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Seattle, WA, United States of America

Darrin John Haugen

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignees: K-2 Corporation, K2 Sports, LLC. Active years: 2004-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Darrin John Haugen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/darrin-john-haugen

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 71.4


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 140(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Seattle, WA (US) (2004 - 2008)
  • Burien, WA (US) (2016 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 172 
 
K-2 Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 3 
 
K2 Sports, LLC
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2020

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10857445 - Ski with composite structure having arcuate fibers (2020-12-08),
2. 9241532 - Ski/walk mechanism (2016-01-26),
3. 7419187 - Double klap flex base boot with heel linkage (2008-09-02),
4. 7246803 - Tool-less size-adjustable in-line skate (2007-07-24),
5. 7137635 - Expandable in-line skate (2006-11-21),
6. 6918601 - Tool-less size-adjustable in-line skate (2005-07-19),
7. 6775928 - Lacing system for skates (2004-08-17),

Title: Darrin John Haugen: Innovator in Ski Technology

Introduction

Darrin John Haugen is a notable inventor based in Seattle, WA, with a focus on innovations in ski technology. He holds a total of seven patents, showcasing his commitment to enhancing the skiing experience through advanced design and engineering.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a ski featuring a composite structure with arcuate fibers. This innovative ski design includes an elongate core and a fiber-reinforced composite layer. The composite layer consists of two distinct groups of fibers, each following an arcuate path that enhances the ski's performance. Another significant patent is the ski/walk mechanism, which introduces a stiffness mechanism for ski boots. This mechanism allows for the selective adjustment of stiffness, providing skiers with the flexibility they need for both skiing and walking.

Career Highlights

Darrin has worked with prominent companies in the skiing industry, including K2 Corporation and K2 Sports, LLC. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in ski design and innovation.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Darrin has collaborated with talented individuals such as John Erik Svensson and Thomas M Sauter. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking ski technologies.

Conclusion

Darrin John Haugen's contributions to ski technology through his patents

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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