Bodolz, Germany

Christoph Rüchardt

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 4 EPO patents. Top assignee: Zf Friedrichshafen Ag. Active years: 2006-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Christoph Rüchardt. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/christoph-ruchardt

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 8 

% Patents Active = 12.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 15(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2006-2020

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Christoph Rüchardt: Innovator in Pneumatic Actuator Technology

Introduction

Christoph Rüchardt is a notable inventor based in Bodolz, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of pneumatic actuator technology, holding a total of 8 patents. His innovative methods have advanced the efficiency and reliability of transmission systems.

Latest Patents

Rüchardt's latest patents include a method for controlling a pneumatic actuator. This method involves a transmission with at least one sealing element positioned between two elements of the actuator that move relative to one another. The actuator is supplied with compressed air from an air supply system to actuate a transmission component. When the actuator's temperature falls below the glass transition temperature of the sealing element, pre-heated compressed air is used to warm the sealing element above this critical temperature. Another significant patent is a method for warming up a pneumatic clutch actuator. This method ensures that the clutch actuator maintains leakproofness by operating the drive aggregate at a higher rotational speed when the actuator's temperature is below the glass transition temperature of the sealing element.

Career Highlights

Christoph Rüchardt is associated with ZF Friedrichshafen AG, a leading company in automotive technology. His work has been instrumental in developing advanced solutions for pneumatic systems, enhancing the performance of various automotive components.

Collaborations

Rüchardt has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Otto Ebner and Klaus Schweiger. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative technologies in the automotive sector.

Conclusion

Christoph Rüchardt's contributions to pneumatic actuator technology demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a deep understanding of engineering principles and a dedication to improving automotive 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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