Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2015-2018
Title: Innovations by Karsten Hofmann in Vehicle Technology
Introduction
Karsten Hofmann is a notable inventor based in Pettendorf, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of automotive technology, particularly in the area of energy systems for vehicles. With a total of three patents to his name, Hofmann's work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of vehicle energy systems.
Latest Patents
One of Hofmann's latest patents is related to wireless charging for vehicle batteries. This innovation teaches methods and systems that can be used for wirelessly charging batteries in automobiles. The method involves detecting the relative position between a vehicle-side receiving charging coil and a fixed transmission charging coil. It includes generating an alternating magnetic orientation field and detecting this field in a frequency-selective manner to ascertain the relative position.
Another significant patent by Hofmann is a method for determining at least one operating parameter of a thermoelectric system in a vehicle. This system comprises an energy conversion device with at least one photovoltaic element that converts thermal radiation emitted by a heat source into electrical energy. The method involves measuring the electrical power of the photovoltaic device and determining an operating parameter based on this measurement.
Career Highlights
Karsten Hofmann is currently employed at Continental Automotive GmbH, a leading company in automotive technology. His work at Continental focuses on innovative solutions that improve vehicle energy systems and overall efficiency. His contributions have been instrumental in advancing the company's technological capabilities.