Muelheim, Germany

Hans Pircher

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Thyssen Stahl Ag, Thyssenkrupp Stahl Ag. Active years: 1987-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hans Pircher. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hans-pircher

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 92.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 135(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Mulheim an der Ruhr, DE (1987)
  • Mulheim, DE (1990 - 1999)
  • Mulheim/Ruhr, DE (2000)
  • Mülheim/Ruhr, DE (2003)
  • Mülheim, DE (2001 - 2010)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1987-2010

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Hans Pircher

Introduction

Hans Pircher is a notable inventor based in Mülheim, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of metallurgy, particularly in the production of hot strips from magnesium and steel alloys. With a total of 13 patents to his name, his work has advanced the manufacturing processes in the industry.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a method for producing a magnesium hot strip. This invention involves continuously casting a melt from a magnesium alloy to form a roughed strip with a maximum thickness of 50 mm. The cast roughed strip is then hot-rolled directly from the cast heat at a temperature between 250°C and 500°C, achieving a final thickness of up to 4 mm. This method allows for the production of magnesium sheets with improved deformability while reducing manufacturing effort and costs. Another significant patent is a method for producing a hot-rolled strip that features good forming ability and increased strength. This process involves continuously finish rolling a hot strip produced from continuous casting and cooling it in at least two phases of accelerated cooling, achieving a cooling rate of at least 150°C/s.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hans Pircher has worked with prominent companies in the steel industry, including Thyssen Stahl AG and Thyssenkrupp Stahl AG. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in metallurgical processes and innovations.

Collaborations

Hans has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Rudolf Kawalla and Gerd Sussek, further enhancing his contributions to the field.

Conclusion

Hans Pircher's innovative methods in producing hot strips have significantly impacted the metallurgy industry. His patents reflect a commitment to improving manufacturing processes and material properties. His work continues to influence advancements in the field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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