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USPTO Granted Patents = 66

% Expired Patents = 7.6

EPO Patents = 2

Trademarks = 6

Forward Citations = 973

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68 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Dominique Jacquel (7 out of 7 patents)

Eric Cheron (6 out of 9 patents)

Jean-Michel Orsat (6 out of 12 patents)

4. Eric Paul Lagarde (6 out of 36 patents)

5. Serge Bruno (5 out of 21 patents)

6. Andre J Rousselot (4 out of 4 patents)

7. Jean-Michel Perache (3 out of 8 patents)

8. Norbert Dupielet (3 out of 15 patents)

9. Emeric Motte (3 out of 4 patents)

10. Henri Giust (3 out of 3 patents)

11. Bernard J Grehant (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Didier Menetrier (2 out of 5 patents)

13. Capucine Autret (2 out of 6 patents)

14. Olivier Poulet (2 out of 16 patents)

15. Marc J Quezel (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Electric Motor

Control Device

Rolling Shutter

Venetian Blind

Automatic Stop

Safety Device

Linear Actuator

Planetary Reduction Gear

Remote Control

Lighting Control

Drive Device

Actuator

66 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 8552854 - Method for reprogramming bidirectional objects (2013-10-08),

2. 7726379 - Device for driving a closing or sun-protection screen and installation comprising such a device (2010-06-01),

3. 7683754 - Method for defining a group from among bi-directional objects (2010-03-23),

4. 7151464 - Drive device with radio frequency control (2006-12-19),

5. D520348 - Rod (2006-05-09),

6. 6972538 - Device for control of an electric motor driving a moving object (2005-12-06),

7. 6936987 - Method for controlling an electric motor driving a body in translation (2005-08-30),

8. 6867565 - Process for learning the limits of travel of a roller blind actuator (2005-03-15),

9. 6814129 - Powered rolling shutter equipped with automatic stopping means (2004-11-09),

10. 6795284 - Device for stopping a single-phase asynchronous motor with phase-shifting capacitor (2004-09-21),

11. D491922 - Remote control and its holder (2004-06-23),

12. 6733413 - Drive device for manually driving a blind comprising an epicyclic reduction gearbox (2004-05-11),

13. 6668982 - Disk-brake and torque-transmitting device (2003-12-30),

14. 6465980 - Device for controlling a drive motor of a roller blind (2002-10-15),

15. 6392374 - Device for control of an electric motor driving a moving object (2002-05-21),

Somfy is a leading global manufacturer of smart, motorized solutions for homes and buildings. With over 50 years of experience, Somfy offers a wide range of automated solutions for curtains, blinds, roller shutters, awnings, gates, and more. Their innovative products combine convenience, security, and energy efficiency, enhancing the comfort and functionality of living and working spaces. Visit their website to discover how Somfy's smart solutions can transform your environment.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

66 Patents

#3 in Cluses

#388 in France

#11,140 in the World

Somfy

Forward Citations = 973

68 inventors:

Dominique Jacquel (7 out of 7 patents)

Eric Cheron (6 out of 9 patents)

Jean-Michel Orsat (6 out of 12 patents)

4. Eric Paul Lagarde (6 out of 36 patents)

5. Serge Bruno (5 out of 21 patents)

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