Kenneth R Swartzel

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 4 CIPO patents and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Thermal Processing. Top assignees: North Carolina State University, Industrial Microwave Systems, Inc., United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary of Agriculture. Active years: 1989-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenneth R Swartzel. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenneth-r-swartzel

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 24 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 95.8

CIPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 441(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

23 out of 1,496

North Carolina State University

patents

3 out of 24

Industrial Microwave Systems, Inc.

patents

2 out of 1,218

United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary of Agriculture

5. 1 out of 834,659

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2017

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Areas of Expertise:

Thermal Treatment

Pasteurization

Biomaterials

Egg Products

Thermal Processing

Rapid Heating

Residence Time

Thermal Evaluation

Magnetic Sensors

Thermal Gelation

Continuous Evaluation

24 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9615593 - Methods and apparatuses for thermal treatment of foods and other biomaterials, and products obtained thereby (2017-04-11),

2. 8742305 - Methods and apparatuses for thermal treatment of foods and other biomaterials, and products obtained thereby (2014-06-03),

3. 7270842 - Thermal gelation of foods and biomaterials using rapid heating (2007-09-18),

4. 7213967 - Method and system for conservative evaluation, validation and monitoring of thermal processing (2007-05-08),

5. 7112954 - Methods, systems, and devices for evaluation of thermal treatment (2006-09-26),

6. 7004620 - Method and system for conservative evaluation, validation and monitoring of thermal processing (2006-02-28),

7. 6776523 - Method and system for conservative evaluation, validation and monitoring of thermal processing (2004-08-17),

8. 6766699 - System for measuring residence time for a particulate containing food product (2004-07-27),

9. 6536947 - Plurality of particles made of a detectable magnetic implant and a carrier in combination with a plurality of magnetic field sensors (2003-03-25),

10. 6406727 - Method for the pasteurization of egg products using radio waves (2002-06-18),

11. RE37225 - Method for the ultrapasteurization of liquid whole egg products (2001-06-12),

12. 6015231 - Method for conservatively evaluating continuous thermal treatment (2000-01-18),

13. 5932813 - Method and system for residence time measurement of simulated food (1999-08-03),

14. 5670199 - Method for pasteurizing liquid whole egg products (1997-09-23),

15. 5612076 - Method for the pasteurization of egg products using radio waves (1997-03-18),

Title: Kenneth R. Swartzel: Innovator in Thermal Treatment Technologies

Introduction

Kenneth R. Swartzel, based in Raleigh, NC, is a distinguished inventor recognized for his significant contributions to thermal treatment technologies. With an impressive portfolio of 24 patents, he has played a pivotal role in advancing methods and apparatuses that enhance food processing and the treatment of biomaterials.

Latest Patents

Swartzel's latest patents demonstrate his innovative approach to thermal treatment. His work includes "Methods and apparatuses for thermal treatment of foods and other biomaterials, and products obtained thereby" and "Methods and apparatuses for thermally treating flowable materials using electromagnetic radiation, and foods and materials obtained thereby." These patents also encompass methods of continuous flow thermal treatment of biomaterials, along with apparatuses designed to optimize these processes. The products developed using his methods pave the way for improvements in food safety and quality.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kenneth Swartzel has held important positions that have influenced his research and inventions. He has worked at North Carolina State University, where he contributed significantly to academic advancements and research in the field. Additionally, his association with Industrial Microwave Systems, L.L.C. has allowed him to translate his innovative ideas into practical applications that impact the industry.

Collaborations

Swartzel’s collaborations with esteemed professionals such as Josip Simunovic and Hershell R. Ball, Jr. further highlight his commitment to advancing thermal treatment technologies. These partnerships have facilitated the exchange of ideas and fostered innovative solutions in the field.

Conclusion

Kenneth R. Swartzel's contributions to thermal treatment technologies are invaluable. His extensive patent portfolio and collaborative efforts reflect his dedication to enhancing food processing and biomaterial treatment. As an innovative force in his field, Swartzel continues to shape the future of thermal treatment applications.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.