Remscheid, Germany

Gerd Tannenlaufer

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Ford Motor Company Limited. Active years: 1985-1987.

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

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1985-1987

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Gerd Tannenlaufer: Innovator in Automotive Mechanisms

Introduction

Gerd Tannenlaufer is a notable inventor based in Remscheid, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the automotive industry, particularly in the development of mechanisms that enhance vehicle functionality. With a total of two patents to his name, Tannenlaufer's work reflects his commitment to innovation and engineering excellence.

Latest Patents

Tannenlaufer's latest patents include an "Adjusting mechanism for a Bowden cable" and an "Arrangement for controlling an air duct." The adjusting mechanism is designed for heating and ventilation flaps in motor vehicles. It features an outer cable sleeve connected to a casing, with an inner cable linked to a flexible push and pull element. This element is further connected to a sector-shaped lever arm, allowing for precise adjustments. The arrangement for controlling an air duct involves pivoting a flap relative to an air duct, utilizing actuating elements connected by film hinges. This design enables efficient movement of the closure flap, enhancing the vehicle's heating and ventilation system.

Career Highlights

Gerd Tannenlaufer is currently employed at Ford Motor Company Limited, where he applies his expertise in automotive engineering. His work focuses on creating innovative solutions that improve vehicle performance and user experience. Tannenlaufer's patents demonstrate his ability to address complex engineering challenges within the automotive sector.

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Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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