Gerd Pfeiffer

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Photovoltaic Technology. Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, Globalfoundries Inc.. Active years: 2003-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Gerd Pfeiffer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/gerd-pfeiffer

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Patents Active = 28.6

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.6

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 36(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Austin, TX (US) (2013)
Poughquang, NY (US) (2014)
Poughquaz, NY (US) (2014)
Poughquag, NY (US) (2003 - 2016)
Hopewell Junction, NY (US) (2012 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

19 out of 166,425

International Business Machines Corporation

Years Active: 2003-2019

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Areas of Expertise:

Photovoltaic Module

Solar Cell Manufacture

Infrared Protection Layer

Efficiency Restoration

Electrical Leakage Reduction

Thin Layer Cells

SOI Wafer

Trench Capacitor

Deep Trench Capacitors

TSV Structures

Substrate Resistivity

Surface Roughness

21 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10319870 - Photovoltaic module with a controllable infrared protection layer (2019-06-11),

2. 9634165 - Regeneration method for restoring photovoltaic cell efficiency (2017-04-25),

3. 9252133 - Electrical leakage reduction in stacked integrated circuits having through-silicon-via (TSV) structures (2016-02-02),

4. 9246028 - Silicon solar cell manufacture (2016-01-26),

5. 9165819 - High linearity SOI wafer for low-distortion circuit applications (2015-10-20),

6. 8951896 - High linearity SOI wafer for low-distortion circuit applications (2015-02-10),

7. 8907494 - Electrical leakage reduction in stacked integrated circuits having through-silicon-via (TSV) structures (2014-12-09),

8. 8772079 - Backside contacting on thin layer photovoltaic cells (2014-07-08),

9. 8735212 - Silicon solar cell manufacture (2014-05-27),

10. 8679863 - Fine tuning highly resistive substrate resistivity and structures thereof (2014-03-25),

11. 8665575 - Solar module with overheat protection (2014-03-04),

12. 8637958 - Structure and method for forming isolation and buried plate for trench capacitor (2014-01-28),

13. 8614115 - Photovoltaic solar cell device manufacture (2013-12-24),

14. 8536035 - Silicon-on-insulator substrate and method of forming (2013-09-17),

15. 8535970 - Manufacturing process for making photovoltaic solar cells (2013-09-17),

Title: Innovations by Gerd Pfeiffer: A Pioneer in Photovoltaic Technology

Introduction: Gerd Pfeiffer, based in Poughquag, NY, is an accomplished inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 21 patents. His work primarily revolves around advancements in photovoltaic technology, focusing on improving solar energy efficiency and functionality.

Latest Patents: Among his latest innovations is a "Photovoltaic module with a controllable infrared protection layer." This invention encompasses an apparatus, system, and method that integrates a controllable infrared protection layer with a photovoltaic module. The protection layer can switch between two states, optimizing infrared radiation absorption to enhance efficiency. Another significant patent is the "Regeneration method for restoring photovoltaic cell efficiency," which outlines a procedure for regaining the effectiveness of photovoltaic cells through structured illumination and annealing processes. The combination of these methods promises significant advancements in solar technology.

Career Highlights: Gerd Pfeiffer has had a distinguished career, contributing to key innovations in the field of energy technology. He has worked with renowned companies such as IBM and Globalfoundries Inc., where he developed technologies that have had a lasting impact on the industry.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Pfeiffer has collaborated with notable professionals including Rainer Klaus Krause and Lawrence Alfred Clevenger. Their combined expertise has fostered innovation and pushed the boundaries of what is possible in photovoltaic technology.

Conclusion: Gerd Pfeiffer's contributions to the field of photovoltaics demonstrate a commitment to enhancing solar energy systems. With a growing number of patents, his work not only signifies personal achievement but also represents significant progress in renewable energy technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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