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Mühlenbach, Germany

Karl Griessbaum

This inventor holds 63 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 48 EPO patents, primarily in Fill Level Measurement (CPC class G01F). Top assignee: Vega Grieshaber Kg. Active years: 2001-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Karl Griessbaum. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/karl-griessbaum

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 63 

% Patents Active = 84.1

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 270(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 235(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Mühlenbach, DE (2004)
  • Muhlenbach, DE (2001 - 2021)
  • Muehlenbach, DE (2003 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal63 out of 490 
 
Vega Grieshaber Kg
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Fill Level Sensor
Radar Measurement
Echo Curve
Sensor Device
Energy Consumption
Media Characteristics
Topology Determination
Weight Apparatus
Reflection Microwave Barrier
Automated Frequency Adjustment
Moisture Content
Pulse Running Time
63 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12359957 - Electronic unit for a fill level measuring probe (2025-07-15),
2. 12190719 - Sensor device and expansion module (2025-01-07),
3. 11940313 - Fill level sensor with power limitation (2024-03-26),
4. 11516029 - Process measuring device having a plug-in memory unit (2022-11-29),
5. 11387543 - Field device having a metal housing, a connection line guided through a cable bushing and a radio module having an antenna (2022-07-12),
6. 11231492 - Radar fill level measurement device and method for operating a radar fill level measurement device (2022-01-25),
7. 11150122 - Fill level reflectometer having reference reflection (2021-10-19),
8. 11063368 - Antenna assembly for a level gauge (2021-07-13),
9. 11029187 - Fill level reflectometer having a variable measurement sequence (2021-06-08),
10. 11022475 - Fill level radar device having automated frequency adjustment (2021-06-01),
11. 11015969 - Fill level radar device having controlled transmission power (2021-05-25),
12. 10948333 - Radar level indicator having a short measurement time (2021-03-16),
13. 10866134 - Fill level measurement device having optimised energy consumption (2020-12-15),
14. 10704948 - Reflection microwave barrier (2020-07-07),
15. 10502610 - Propagation time sensor comprising a long-term energy store (2019-12-10),

Title: Innovations and Achievements of Karl Griessbaum

Introduction

Karl Griessbaum, based in Muehlenbach, Germany, is an accomplished inventor with an impressive portfolio of 62 patents. His work primarily focuses on sensor technologies, which play a crucial role in various industrial applications. Griessbaum's innovative contributions have significantly advanced the field of measurement and control systems.

Latest Patents

Among his recent inventions, Griessbaum has developed two noteworthy patents. The first is a **Sensor Device and Expansion Module**, designed for process variable determination in industrial environments. This device includes a sensor base equipped with circuitry that determines the process variable, alongside mechanical and communication interfaces for accommodating and transmitting data to expansion modules.

The second patent is the **Fill Level Sensor with Power Limitation**, which embodies a measuring device featuring a sensor unit for detecting measurement signals. This device integrates upstream measuring electronics, a signal processing circuit, an input interface, and a power limitation circuit to effectively manage power supplied by an external source.

Career Highlights

Karl Griessbaum is an integral part of Vega Grieshaber KG, a company known for its advanced measurement technology solutions. His role as a leading inventor has positioned him at the forefront of innovation within the company, where he continuously drives the development of new products to meet evolving industrial needs.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Griessbaum has worked alongside talented colleagues, including Josef Fehrenbach and Roland Welle. Their collaborative efforts have fostered a creative environment that has yielded groundbreaking inventions and contributed to the company’s success in the measurement technology sector.

Conclusion

Karl Griessbaum's dedication to innovation and his extensive patent portfolio reflect his significant impact on the field of sensor technology. His contributions not only enhance industrial processes but also underscore the importance of collaboration in driving advancements in measurement solutions. As he continues to push the boundaries of technology, the industry eagerly anticipates his future inventions.

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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