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Columbus, IN, United States of America

Cummins Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 1,671

% Expired Patents = 4.4


Trademarks = 47

Forward Citations = 7,074

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1,745 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Vivek Anand Sujan (127 out of 152 patents)

silverMedal Martin T Books (95 out of 99 patents)

bronzeMedal J Steven Kolhouse (75 out of 77 patents)

4.  Kenneth M Follen (50 out of 64 patents)

5.  Jennifer Kay Light-Holets (45 out of 46 patents)

6.  Samuel C Geckler (44 out of 46 patents)

7.  Donald J Benson (42 out of 57 patents)

8.  Aleksey Yezerets (39 out of 49 patents)

9.  Neal W Currier (36 out of 43 patents)

10.  Anthony Kyle Perfetto (35 out of 38 patents)

11.  Michael Haas (34 out of 39 patents)

12.  Praveen Chitradurga Muralidhar (34 out of 34 patents)

13.  Govindarajan Kothandaraman (33 out of 35 patents)

14.  Timothy C Ernst (31 out of 46 patents)

15.  Axel Otto Zur Loye (30 out of 54 patents)


Core Competencies:
Fuel Economy
Hybrid Powertrain
Aftertreatment Systems
Vehicle Speed Control
Catalyst Temperature Stability
Regenerative Braking
Turbocharger Controls
NOx Sensor
Electric Vehicle
Energy Storage
Control Systems
Fuel Cell

1,671 patents:

1. 12736020 - Engine system components including catalytic coatings and related apparatuses, methods, systems, and techniques (2026-09-15),
2. 12732075 - High-power multiphase electric machine with reduced mutual inductance interaction (2026-09-08),
3. 12723553 - Gaseous fuel injector diagnostics (2026-09-01),
4. 12722623 - Method and system for controlling a powertrain in a hybrid vehicle (2026-09-01),
5. 12722582 - Adaptable electronic control unit interfaces (2026-09-01),
6. 12719656 - Enhanced cryptography systems and methods (2026-08-25),
7. 12715426 - Emissions management for diesel series hybrid powertrains (2026-08-25),
8. 12715425 - Methods and systems for managing and controlling emissions in a hybrid system (2026-08-25),
9. 12711819 - DIAGNOSTIC DATA VISUALIZATION METHODS (2026-08-18),
10. 12710001 - REAL-TIME SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING REMAINING USEFUL OIL LIFE IN VEHICLES (2026-08-18),
11. 12709274 - SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING EMISSIONS WITH SMART ALTERNATOR (2026-08-18),
12. 12706466 - Architecture and control system for electrically-powered accessories of a non-hybrid vehicle (2026-08-11),
13. 12704103 - Grooved injector nozzle combustion shield (2026-08-11),
14. 12692820 - Detection and identification of fuel injector failure modes (2026-07-28),
15. 12692811 - Systems and methods to assess state-of-health of an exhaust gas constituent capture device (2026-07-28),
Cummins Inc. is a global power leader that designs, manufactures, distributes, and services engines and related technologies. The company provides power solutions for a wide variety of applications including automotive, industrial, marine, and power generation. With a history of over 100 years, Cummins is known for its innovation, reliability, and commitment to sustainability. Their diverse portfolio includes diesel and natural gas engines, hybrid and electric powertrains, as well as other power generation products. Cummins operates in more than 190 countries and employs a dedicated workforce of approximately 58,600 people worldwide.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

Cummins Inc.
1,671 Patents

#1 in Columbus, IN

#6 in Indiana

#308 in US

#603 in the World

Columbus, IN (US)
Columbus, IN, United States of America

Cummins Inc.

Forward Citations = 7,074

1,745 inventors:

goldMedal Vivek Anand Sujan (127 out of 152 patents)

silverMedal Martin T Books (95 out of 99 patents)

bronzeMedal J Steven Kolhouse (75 out of 77 patents)

4.  Kenneth M Follen (50 out of 64 patents)

5.  Jennifer Kay Light-Holets (45 out of 46 patents)

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