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Bochum, Germany

Thyssenkrupp Automotive Ag

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USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Expired Patents = 50.0


Forward Citations = 186

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34 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Herbert Naumann (4 out of 8 patents)

silverMedal Frank Obrist (2 out of 59 patents)

bronzeMedal Peter Kuhn (2 out of 43 patents)

4.  Helmut Schön (2 out of 5 patents)

5.  Gordon Köhne (2 out of 2 patents)

6.  Christian Busch (1 out of 13 patents)

7.  Udo Wächter (1 out of 4 patents)

8.  Friedrich Löser (1 out of 8 patents)

9.  Lutz Manke (1 out of 3 patents)

10.  Klaus Runte (1 out of 2 patents)

11.  Matthias Kröger (1 out of 3 patents)

12.  Siegfried Ellmann (1 out of 9 patents)

13.  Hans Dziemballa (1 out of 2 patents)

14.  Hans Vondracek (1 out of 1 patent)

15.  Alexander Borowikow (1 out of 1 patent)


18 patents:

1. 7828918 - Method for thermomechanical treatment of steel (2010-11-09),
2. 7544258 - Method of fabricating pressed components (2009-06-09),
3. 7305953 - Built multiple cam (2007-12-11),
4. 7302922 - Device for the variable actuation of gas exchange valves of internal combustion engines and method for operating said device (2007-12-04),
5. 7296546 - Device for the variable actuation of the gas exchange valves of internal combustion engines, and method for operating one such device (2007-11-20),
6. 7231865 - Swiveling motor (2007-06-19),
7. 7213337 - Method of manufacturing pistons and components thereof, and forging tools (2007-05-08),
8. 7111600 - Variable valve-stroke controls (2006-09-26),
9. 7028520 - Method and device using high interior pressure to reshape structural section (2006-04-18),
10. 6973904 - Variable valve-stroke controls (2005-12-13),
11. 6938596 - Variable valve-stroke controls (2005-09-06),
12. 6938314 - Method and apparatus for connecting two or more components by rivets (2005-09-06),
13. 6905129 - Wishbone for an automotive suspension (2005-06-14),
14. 6886512 - Variable valve-stroke controls (2005-05-03),
15. 6857625 - Spring carrier (2005-02-22),
Company Overview
Thyssenkrupp Automotive AG is a prominent player in the automotive sector, specializing in the development and manufacturing of innovative components and systems for vehicle production. The company focuses on advanced engineering solutions, including lightweight construction, drive technology, and chassis systems, aimed at enhancing vehicle performance and sustainability. Headquartered in Bochum, Germany, Thyssenkrupp Automotive AG leverages its expertise to support automotive manufacturers globally, contributing to the evolution of mobility and transportation technologies.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

18 Patents

#7 in Bochum

#2,394 in Germany

#34,263 in the World

Bochum, DE
Bochum, Germany

Thyssenkrupp Automotive Ag

Forward Citations = 186

34 inventors:

goldMedal Herbert Naumann (4 out of 8 patents)

silverMedal Frank Obrist (2 out of 59 patents)

bronzeMedal Peter Kuhn (2 out of 43 patents)

4.  Helmut Schön (2 out of 5 patents)

5.  Gordon Köhne (2 out of 2 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Thyssenkrupp Automotive Ag. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/thyssenkrupp-automotive-ag

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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