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Eagan, MN, United States of America

Ashok Muralidhar

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Transport Refrigeration. Top assignee: Thermo King Corporation. Active years: 2012-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ashok Muralidhar. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ashok-muralidhar

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 13 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 43(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 649 
 
Thermo King Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2012-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Transport Refrigeration
Battery Charger
Electrical Phase Loss
Current Control
Fluid Level Measurement
Multiphasic Alternator
High-Voltage Bus
Mobile Environment-Controlled Unit
Predictive Refrigeration
13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10236692 - Method and system for configuring a transport refrigeration unit battery charger for use in a transport refrigeration system (2019-03-19),
2. 9997947 - Offset current implementation for battery charger (2018-06-12),
3. 9960609 - Method and system for configuring a transport refrigeration unit battery charger for use in a transport refrigeration system (2018-05-01),
4. 9915462 - Current draw control in a transport refrigeraton system (2018-03-13),
5. 9802482 - Method and system for detecting and managing an electrical phase loss condition in a climate controlled transport system (2017-10-31),
6. 9431820 - Vehicle or environment-controlled unit having a multiphase alternator with a protected high-voltage bus (2016-08-30),
7. 9407108 - Offset current implementation for battery charger (2016-08-02),
8. 9172238 - Vehicle or environment-controlled unit having a multiphase alternator with a protected high-voltage bus (2015-10-27),
9. 8997513 - Fluid level measurement system and method (2015-04-07),
10. 8997512 - Fluid level measurement system and method (2015-04-07),
11. 8827017 - Vehicle or environment-controlled unit having a multiphase alternator with a protected high-voltage bus (2014-09-09),
12. 8692398 - Mobile environment-controlled unit having a magnetic sensor for a high-voltage alternating current bus (2014-04-08),
13. 8286437 - Transport refrigeration system with predictive refrigeration (2012-10-16),

Title: Inventor Spotlight: Ashok Muralidhar

Introduction

Ashok Muralidhar, based in Eagan, MN, is a prolific inventor with a substantial portfolio of 13 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in transport refrigeration technology, showcasing his innovative contributions to the field.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Ashok has developed a "Method and system for configuring a transport refrigeration unit battery charger for use in a transport refrigeration system." This unique approach involves receiving battery topology data to determine specific parameters for configuring a battery charging algorithm tailored to the battery's characteristics.

Additionally, he holds a patent for an "Offset current implementation for battery charger." This transport refrigeration unit battery charging system incorporates a programmable controller that facilitates dynamic load characterization based on internal current measurements. This innovation ensures optimal functionality across various modes of operation.

Career Highlights

Ashok Muralidhar currently works at Thermo King Corporation, a leading company in transport refrigeration solutions. His role contributes significantly to the development of energy-efficient systems that enhance the performance and reliability of transport refrigeration units.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Ashok has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Matthew S. Nelson and Robert N. Neddermeyer III. Together, they have pushed the boundaries of technology in transport refrigeration, further solidifying Ashok's reputation as a key innovator in the industry.

Conclusion

Ashok Muralidhar's contributions to the field of transport refrigeration technology underscore his role as an influential inventor. With numerous patents to his name and impactful collaborations, his work is paving the way for innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and operational performance in refrigeration systems.

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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