Dirk Schulz

This inventor holds 26 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 18 EPO patents, primarily in Industrial Automation. Top assignee: Abb Schweiz Ag. Active years: 2017-2026.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 73.1

EPO Patents = 18 (Patent Applications = 30)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

26 out of 2,918

Abb Schweiz Ag

patents

Years Active: 2017-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Process Automation

AI Modules

Network Configuration

Modular Plants

Control Logic

Communication Systems

Intent-Based Automation

Workload Execution

Device Commissioning

Optimization

Surveillance

Root Cause Analysis

26 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12681462 - Broker entity to bridge semantic gaps for information produced in industrial plants (2026-07-14),

2. 12669810 - Orchestrating deterministic workload execution (2026-06-30),

3. 12664221 - Negotiation of information contracts between information providers and consumers (2026-06-23),

4. 12587447 - Method for optimizing a process automation network (2026-03-24),

5. 12585981 - Managing an installed base of artificial intelligence modules (2026-03-24),

6. 12572127 - Method for providing a service-based control application for an industrial plant (2026-03-10),

7. 12568084 - Method for device commissioning in a network system and network system (2026-03-03),

8. 12470458 - Computer implemented method for configuring a process network (2025-11-11),

9. 12464405 - Orchestrating network usage under the threat of unexpected bandwidth shortages (2025-11-04),

10. 12379715 - Computerized optimization of an engineered modular plant topology (2025-08-05),

11. 12362912 - Secure provisioning of devices in industrial automation systems (2025-07-15),

12. 12298751 - Modularized model predictive control for industrial plants (2025-05-13),

13. 12222709 - Intent-based automation engineering method (2025-02-11),

14. 12153406 - Method and system to generate control logic for performing industrial processes (2024-11-26),

15. 11961386 - Computer-implemented method for determining an operational state of an industrial plant (2024-04-16),

Title: Dirk Schulz: Innovator in Industrial Automation

Introduction

Dirk Schulz is a prominent inventor based in Meckenheim, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of industrial automation, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on optimizing processes and enhancing security in automation systems.

Latest Patents

One of Dirk Schulz's latest patents is titled "Computerized optimization of an engineered modular plant topology." This invention involves a computer-implemented method that optimizes the utilization of resources and capabilities within process modules. The method includes obtaining the amount of a resource and dividing it by the maximum amount to determine theoretical utilization. It also involves searching for candidate process modules to replace existing ones, ensuring an optimized plant topology.

Another notable patent is "Secure provisioning of devices in industrial automation systems." This method addresses the secure supply of data for parameterizing devices in automation systems. It includes the use of a machine-readable standardized container that contains an encrypted primary security credential, establishing trust between the device and the automation system.

Career Highlights

Dirk Schulz is currently employed at Abb Schweiz AG, where he continues to innovate in the field of industrial automation. His expertise and inventions have significantly impacted the efficiency and security of automation processes.

Collaborations

Dirk has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Mario Hoernicke and Raoul Jetley. Their combined efforts contribute to the advancement of technology in their field.

Conclusion

Dirk Schulz is a key figure in the realm of industrial automation, with a strong portfolio of patents that enhance both efficiency and security. His contributions are vital to the ongoing evolution of automation technologies.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.