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Herzogenaurach, Germany

Adidas Ag

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USPTO Granted Patents = 962

% Expired Patents = 4.0



Trademarks = 174

Forward Citations = 21,579

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718 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Christian DiBenedetto (56 out of 75 patents)

silverMedal Jon Harald Werner (55 out of 75 patents)

bronzeMedal Angus Wardlaw (54 out of 56 patents)

4.  Tru Huu Minh Le (39 out of 39 patents)

5.  Michael D Ellis (38 out of 405 patents)

6.  Stuart David Reinhardt (35 out of 38 patents)

7.  Christopher Edward Holmes (34 out of 35 patents)

8.  Moritz Hoellmueller (30 out of 30 patents)

9.  Falk Bruns (28 out of 28 patents)

10.  Jan Hill (28 out of 35 patents)

11.  Aurel Coza (28 out of 29 patents)

12.  Stephen John Black (27 out of 27 patents)

13.  John Whiteman (27 out of 31 patents)

14.  Paul Leonard Michael Smith (24 out of 25 patents)

15.  Alan Russell Lee (24 out of 25 patents)


Core Competencies:
Shoe
Footwear
Cushioning Element
Energy Storage
Modular Footwear
Sole Structure
Additively Manufactured
Fitness Monitoring
Lacing System
Athletic Monitoring
Co-molded Elements
Recycling

962 patents:

1. D1155175 - Shoe (2026-10-27),
2. 12766803 - Methods for manufacturing cushioning elements for sports apparel (2026-10-20),
3. 12766365 - Automatic cycling workout detection systems and methods (2026-10-20),
4. 12765645 - Method for manufacturing a shoe, a system for performing the method, and a shoe (2026-10-20),
5. 12765638 - Footwear and footwear components having a mesh component (2026-10-20),
6. 12765632 - Sole for a running shoe (2026-10-20),
7. 12765628 - Sports shoes and methods for manufacturing and recycling of sports shoes (2026-10-20),
8. D1150856 - Shoe (2026-10-06),
9. 12748301 - Color changing materials arranged in slow particle coloration materials (2026-09-29),
10. 12745823 - Multilayered materials with color changing properties (2026-09-29),
11. 12740616 - Footwear midsole with anisotropic mesh and methods of making the same (2026-09-22),
12. D1146276 - Shoe (2026-09-08),
13. D1146267 - Shoe (2026-09-08),
14. 12727647 - Shoe with improved heel support (2026-09-08),
15. 12727643 - Sole comprising reinforcing frame (2026-09-08),
Company Overview
Adidas AG, headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany, is a leading global brand specializing in footwear technology. The company focuses on innovative designs and advanced materials to enhance athletic performance and comfort. Key areas of expertise include cushioning elements, energy storage solutions, and modular footwear systems. Adidas is also at the forefront of additively manufactured products, integrating fitness monitoring technologies to provide athletes with enhanced training experiences. Its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology positions it as a pioneer in the footwear industry.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

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962 Patents

#2 in Herzogenaurach

#52 in Germany

#1,069 in the World

Herzogenaurach, DE
Herzogenaurach, Germany

Adidas Ag

Forward Citations = 21,579

718 inventors:

goldMedal Christian DiBenedetto (56 out of 75 patents)

silverMedal Jon Harald Werner (55 out of 75 patents)

bronzeMedal Angus Wardlaw (54 out of 56 patents)

4.  Tru Huu Minh Le (39 out of 39 patents)

5.  Michael D Ellis (38 out of 405 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Adidas Ag. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/adidas-ag

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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