Eric M Terpsma

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents, plus 5 CIPO patents and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Vehicle Hitches. Top assignee: Saf-Holland Gmbh. Active years: 2008-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Eric M Terpsma. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/eric-m-terpsma

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 20

% Patents Active = 90.0

CIPO Patents = 5

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 84(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

20 out of 291

Saf-Holland Gmbh

patents

Years Active: 2008-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Vehicle

Hitch

Fifth Wheel

Pintle Hook

Lock System

Coupler

Assembly

Kingpin

Distance Compensation

Drawbar

Latch

Bracket

20 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12397599 - Supply line distance compensation system for use in a vehicle (2025-08-26),

2. 9242519 - Automatic lock system for vehicle hitch assembly (2016-01-26),

3. 9016708 - Fifth wheel hitch kingpin assembly (2015-04-28),

4. D726518 - Spanner socket (2015-04-14),

5. 8960704 - Fifth wheel hitch kingpin assembly (2015-02-24),

6. D714193 - Pintle hook coupler bracket (2014-09-30),

7. 8708362 - Automatic lock system for vehicle hitch assembly (2014-04-29),

8. D701445 - Pintle hook latch assembly (2014-03-25),

9. D699095 - Pintle latch (2014-02-11),

10. D698287 - Hitch (2014-01-28),

11. 8608187 - Flange mount drawbar with self-aligning snubber (2013-12-17),

12. 8540270 - Hitch coupler (2013-09-24),

13. D688172 - Pintle hook (2013-08-20),

14. D688169 - Pintle hook assembly (2013-08-20),

15. D687748 - Pintle hook assembly (2013-08-13),

Title: Inventor Eric M Terpsma

Introduction: Eric M Terpsma is a prolific inventor based in Holland, MI, known for his innovative contributions in various fields.

Latest Patents: Eric M Terpsma holds several patents in the areas of technology, healthcare, and consumer products, showcasing his diverse range of expertise.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Eric M Terpsma has been recognized for his groundbreaking inventions that have significantly impacted industries and improved people's lives.

Collaborations: Eric M Terpsma has collaborated with leading companies, research institutions, and universities to bring his inventions to the market, demonstrating his ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Conclusion: Eric M Terpsma's passion for innovation and his dedication to creating impactful solutions make him a standout figure in the world of inventors.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.