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Munich, Germany

Alexander Pfaffinger

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 23 EPO patents, primarily in Printed Circuit Board Production. Top assignees: Siemens Aktiengesellschaft, Other. Active years: 2014-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Alexander Pfaffinger. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/alexander-pfaffinger

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 22 

% Patents Active = 95.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • München, DE (2014 - 2020)
  • Munich, DE (2020 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal21 out of 30,893 
 
Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 2014-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Assembly Line Optimization
Circuit Board Population
Pick-and-Place Technology
Production Throughput
Component Assignment
Machining Systems
Batch Size Determination
Control Devices
Electronic Components
Manufacturing Efficiency
Set-Up Families
Process Optimization
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12547159 - Computer-implemented method for determining an optimum assignment of module types to an assembly line selected with regard to its assembly capacity (2026-02-10),
2. 12495533 - Method and device for populating circuit boards by fixedly assigned components on at least two assembly lines (2025-12-09),
3. 12229486 - Method for determining set-up families for a pick-and-place line for populating circuit boards with electronic components (2025-02-18),
4. 11523553 - Method and control device for the processing-time-optimized production of printed circuit boards on a pick-and-place line (2022-12-06),
5. 11395448 - Method and control device for the throughput-optimized production of printed circuit boards on a plurality of pick-and-place lines (2022-07-19),
6. 11363750 - Method and control device for the throughput-optimised production of printed circuit boards on a pick-and-place line (2022-06-14),
7. 11284551 - Method and device for determining the maximum number of constant tables in a plurality of pick-and-place lines having pick-and-place machines (2022-03-22),
8. 11240951 - Method and device for allocating assemblies to placement lines (2022-02-01),
9. 11157840 - Method and device for determining optimum batch sizes (2021-10-26),
10. 10842024 - Method and system for populating printed circuit boards (2020-11-17),
11. 10750650 - Method and apparatus for assigning assemblies to component fitting lines (2020-08-18),
12. 10743449 - Method and system for populating printed circuit boards and computer program product for carrying out the method (2020-08-11),
13. 10691115 - Machining system and method, control device and computer program product for controlling a machining system with a machine tool (2020-06-23),
14. 10555422 - Method and system for populating printed circuit boards (2020-02-04),
15. 10470348 - Method for populating printed circuit boards (2019-11-05),

Title: Innovations by Alexander Pfaffinger in Circuit Board Technology

Introduction

Alexander Pfaffinger, based in Munich, Germany, is a prominent inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 20 patents. His innovative work primarily focuses on methods and devices aimed at optimizing the production processes of printed circuit boards, significantly impacting the electronics manufacturing industry.

Latest Patents

Among his latest advancements, Pfaffinger has developed a method for determining set-up families for a pick-and-place line involved in populating circuit boards with electronic components. This method streamlines the production process by defining set-up families as a group of circuit boards that can be populated with a consistent number of component types without the need for reconfiguration. It employs integer linear programming to optimize component assignments, thereby minimizing the total component types used per set-up family.

In addition, he has created a method and control device for feedback-free, unidirectional data transmission between network zones. This innovative transmission device consists of a data export device that reformats network data into a transport data format, allowing for efficient data relay to a remote application server. Through these patents, Pfaffinger continues to push the boundaries of efficiency and productivity within the printed circuit board manufacturing sector.

Career Highlights

Pfaffinger’s career includes significant contributions while working at Siemens Aktiengesellschaft, where he has honed his expertise in electronics and manufacturing processes. His continuous commitment to innovation has led to the development of advanced methodologies that benefit the industry as a whole.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Pfaffinger has collaborated with notable professionals such as Christian Royer and Daniel Craiovan. These partnerships have fostered an environment for shared knowledge and innovation, enhancing the effectiveness of their collective work in the field.

Conclusion

Alexander Pfaffinger stands out as a key figure in the development of innovative technologies for circuit board manufacturing. His 20 patents reflect his deep commitment to enhancing production efficiency and the ongoing evolution of electronics. Through his contributions, he has not only advanced his career but has also made a lasting impact on the industry as a whole.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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