This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Fronius International Gmbh. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Franz Hofmanninger: Innovator in Welding Technology
Introduction: Franz Hofmanninger is an accomplished inventor based in Wels-Thalheim, Austria. He is currently associated with Fronius International GmbH, a company renowned for its advancements in welding technology. Although he has not yet been granted any patents, his contributions to the field are noteworthy.
Latest Patent Applications: Hofmanninger has been actively involved in developing innovative solutions for welding applications. His latest patent applications include:
1. **Welding Assembly Comprising a Welding Device and a Welding Component Connected to the Welding Device** - This application focuses on reducing the draining of HF ignition energy via a data line for data transmission between a welding device and another part of a welding assembly. It introduces a decoupling apparatus that ensures galvanic separation of the data line through a wireless coupling path.
2. **Method and Device for Limiting Energy When Igniting an Arc** - This application aims to ensure the safe operation of a welding apparatus. It describes a process where low-voltage pulses are transformed into high-voltage pulses to ignite an arc between an electrode and a workpiece. The application includes a mechanism to monitor and limit the ignition energy to prevent excessive high-voltage pulses.
Conclusion: Franz Hofmanninger is a dedicated inventor whose work at Fronius International GmbH reflects his commitment to advancing welding technology. His innovative patent applications demonstrate his potential to contribute significantly to the field in the future.