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Maxton, NC, United States of America

Zf Meritor, LLC

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USPTO Granted Patents = 49

% Expired Patents = 12.2

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 227

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42 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Robert Anthony Sayman (12 out of 22 patents)

James Henry Devore (10 out of 12 patents)

Kenneth T Picone (10 out of 14 patents)

4. Ronald Peter Muetzel (9 out of 16 patents)

5. Patrick L Scheib (8 out of 9 patents)

6. Peggy Marie Garrett (8 out of 9 patents)

7. Landon Ball (6 out of 6 patents)

8. Muneer Abusamra (5 out of 16 patents)

9. Charles E Allen, Jr (5 out of 19 patents)

10. Jonathan S Rose (5 out of 6 patents)

11. Karl-Fritz Heinzelmann (3 out of 21 patents)

12. Ludger Ronge (3 out of 12 patents)

13. Winfried Sturmer (3 out of 13 patents)

14. Loren Christopher Dreier (3 out of 7 patents)

15. Andrzej Szadkowski (3 out of 9 patents)

Core Competencies:

Centrifugal Clutch

Transmission Synchronizer

Shift Sequencing

Engine Braking

Clutch Control

Torque Control

Transmission Housing

Adaptive Shifting

Driveline Control

Detent Assembly

Torsional Vibration Damper

Auxiliary Gear Box

49 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7727111 - Vehicle driveline control including open clutch indicator (2010-06-01),

2. 7306084 - Dynamic modification of centrifugal clutch (2007-12-11),

3. 7232021 - Method and assembly for controlling a centrifugal clutch (2007-06-19),

4. 7158872 - Method of timed shift to neutral in apparent stationary modes (2007-01-02),

5. 7149617 - Method of timed shift to neutral in apparent stationary modes (2006-12-12),

6. 7069807 - Adjustable shift detent assembly (2006-07-04),

7. 7069806 - Transmission auxiliary box seal system (2006-07-04),

8. 7013756 - Transmission with deep reduction low range splitter gear (2006-03-21),

9. 7000751 - Normally open clutch assembly device (2006-02-21),

10. 6973854 - Range and splitter system (2005-12-13),

11. 6966237 - First gear/reverse gate indicator switch (2005-11-22),

12. 6939268 - Vehicle transmission system with coast controls (2005-09-06),

13. 6874383 - Adaptive shift sequencing (2005-04-05),

14. 6769523 - Clutch control for overcoming tooth butt (2004-08-03),

15. 6769325 - Shift biased detent profile (2004-08-03),

Company Overview

Zf Meritor, LLC, based in Maxton, NC, specializes in advanced driveline technologies for the automotive sector. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions such as vehicle driveline control systems, centrifugal clutches, and transmission synchronizers. Their expertise extends to engine braking control and adaptive shift sequencing, enhancing vehicle performance and efficiency. With a commitment to engineering excellence, Zf Meritor plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of automotive drivetrains through cutting-edge technologies.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

49 Patents

#1 in Maxton, NC

#176 in North Carolina

#7,154 in US

#14,301 in the World

Maxton, NC, United States of America

Zf Meritor, LLC

Forward Citations = 227

42 inventors:

Robert Anthony Sayman (12 out of 22 patents)

James Henry Devore (10 out of 12 patents)

Kenneth T Picone (10 out of 14 patents)

4. Ronald Peter Muetzel (9 out of 16 patents)

5. Patrick L Scheib (8 out of 9 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Zf Meritor, LLC. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/zf-meritor

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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