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Karlskoga, Sweden

Bofors Ab

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USPTO Granted Patents = 45

Forward Citations = 327

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66 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Sten Hallqvist (5 out of 8 patents)

Lars Paulsson (5 out of 6 patents)

Jan Axinger (3 out of 8 patents)

4. Anders Holm (3 out of 3 patents)

5. Par Andersson (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Nils Johansson (2 out of 12 patents)

7. Jyrki Helander (2 out of 6 patents)

8. Stig Johnsson (2 out of 9 patents)

9. Larseric Larsson (2 out of 4 patents)

10. Neile Nilsson (2 out of 4 patents)

11. Rolf Larsson (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Erik Fohrman (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Arne Franzen (2 out of 7 patents)

14. Nils Haglund (2 out of 2 patents)

15. Bengt Witt (2 out of 3 patents)

Core Competencies:

Demining Method

Programmable Barrel

Ammunition Unit

Ignition Device

Sensor System

Proximity Fuse

Loading System

Warhead

Ramming System

Combat Vehicle

Shell Arrangement

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45 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 6382069 - Demining method and dedicated demining vehicle (2002-05-07),

2. 6354183 - Method and device for handling propellant charges of different sizes and charge strengths in artillery guns (2002-03-12),

3. 6276278 - Arrangement for combating air targets (2001-08-21),

4. 6182769 - Demining device including demining discs and impact devices and demining method utilizing the device (2001-02-06),

5. 6170377 - Method and arrangement for programming shells (2001-01-09),

6. 6138547 - Programmable barrel weapon (2000-10-31),

7. 6065403 - Ignition device (2000-05-23),

8. 6044765 - Method for increasing the probability of impact when combating airborne (2000-04-04),

9. 6032583 - Ammunition unit in the form of a shell (2000-03-07),

10. 6026729 - Method and device for handling propellant charges (2000-02-22),

11. 5970876 - Ignition device (1999-10-26),

12. 5952604 - Shell with multi-charges (1999-09-14),

13. 5946842 - Folding grip (1999-09-07),

14. 5907117 - Method and device for using warheads released from a launching vehicle (1999-05-25),

15. 5844163 - Loading system (1998-12-01),

Company Overview

Bofors AB, headquartered in Karlskoga, Sweden, specializes in advanced military technology, focusing on the development and manufacturing of artillery systems and demining vehicles. The company is recognized for its innovative solutions in airborne combat and programmable barrel weapons, enhancing operational effectiveness in various defense scenarios. Bofors also excels in ammunition handling systems, magnetic proximity fuses, sensor technologies, and warhead programming, contributing significantly to modern military capabilities and safety in conflict zones.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

45 Patents

#2 in Karlskoga

#155 in Sweden

#15,458 in the World

Karlskoga, Sweden

Bofors Ab

Forward Citations = 327

66 inventors:

Sten Hallqvist (5 out of 8 patents)

Lars Paulsson (5 out of 6 patents)

Jan Axinger (3 out of 8 patents)

4. Anders Holm (3 out of 3 patents)

5. Par Andersson (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Bofors Ab. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/bofors-ab

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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