.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

161 Patents

#11 in Gothenburg

#51 in Sweden

#5,128 in the World

Gothenburg, Sweden

Ab Volvo Penta

Forward Citations = 1,448

110 inventors:

Lennart H Brandt (18 out of 19 patents)

Christian Rodskier (16 out of 16 patents)

Lennart Arvidsson (13 out of 15 patents)

4. Heinz Pichl (13 out of 15 patents)

5. Oddbjorn Hallenstvedt (12 out of 13 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Ab Volvo Penta. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/ab-volvo-penta

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

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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