Frank Langkabel

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.. Active years: 2014-2019.

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 (Patent Applications = 9)

% Patents Active = 15.4

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 4)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.3

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 19(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Ruesselsheim, DE (2014 - 2017)
Rüsselsheim, DE (2016 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

13 out of 31,869

Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.

patents

Years Active: 2014-2019

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13 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10442341 - Motor vehicle headlamp system, motor vehicle, method for operating a motor vehicle headlamp system as well as computer program product (2019-10-15),

2. 10293740 - Method for the operation of a headlight and motor vehicle headlight (2019-05-21),

3. 10285232 - Headlight for a motor vehicle (2019-05-07),

4. 9707885 - Motor vehicle with driver's gaze controlled headlamp and method (2017-07-18),

5. 9663024 - Method for controlling a headlamp (2017-05-30),

6. 9623793 - Method for controlling a headlight system of a motor vehicle and controller and device for carrying out the method (2017-04-18),

7. 9616804 - Method for adjusting the lighting range of a vehicle headlamp (2017-04-11),

8. 9566898 - Lighting device of a vehicle (2017-02-14),

9. 9514372 - Lane-tracking assistance system for a motor vehicle (2016-12-06),

10. 9243765 - Exterior light for a motor vehicle, and a method for manufacturing such a light (2016-01-26),

11. 8979335 - Headlight system for a motor vehicle (2015-03-17),

12. 8950918 - Vehicle lamp with light-emitting diode as light source (2015-02-10),

13. 8786190 - Lighting device for vehicles (2014-07-22),

Title: Frank Langkabel: Innovator in Automotive Headlamp Technology

Introduction

Frank Langkabel is a notable inventor based in Ruesselsheim, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of automotive technology, particularly in the development of advanced headlamp systems. With a total of 13 patents to his name, Langkabel's work has been instrumental in enhancing vehicle safety and functionality.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a motor vehicle headlamp system designed to emit a variable light distribution. This system includes a driver monitoring device that detects the driver's viewing direction and an environmental monitoring device that identifies objects in the vehicle's surroundings. The controller within the system adjusts the headlamp's light distribution to illuminate objects when the driver turns their gaze towards them. Additionally, he has developed a method for operating a headlight that adapts the light distribution based on the road's curvature, ensuring optimal visibility for drivers.

Career Highlights

Frank Langkabel is currently employed at GM Global Technology Operations, Inc., where he continues to push the boundaries of automotive innovation. His work has not only improved headlamp technology but has also contributed to the overall safety and efficiency of motor vehicles.

Collaborations

Langkabel has collaborated with talented colleagues such as Ingolf Schneider and Philipp Roeckl, further enhancing the innovative capabilities of his team.

Conclusion

Frank Langkabel's contributions to automotive headlamp technology exemplify the impact of innovation in enhancing vehicle safety. His patents reflect a commitment to improving the driving experience through advanced technology.