Brookfield, WI, United States of America

Joseph Charles Zuercher

This inventor holds 32 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Arc Fault Detection. Top assignees: Eaton Corporation, Eaton-Kenway, Inc., Gaton Corporation. Active years: 1990-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Joseph Charles Zuercher. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/joseph-charles-zuercher

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 32 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 90.6

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 19

Forward Citations = 932(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Whitefish Bay, WI (US) (1990)
Brookfield, WI (US) (1991 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

Eaton Corporation at Eaton Center

patent

6. 1 out of 1

Eaton Corporation, Cutler-Hammer Products

patent

7. 1 out of 645

Gas Research Institute

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1990-2014

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Areas of Expertise:

Arc Fault Detection

Electrical Switching

Current Regulation

Ultracapacitor Balancing

Proximity Sensors

Fault Detection

DC Electrical Systems

Vehicle Safety

Signal Processing

Monitoring Apparatus

32 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 8837097 - Protection, monitoring or indication apparatus for a direct current electrical generating apparatus or a plurality of strings (2014-09-16),

2. 8339093 - System and method of dynamic regulation of real power to a load (2012-12-25),

3. 8218274 - Direct current arc fault circuit interrupter, direct current arc fault detector, noise blanking circuit for a direct current arc fault circuit interrupter, and method of detecting arc faults (2012-07-10),

4. 8198870 - System and method for performing ultracapacitor cell balancing (2012-06-12),

5. 8040644 - Power distribution system and electrical switching apparatus employing a filter trap circuit to provide arc fault trip coordination (2011-10-18),

6. 7439744 - Automated arc generator and method to repeatably generate electrical arcs for AFCI testing (2008-10-21),

7. 7403129 - Electrical switching apparatus and method employing acoustic and current signals to distinguish between parallel and series arc faults (2008-07-22),

8. 7362552 - Arc fault circuit interrupter (2008-04-22),

9. 7349188 - Arc fault detector responsive to patterns in interval to interval change in integrated sensed current values (2008-03-25),

10. 7253640 - Arc fault detector and method for locating an arc fault (2007-08-07),

11. 7148696 - Electrical switching apparatus and method including fault detection employing acoustic signature (2006-12-12),

12. 7068045 - Apparatus and method for real time determination of arc fault energy, location and type (2006-06-27),

13. 6639768 - Arc fault detector immune to dimmer transients and a circuit breaker incorporating the same (2003-10-28),

14. 6590757 - Method and apparatus for detecting and suppressing a parallel arc fault (2003-07-08),

15. 6577138 - Apparatus for detecting arcing and overcurrents in dc electrical systems subject to cyclic disturbances (2003-06-10),

Title: Innovations and Patents of Joseph Charles Zuercher

Introduction

Joseph Charles Zuercher, based in Brookfield, Wisconsin, is a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 29 patents. His innovative designs and solutions have significantly contributed to advancements in electrical engineering and control systems. Zuercher's work exemplifies the intersection of creativity and technical expertise in the field of inventions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Zuercher has developed a "Protection, monitoring or indication apparatus for a direct current electrical generating apparatus or a plurality of strings." This invention includes a sophisticated protection apparatus equipped with multiple terminals, current sensors, voltage sensors, and a processor designed to deliver feed forward fault protection for direct current generating systems. Another notable patent is the "System and method of dynamic regulation of real power to a load," which focuses on optimizing the operation of an AC motor drive using an energy algorithm to determine the best voltage-frequency commands in real-time.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Joseph Zuercher has made significant strides while working for prominent companies like Eaton Corporation and Gaton Corporation. His roles in these organizations have allowed him to develop and refine his innovative technologies, contributing to their success in the competitive engineering landscape.

Collaborations

Zuercher's journey has also been shaped by collaboration with esteemed colleagues such as Jerome Kenneth Hastings and Steven Christopher Schmalz. Together, they have worked on various projects, fostering a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking inventions.

Conclusion

Joseph Charles Zuercher stands out as a distinguished inventor whose 29 patents reflect his commitment to innovation and engineering excellence. His work continues to inspire the field, demonstrating the valuable contributions of inventors in shaping technology and enhancing industrial practices.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.