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Houghton, MI, United States of America

Michigan Technological University


USPTO Granted Patents = 177

% Expired Patents = 22.6



Trademarks = 17

Forward Citations = 1,952

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221 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Bruce A Haataja (15 out of 25 patents)

silverMedal David G Wilson (13 out of 25 patents)

bronzeMedal Rush D Robinett, Iii (12 out of 28 patents)

4.  Anders E Lund (12 out of 12 patents)

5.  Jiann-Yang Hwang (9 out of 12 patents)

6.  Gordon P Krueger (9 out of 9 patents)

7.  Giorgio Bacelli (7 out of 9 patents)

8.  Ossama Abdelkhalik (7 out of 7 patents)

9.  Vincent Lee C Chiang (7 out of 7 patents)

10.  Wayne W Weaver (6 out of 7 patents)

11.  Surendra K Kawatra (6 out of 6 patents)

12.  Timothy C Eisele (6 out of 6 patents)

13.  Roy D Adams (6 out of 6 patents)

14.  Tauno B Kilpela (6 out of 6 patents)

15.  Vincent L Chiang (5 out of 9 patents)


Core Competencies:
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Energy Storage
Wave Energy
Microgrids
Battery Recycling
Power Control
Nucleation Control
Prosthesis Technology
Nanotubes
Polymer Chemistry
Plant Genetics
Sensors

177 patents:

1. 12695303 - Optimal control theory approach for power grid EMP protection (2026-07-28),
2. 12562367 - Direct recycling method for lithium-ion batteries (2026-02-24),
3. 12337081 - Bioresorbable endoluminal prosthesis for medium and large vessels (2025-06-24),
4. 12246855 - On-board propulsion testing apparatus (2025-03-11),
5. 12051906 - Wind turbine power phase control with DC collection bus for onshore/offshore windfarms (2024-07-30),
6. 12010816 - Nucleation control system and method leading to enhanced boiling based electronic cooling (2024-06-11),
7. 12002936 - Method for separating individual cathode-active materials from li-ion batteries (2024-06-04),
8. 11952548 - Systems, methods and techniques for torrefaction (2024-04-09),
9. 11932551 - Salt production via hydrohalite decomposition (2024-03-19),
10. 11725622 - Power packet networks for wave energy converter arrays (2023-08-15),
11. 11326574 - Nonlinear hydrostatic control of a wave energy converter (2022-05-10),
12. 11316363 - Energy storage systems for electrical microgrids with pulsed power loads (2022-04-26),
13. 11248925 - Augmented road line detection and display system (2022-02-15),
14. 11198523 - On-board propulsion testing apparatus (2021-12-14),
15. 11188337 - Micro-architecture designs and methods for eager execution and fetching of instructions (2021-11-30),
Company Overview
Michigan Technological University, located in Houghton, MI, is a prominent institution specializing in energy storage systems and related technologies. The university's research encompasses a wide array of core topics, including lithium-ion batteries, wave energy, microgrids, and battery recycling. Additionally, it explores advanced power control mechanisms and nucleation control, contributing to innovations in prosthesis technology. Through its interdisciplinary approach, Michigan Tech fosters advancements that address contemporary energy challenges and enhance sustainable practices.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

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177 Patents

#1 in Houghton, MI

#99 in Michigan

#2,284 in US

#4,710 in the World

Houghton, MI (US)
Houghton, MI, United States of America

Michigan Technological University

Forward Citations = 1,952

221 inventors:

goldMedal Bruce A Haataja (15 out of 25 patents)

silverMedal David G Wilson (13 out of 25 patents)

bronzeMedal Rush D Robinett, Iii (12 out of 28 patents)

4.  Anders E Lund (12 out of 12 patents)

5.  Jiann-Yang Hwang (9 out of 12 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Michigan Technological University. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/michigan-technological-university

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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