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Hamburg, Germany

Dirk Schäfer

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications, primarily in X-Ray Imaging. Top assignees: Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v., Ion Beam Applications S.a.. Active years: 2008-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Dirk Schäfer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/dirk-schafer

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 81.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 36(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 21,919 
 
Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 139 
 
Ion Beam Applications S.a.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2008-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Wireless CT Data Transmission
X-Ray System Error Tracking
Image Reconstruction
Radiography
Guidance Device
Spectral Projection
Adaptive Segmentation
Interventional X-Ray
Phase Contrast Imaging
C-Arm System
Metal Artifact Correction
Radiation Detector
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12502155 - Wireless CT data transmission (2025-12-23),
2. 11419571 - X-ray system error tracking and calibration (2022-08-23),
3. 11219425 - Redundancy-weighted image reconstruction for short-scan X-ray tomography with an off-center X-ray detector (2022-01-11),
4. 11127173 - Scaled radiography reconstruction (2021-09-21),
5. 10939881 - Guidance device for a tee probe (2021-03-09),
6. 10769787 - Device for projecting a guidance image on a subject (2020-09-08),
7. 10736590 - Spectral projection extension (2020-08-11),
8. 10561383 - Imaging system for imaging an elongated region of interest of an object (2020-02-18),
9. 10417765 - Adaptive segmentation for rotational C-arm computed tomography with a reduced angular range (2019-09-17),
10. 10172574 - Interventional X-ray system with automatic iso-centering (2019-01-08),
11. 9895117 - Grating device for phase contrast and/or dark-field imaging of a movable object (2018-02-20),
12. 9867586 - Stereo X-ray tube based suppression of outside body high contrast objects (2018-01-16),
13. 9842414 - Monochromatic attenuation contrast image generation by using phase contrast CT (2017-12-12),
14. 9439605 - C-arm system with extended field of view (2016-09-13),
15. 9275454 - Motion compensated second pass metal artifact correction for CT slice images (2016-03-01),

Title: Dirk Schäfer: Innovator in X-ray Tomography

Introduction

Dirk Schäfer is a prominent inventor based in Hamburg, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of X-ray tomography, holding a total of 16 patents. His work focuses on improving imaging techniques, particularly in medical applications.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Redundancy-weighted image reconstruction for short-scan X-ray tomography with an off-center X-ray detector." This invention addresses the challenges of off-center detector X-ray tomography by utilizing projection data acquired during a rotation of an X-ray source and an off-center detector. The method involves redundancy weighting of the projection data to enhance image quality. Another notable patent is "Scaled radiography reconstruction," which presents a solution to artifacts that can occur during 3D X-ray or proton radiography reconstruction. This invention aims to mitigate issues arising from inconsistencies in redundant projections.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Dirk Schäfer has worked with notable companies such as Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.V. and Ion Beam Applications S.A. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative techniques in imaging technology.

Collaborations

Dirk has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Michael Grass and Eberhard Sebastian Hansis. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and the successful development of his patents.

Conclusion

Dirk Schäfer's contributions to X-ray tomography and imaging technology have established him as a key figure in the field. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing medical imaging techniques.

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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