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Marin, Switzerland

The Swatch Group Research and Development Ltd

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USPTO Granted Patents = 582

% Expired Patents = 2.2

EPO Patents = 557

Forward Citations = 1,019

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310 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Jean-Jacques Born (68 out of 120 patents)

Gianni Di Domenico (53 out of 75 patents)

Michel Willemin (53 out of 66 patents)

4. Dominique Lechot (46 out of 54 patents)

5. Arnaud Casagrande (35 out of 45 patents)

6. Jean-Claude Martin (34 out of 41 patents)

7. Baptiste Hinaux (33 out of 36 patents)

8. Pierpasquale Tortora (33 out of 38 patents)

9. Yves Winkler (33 out of 46 patents)

10. Jean-Luc Helfer (31 out of 89 patents)

11. Pierry Vuille (30 out of 45 patents)

12. Pascal Winkler (29 out of 72 patents)

13. Jerome Favre (29 out of 35 patents)

14. Stewes Bourban (29 out of 37 patents)

15. Thierry Hessler (27 out of 50 patents)

Core Competencies:

Horological Component

Balance Spring

Temperature Compensation

Flexible Guide

Timepiece Mechanism

Solar Watch

Digital Display

Piezoelectric Spring

Striking Mechanism

Lubrication Device

Modular Watch

Transponder Antenna

582 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12775239 - Timepiece provided with a mechanical movement and a device for correcting a displayed time (2026-10-27),

2. 12769260 - Timepiece with tactile control comprising an anti-fog device (2026-10-20),

3. 12765647 - Bracelet for a portable object, such as a timepiece, with a magnifying device (2026-10-20),

4. 12754514 - Device for autonomously adjusting the active length of a balance spring (2026-10-06),

5. 12736917 - Timepiece mechanism provided with a magnetic gear (2026-09-15),

6. 12735629 - Phosphorescent elastomer master mixture and horological component comprising such a mixture (2026-09-15),

7. 12730411 - Flexible guide with adjustable translation table for rotary resonator mechanism, in particular of a horological movement (2026-09-08),

8. 12723595 - Method for machining ribs or grooves for air or gas bearings of a rotary-shaft-comprising workpiece of a compressor, and method for assembling the components of the workpiece (2026-09-01),

9. 12717280 - Dial and method for manufacturing a watch dial (2026-08-25),

10. 12717279 - Device for autonomous adjustment of the active length of a spiral (2026-08-25),

11. 12704812 - Device for autonomous adjustment of the active length of a balance spring (2026-08-11),

12. 12698548 - Component for timepiece or piece of jewellery made of cermet (2026-08-04),

13. 12681439 - Watch dial with balls (2026-07-14),

14. 12681436 - Method for developing a resonator mechanism with a rotating flexible guide to reduce out-of-plane oscillations (2026-07-14),

15. 12681434 - Oscillating winding mass provided with a rotating decorative element for automatic movement of a timepiece (2026-07-14),

Company Overview

The Swatch Group Research and Development Ltd, based in Marin, Switzerland, specializes in horological technology, focusing on the innovation and development of advanced timekeeping mechanisms. The organization is renowned for its expertise in horological components, including balance springs and temperature compensation systems, which enhance the precision and reliability of timepieces. Additionally, it explores cutting-edge technologies such as solar watches, digital displays, and piezoelectric springs, contributing to the evolution of modern watchmaking.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

582 Patents

#1 in Marin

#36 in Switzerland

#1,683 in the World

Marin, Switzerland

The Swatch Group Research and Development Ltd

Forward Citations = 1,019

310 inventors:

Jean-Jacques Born (68 out of 120 patents)

Gianni Di Domenico (53 out of 75 patents)

Michel Willemin (53 out of 66 patents)

4. Dominique Lechot (46 out of 54 patents)

5. Arnaud Casagrande (35 out of 45 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: The Swatch Group Research and Development Ltd. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/swatch-group-research-and-development

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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