Muehltal, Germany

Eike Poetsch

This inventor holds 155 USPTO granted patents and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Liquid Crystal Technology (CPC class 25229963). Top assignees: Merck Patent Gesellschaft MIT Beschrankter Haftung, Merck Patent Gmbh, Merck Patent Gesellschaft. Active years: 1980-2015.


% Patents Active = 87.1

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.9

ph-index = 17

Forward Citations = 1,227(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,036(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Muehital, DE (1992)
  • Mohltal, DE (1994)
  • Mu/ hltal, DE (1996)
  • Muhltal, JP (1996)
  • Muhtal, DE (1992 - 1998)
  • Muhltal 6, DE (1998 - 1999)
  • Muhltal, DE (1986 - 2004)
  • Mühltal, DE (US) (2004)
  • Darmstadt, DE (1980 - 2005)
  • Mühltal, DE (2001 - 2007)
  • Muchltal, DE (2008)
  • Mühital, DE (2008)
  • Muehltal, DE (1988 - 2015)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1980-2015

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Areas of Expertise:
Liquid-Crystalline Compounds
Liquid-Crystal Medium
Electro-Optical Displays
Pyran Derivatives
Phenylcyclohexanes
Cocatalysts
Tetrahydropyran
Naphthalene Derivatives
Spiro Compounds
Cyclobutane Derivatives
Organoaluminium Complexes
Fluoroterphenyl Compounds
155 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Eike Poetsch: Exceptional Innovator in Polymers and Liquid Crystal Mediums

Introduction:

In the dynamic world of innovations and patents, Eike Poetsch has emerged as a name to reckon with. Hailing from Muhltal, Germany, Poetsch has made remarkable contributions in the field of polymers and liquid-crystal mediums. With an impressive number of 155 patents under his belt, his groundbreaking inventions have revolutionized opto-electronic components and liquid crystal technology.

Latest Patents:

Among his notable recent inventions is the development of "Polymers made from mixtures comprising vinyl ether monomers." This invention presents curable mixtures that find applications in sealing, encapsulation, bonding, or coating of critical opto-electronic components like OLEDs, solar cells, optical sensors, and liquid-crystal displays. By utilizing vinyl ethers as the primary component, Poetsch's innovation offers enhanced performance and broader scope for these advanced technologies.

Poetsch's expertise extends to the realm of liquid-crystal mediums as well. His most recent patent, titled "Liquid-crystal medium," explores a mixture of polar compounds with positive dielectric anisotropy. The novel composition, featuring compounds of formula I in combination with compounds from formulae IA and IB, increases the performance and versatility of liquid-crystal mediums. This invention holds promise for enhancing the visual and display technologies we encounter in our everyday lives.

Career Highlights:

Throughout his career, Eike Poetsch has made significant contributions to the field of materials science and engineers. Many of his valuable innovations have been realized during his tenure at Merck Patent Gesellschaft Mit Beschrankter Haftung and Merck Patent GmbH. These companies, renowned for their advancements in various domains, fostered an environment that fueled Poetsch's creativity and exploration of novel solutions. His remarkable achievements at these institutions have solidified his reputation as a pioneer in the industry.

Collaborations:

Collaboration plays a pivotal role in innovation, enabling inventors to push boundaries and deliver transformative impact. Poetsch has had the privilege of working alongside accomplished colleagues, such as Volker Reiffenrath and Reinhard Hittich. Their combined expertise and shared passion for advancing the field have undoubtedly influenced Poetsch's journey, spurring him to reach new heights in his inventive endeavors.

Conclusion:

Eike Poetsch's remarkable career and extensive patent portfolio in the areas of polymers and liquid-crystal mediums demonstrate his extraordinary talent and dedication to innovation. His pioneering work has propelled the development of opto-electronic components, allowing for advancements in OLEDs, solar cells, optical sensors, and liquid-crystal displays. Poetsch's collaborations and achievements in esteemed companies further illustrate his standing as a prominent inventor in the industry. As we anticipate further breakthroughs from his ingenuity, his contributions continue to shape the innovations of tomorrow.

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