Houston, TX, United States of America

Christian W Knudsen

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Carbotek, Inc.. Active years: 1987-1996.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Christian W Knudsen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/christian-w-knudsen

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 386(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1987-1996

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Biography of Inventor Christian W. Knudsen

Introduction: Christian W. Knudsen is an innovative inventor based in Houston, Texas, known for his contributions to the field of lunar resource utilization. He holds a total of six patents, showcasing his expertise in developing advanced technologies for space exploration.

Latest Patents: His latest patents include an "Apparatus for manufacture of oxygen from lunar ilmenite" and an "Integrated lunar materials manufacturing process." The first patent describes a reactor apparatus designed for the production of lunar oxygen using a feedstock of lunar ilmenite and ferrous agglutinates. This apparatus features three vertically spaced fluidized zones and a solid-to-gas RF-dielectric heater for efficient processing. The second patent outlines a method for creating structural radiation shielding blocks from chemically reduced lunar ilmenite, compacted and sintered into durable construction materials.

Career Highlights: Christian is currently employed at Carbotek, Inc., where he continues to push the boundaries of innovation in lunar manufacturing processes. His work focuses on utilizing lunar resources to support future space missions and habitation.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Christian has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Michael A. Gibson and Charles R. Stahl, contributing to a dynamic and innovative work environment.

Conclusion: Christian W. Knudsen's pioneering work in lunar resource utilization positions him as a significant

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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