This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Abb Schweiz Ag, Abb Technology Ag. Active years: 2013-2020.
Location History:
- Zurich, CH (2013)
- Zürich, CH (2018 - 2020)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2013-2020
Title: Innovations of Hans-Joerg Maag
Introduction
Hans-Joerg Maag is a notable inventor based in Zurich, Switzerland. He has made significant contributions to the field of communication technologies, particularly in the context of power networks. With a total of 3 patents to his name, Maag's work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and security of data transmission in substations.
Latest Patents
One of Maag's latest patents is titled "Tunnelling time-critical messages between substations over WAN." This method involves transmitting time-critical messages in an OSI layer 2 network tunnel from a first Intelligent Electronic Device (IED) in a first substation to a second IED in a second substation over a Wide Area Network (WAN). The process includes creating a translation table for message parameters, defining a virtual IED, and ensuring the secure forwarding of messages.
Another significant patent is the "Security framework for transmitting communication messages between a substation LAN and packet-switched WAN." This invention provides a network interface designed to transmit communication data, including protection data, between a Substation Ethernet LAN and a packet-switched WAN. The network interface features a firewall, a Layer 3 router, and a Layer 2 bypass to ensure secure data transmission.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Hans-Joerg Maag has worked with prominent companies such as ABB Schweiz AG and ABB Technology AG. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that address critical challenges in power communication networks.
Collaborations
Maag has collaborated with notable professionals in his field, including Dominique Cachin and Christian Leeb. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his inventions and the successful implementation of his ideas.
Conclusion
Hans-Joerg Maag's contributions to the field of communication technologies, particularly in power networks, demonstrate his innovative spirit and dedication to enhancing data transmission security. His patents reflect a commitment to improving the efficiency and reliability of communication systems in substations.

