Dietrich J Bahr

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Electro-Erosion Printing. Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 1977-1985.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Dietrich J Bahr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/dietrich-j-bahr

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 20

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 48(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

20 out of 166,425

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

Years Active: 1977-1985

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Areas of Expertise:

Electro-Erosion Printing

Record Carrier

Metal Paper Printer

Print Head

Lacquer Production

Sliding Layer

Control Circuit

Compact Lacquer Layers

Electrosensitive Record Carrier

Step Motor Drive

Multiple-Electrode Print Head

Heat-Resistant Lacquer

20 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 4539227 - Method of making a metallic soap layer as a gliding layer on a (1985-09-03),

2. 4536769 - Method of recording information on an electrosensitive record carrier (1985-08-20),

3. 4483902 - Record carrier (1984-11-20),

4. 4419392 - Process for producing compact lacquer layers for record carriers (1983-12-06),

5. 4396993 - Control circuit for a printing head of a metal paper printer with (1983-08-02),

6. 4395715 - Method and arrangement for controlling the print current in metal paper (1983-07-26),

7. 4392143 - Record carrier for electro-erosion printers (1983-07-05),

8. 4387119 - Process for generating a sliding layer on the surface of an (1983-06-07),

9. 4381322 - Process for producing a sliding layer on the surface of an (1983-04-26),

10. 4376943 - Record carrier for an electro-erosion printer and method for making same (1983-03-15),

11. 4369271 - Lacquer for record carriers, and process for its production (1983-01-18),

12. 4362843 - Process for producing a polymerized, heat-resistant lacquer (1982-12-07),

13. 4359484 - Process for reducing traces of abrasion or scratches on the surface of a (1982-11-16),

14. 4339477 - Process for preparing a pigmented lacquer (1982-07-13),

15. 4320330 - Apparatus and method for determining step motor drive pulse timing by (1982-03-16),

Title: **Dietrich J Bahr: Innovating in Electrosensitive Record Carriers**

Introduction

Dietrich J Bahr is a prolific inventor based in Herrenberg, Germany, renowned for his contributions to the field of record carrier technologies. With a remarkable portfolio of 20 patents, Bahr has made significant advancements in methods that enhance the functionality and efficiency of electrosensitive record carriers.

Latest Patents

Among Bahr's latest patents is a groundbreaking method for making a metallic soap layer as a gliding layer on record carriers. This innovative technique involves producing a sufficiently thick gliding layer on the recording surface, which consists of an aluminum layer applied over a lacquer layer. By incorporating a fatty acid or a mixture of fatty acids with one lacquer layer and combining metal-diketone or metal-keto-ester with the other, the invention enhances the properties of the record carrier. Additionally, Bahr's patent titled "Method of Recording Information on an Electrosensitive Record Carrier" presents a sophisticated approach for recording information using a movable print head and a control circuit, ensuring precise print processes through careful management of print pulses.

Career Highlights

Bahr currently works with International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), a company synonymous with technological innovation. His career at IBM has positioned him at the forefront of research and development, allowing him to contribute to advancements in the record carrier technology landscape.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Bahr has collaborated with other talented individuals, including Marian Briska and Karl H Burckardt. These collaborations have further enriched the research output and innovation within the realm of electrosensitive record carriers.

Conclusion

Dietrich J Bahr stands out as a notable figure in the world of patents and innovation, particularly in the development of electrosensitive record carriers. His inventive solutions continue to influence the industry, paving the way for new possibilities and improvements in recording technologies. As technology evolves, Bahr's contributions remain essential for the future of this field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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