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Friedrichshafen, Germany

Zf Friedrichshafen Ag

USPTO Granted Patents = 3,591

% Expired Patents = 45.8



Trademarks = 83

Forward Citations = 17,606

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2,956 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Stefan Beck (180 out of 186 patents)

silverMedal Johannes Kaltenbach (164 out of 169 patents)

bronzeMedal Peter Ziemer (151 out of 156 patents)

4.  Gerhard Gumpoltsberger (149 out of 154 patents)

5.  Christian Sibla (99 out of 100 patents)

6.  Matthias Reisch (97 out of 98 patents)

7.  Thilo Schmidt (89 out of 89 patents)

8.  Josef Haupt (89 out of 99 patents)

9.  Martin Brehmer (88 out of 94 patents)

10.  Wolfgang Rieger (78 out of 79 patents)

11.  Michael Wechs (64 out of 68 patents)

12.  Klaus Steinhauser (64 out of 64 patents)

13.  Ralf Dreibholz (62 out of 62 patents)

14.  Uwe Griesmeier (56 out of 62 patents)

15.  Christian Popp (54 out of 55 patents)


Core Competencies:
Power Electronics Module
Electric Drivetrain
Vehicle Transmission
Brake Pedal Module
Torque Transmission Device
Crash Detection Systems
Calibration of Vehicle Sensors
Active Dynamic Sun Visor
Steering Axle
Vibration Damper
Gas Analysis System
Trajectory Planning System

3,591 patents:

1. 12772425 - Power module for a converter with improved field shielding of signal pins (2026-10-20),
2. 12769694 - Method and control device for reliable on-board communication (2026-10-20),
3. 12768421 - Motor vehicle vibration damper (2026-10-20),
4. 12766903 - Running gear component having a structural part, and method for producing such a running gear component (2026-10-20),
5. 12760789 - Transmission housing and vehicle transmission (2026-10-13),
6. 12759628 - Apparatus and method for controlling a vehicle (2026-10-13),
7. 12759358 - Torque rod with improved bushing retention (2026-10-13),
8. 12755899 - Wire-coil providing device for moving a plurality of wire coils during the production of coil windings (2026-10-06),
9. 12749938 - Distributed winding (2026-09-29),
10. 12749936 - Rotor arrangement for improved cooling of a rotor (2026-09-29),
11. 12741433 - Method for marking a vehicle tire, and marking station (2026-09-22),
12. 12738791 - Electric machine with a connection ring assembly, and method for connecting a connection ring assembly to a conductor element (2026-09-15),
13. 12736416 - Method and device for determining a semiconductor temperature of a semiconductor element, converter, electric axel drive, and motor vehicle (2026-09-15),
14. 12735143 - Drive assembly for a bicycle, and bicycle (2026-09-15),
15. 12735097 - Method and control unit for operating an actuator of a steer-by-wire steering system (2026-09-15),
Company Overview
ZF Friedrichshafen AG is a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, specializing in power electronics and advanced vehicle systems. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions such as power electronics modules, electric drivetrains, and vehicle transmission systems. ZF is also engaged in the creation of safety and comfort technologies, including crash detection systems and active dynamic sun visors. Headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany, ZF plays a crucial role in shaping the future of mobility through its commitment to engineering excellence and sustainability.
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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3,591 Patents

#1 in Friedrichshafen

#18 in Germany

#261 in the World

Friedrichshafen, DE
Friedrichshafen, Germany

Zf Friedrichshafen Ag

Forward Citations = 17,606

2,956 inventors:

goldMedal Stefan Beck (180 out of 186 patents)

silverMedal Johannes Kaltenbach (164 out of 169 patents)

bronzeMedal Peter Ziemer (151 out of 156 patents)

4.  Gerhard Gumpoltsberger (149 out of 154 patents)

5.  Christian Sibla (99 out of 100 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Zf Friedrichshafen Ag. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/zf-friedrichshafen-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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