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Troy, MI, United States of America

Meritor Light Vehicle Systems, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 38

% Expired Patents = 10.5

Forward Citations = 528

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47 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Christos T Kyrtsos (11 out of 69 patents)

Charles Berry Hopson (10 out of 25 patents)

Timothy Davies (10 out of 10 patents)

4. Joseph Tyckowski (10 out of 16 patents)

5. Francois Breynaert (9 out of 16 patents)

6. Pascal Bonduel (9 out of 14 patents)

7. Laurent Arquevaux (7 out of 21 patents)

8. Roch J Tolinski (7 out of 21 patents)

9. Chris Keeney (4 out of 14 patents)

10. Rainer Grimm (4 out of 77 patents)

11. Charlie Hopson (4 out of 7 patents)

12. Carmelo Mondello (4 out of 9 patents)

13. Steven M Foster (4 out of 18 patents)

14. Joe Fader (4 out of 11 patents)

15. Jim Hawkins (4 out of 15 patents)

Core Competencies:

Crumple Zone

Object Detection

Suspension System

Window Seal

Vehicle Hinge

Torque Measurement

Self-Powered Sunroof

Anti-Pinch Lock

Piezoelectric Motor

Molded Pick-Up Bed

Lift Gate

Window Regulator

38 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7052077 - Crumple zone for body panels (2006-05-30),

2. 6925755 - Object detection by signal field mapping (2005-08-09),

3. 6735822 - Vehicle hinge and latching arrangement adjustment (2004-05-18),

4. 6718613 - Method of assembly of first and second component (2004-04-13),

5. 6702301 - Active window seal (2004-03-09),

6. 6648350 - Suspension system for a vehicle having a vehicle stabilizer bar with integral end links (2003-11-18),

7. 6575524 - One piece molded pick-up bed (2003-06-10),

8. 6543838 - Vehicle door provided with pelvis thrust means (2003-04-08),

9. 6530586 - Suspension torsion bar with variable rate adjustment arms (2003-03-11),

10. 6515441 - Glass edge object detection sensor (2003-02-04),

11. 6491291 - Suspension characteristic control using shape memory alloy materials (2002-12-10),

12. 6454341 - Lift gate for a motor vehicle (2002-09-24),

13. 6452351 - Method and system for detecting an object caught in the path of an automotive window using a piezoelectric torque sensing device (2002-09-17),

14. 6448729 - Method and system for detecting a resistive force applied against an automotive power window (2002-09-10),

15. 6428063 - Vehicle door latch (2002-08-06),

Company Overview

Meritor Light Vehicle Systems, Inc., based in Troy, Michigan, specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced automotive technologies and systems. The company focuses on delivering innovative solutions for light vehicle applications, including driveline components, braking systems, and electric vehicle technologies. With a commitment to enhancing vehicle performance and safety, Meritor plays a significant role in the automotive industry, contributing to the evolution of sustainable transportation solutions.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

38 Patents

#32 in Troy, MI

#345 in Michigan

#9,033 in US

#17,860 in the World

Troy, MI, United States of America

Meritor Light Vehicle Systems, Inc.

Forward Citations = 528

47 inventors:

Christos T Kyrtsos (11 out of 69 patents)

Charles Berry Hopson (10 out of 25 patents)

Timothy Davies (10 out of 10 patents)

4. Joseph Tyckowski (10 out of 16 patents)

5. Francois Breynaert (9 out of 16 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Meritor Light Vehicle Systems, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/meritor-light-vehicle-systems

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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