Karlheinz Brandenburg

This inventor holds 34 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications, plus 7 CIPO patents and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Audio Signal Processing. Top assignees: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Zur Foerderung Der Angewandten Forschung E.v., Technische Universitaet Ilmenau, Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Active years: 1991-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Karlheinz Brandenburg. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/karlheinz-brandenburg

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 34 (Patent Applications = 8)

% Patents Active = 91.2

CIPO Patents = 7

EPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 9)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.4

ph-index = 19

Forward Citations = 1,197(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Erlangen, DE (1991 - 2014)
Ilmenau, DE (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

31 out of 4,924

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Zur Foerderung Der Angewandten Forschung E.v.

patents

2 out of 16

Technische Universitaet Ilmenau

patents

1 out of 2,736

Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation

patents

4. 3 out of 834,570

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1991-2024

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Areas of Expertise:

Selective Hearing

Audio Encoding

Multi-Channel Quality

Room-Optimized Transfer

Transient Detection

Stereophonic Coding

Intensity Stereo

Audio Data Streaming

Loudspeaker Systems

Sound Processing

Signal Quality Evaluation

34 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12069470 - System and method for assisting selective hearing (2024-08-20),

2. 10003906 - Determining and using room-optimized transfer functions (2018-06-19),

3. RE44897 - Process of low sampling rate digital encoding of audio signals (2014-05-12),

4. 8117027 - Method and apparatus for introducing information into a data stream and method and apparatus for encoding an audio signal (2012-02-14),

5. 7548630 - Integrated loudspeaker system (2009-06-16),

6. 7512539 - Method and device for processing time-discrete audio sampled values (2009-03-31),

7. 7454327 - Method and apparatus for introducing information into a data stream and method and apparatus for encoding an audio signal (2008-11-18),

8. 7343287 - Method and apparatus for scalable encoding and method and apparatus for scalable decoding (2008-03-11),

9. 7275036 - Apparatus and method for coding a time-discrete audio signal to obtain coded audio data and for decoding coded audio data (2007-09-25),

10. 7214870 - Method and device for generating an identifier for an audio signal, method and device for building an instrument database and method and device for determining the type of an instrument (2007-05-08),

11. 7117365 - Method and device for generating a data stream and method and device for playing back a data stream (2006-10-03),

12. 7064262 - Method for converting a music signal into a note-based description and for referencing a music signal in a data bank (2006-06-20),

13. 7035742 - Apparatus and method for characterizing an information signal (2006-04-25),

14. 7024259 - System and method for evaluating the quality of multi-channel audio signals (2006-04-04),

15. 6975254 - Methods and devices for coding or decoding an audio signal or bit stream (2005-12-13),

Title: Karlheinz Brandenburg - Pioneering Innovations in Audio Signal Processing

Introduction:

Karlheinz Brandenburg, a renowned inventor hailing from Erlangen, Germany, has made significant contributions to the field of audio signal processing. With an impressive portfolio of 33 patents, Brandenburg is celebrated for his groundbreaking work in the creation and optimization of audio technologies.

Latest Patents:

1. Determining and Using Room-Optimized Transfer Functions: Brandenburg's patent revolutionizes the spatial reproduction of audio signals by analyzing room acoustics and employing room-optimized transfer functions for enhanced audio quality.

2. Process of Low Sampling Rate Digital Encoding of Audio Signals: Brandenburg's innovation in low sampling rate digital encoding simplifies the coding process, resulting in efficient data compression and improved audio fidelity.

Career Highlights:

Brandenburg's illustrious career includes esteemed positions at Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Angewandten Forschung e.V. His work has not only shaped the audio industry but has also influenced international standards such as ISO/IEC 13818-3, showcasing his expertise and leadership in the field.

Collaborations:

Throughout his career, Brandenburg has collaborated with industry pioneers such as Jürgen Herre and Martin Dietz. Together, they have spearheaded projects that have set new benchmarks in audio signal processing and have paved the way for future innovations in the field.

Conclusion:

Karlheinz Brandenburg's relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation has cemented his legacy as a trailblazer in the realm of audio technology. His patents and contributions continue to inspire generations of inventors and researchers, shaping the future of audio signal processing.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.