Antti Kallioniemi

This inventor holds 25 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 23 EPO patents, primarily in Elevator Systems. Top assignee: Kone Corporation. Active years: 2001-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Antti Kallioniemi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/antti-kallioniemi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 25 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 84.0

CIPO Patents = 3

EPO Patents = 23 (Patent Applications = 26)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 137(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Hyvinkää, FI (2006)
Tuusula, FI (2014)
Jokela, FI (2010 - 2020)
Helsinki, FI (2001 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

25 out of 1,089

Kone Corporation

patents

Years Active: 2001-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Overspeed Monitoring

Multicar Elevator

Emergency Stop

Call Allocation

Safety Arrangement

Electric Drive

Power Control

Braking Apparatus

Transport System

Drive Prevention Logic

Frequency Component Monitoring

Energy Storage

25 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12692128 - Multicar elevator system (2026-07-28),

2. 12692121 - Solution for overspeed monitoring of an elevator car (2026-07-28),

3. 12358754 - Solution for operating an elevator having different elevator car motion profiles (2025-07-15),

4. 12330907 - Operational entity and a multicar elevator system for controlling movement of a plurality of elevator cars of a multicar elevator system (2025-06-17),

5. 12071322 - Method, a multicar elevator system, and an operational entity for controlling movement of two or more elevator cars of a multicar elevator system (2024-08-27),

6. 10526165 - Passenger number based call allocation in an elevator system (2020-01-07),

7. 9950901 - Elevator arrangement and method for re-adjusting the elevator arrangement (2018-04-24),

8. 9873591 - Brake controller, elevator system and a method for performing an emergency stop with an elevator hoisting machine driven with a frequency converter (2018-01-23),

9. 9802790 - Drive device of an elevator with safety system (2017-10-31),

10. 9776829 - Elevator safety arrangement with drive prevention logic (2017-10-03),

11. 9604818 - Method for monitoring the operating condition of an elevator system on the basis of frequency component (2017-03-28),

12. 8890448 - Braking apparatus, electric drive, and elevator system (2014-11-18),

13. 8763760 - Adjustment device for controlling electric drive of an elevator, electric drive of an elevator and method for controlling electric drive of an elevator (2014-07-01),

14. 8714313 - Electrical power system with power limiting to network (2014-05-06),

15. 8638055 - Transport system (2014-01-28),

Title: Innovations in Elevator Systems: The Contributions of Antti Kallioniemi

Introduction

Antti Kallioniemi, a prominent inventor based in Jokela, Finland, has made significant contributions to the field of elevator technology. With a total of 21 patents to his name, Kallioniemi is recognized for his innovative approaches to enhancing elevator systems, making them more efficient and user-friendly.

Latest Patents

Among Kallioniemi's latest innovations are two noteworthy patents. The first is a method for controlling the movement of two or more elevator cars within a multicar elevator system. This invention allows users to manually select an elevator car via a user interface, while simultaneously controlling the movement of other elevator cars away from the driving area of the selected car. This method aims to improve the overall efficiency of elevator operations.

The second recent patent focuses on a passenger number-based call allocation system in an elevator system. This method constructs passenger batch size distributions for each pair of floors in a building, based on journeys taken by groups of passengers. When a call for an elevator is made, the system estimates the number of passengers waiting and allocates the call to an appropriate elevator that can accommodate them. This innovation enhances the responsiveness and service quality of elevator systems.

Career Highlights

Kallioniemi's professional journey is closely tied to his work at KONE Corporation, a globally recognized leader in elevator and escalator solutions. His role at the company has allowed him to apply and further develop his inventive ideas, contributing to advancements in elevator technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kallioniemi has collaborated with talented colleagues such as Lauri Stolt and Ari Kattainen. This collaborative environment fosters innovation and allows for the exchange of ideas that drive forward-thinking solutions in elevator design and functionality.

Conclusion

Antti Kallioniemi's impressive array of patents and his ongoing work at KONE Corporation signify his commitment to enhancing elevator systems. His innovative methods stand to transform the way elevators operate, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of this essential mode of transportation. As his work continues to evolve, Kallioniemi remains a key figure in the field of elevator technology and innovation.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.