White Lake, MI, United States of America

Matthew Douglas Marks

This inventor holds 29 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 9 EPO patents, primarily in Vehicle Energy Absorption. Top assignees: Sabic Global Technologies B.v., Sabic Innovative Plastics IP B.v., General Electric Company. Active years: 2005-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Matthew Douglas Marks. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/matthew-douglas-marks

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 29 

% Patents Active = 75.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 304(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (US) (2005 - 2007)
  • Wixom, MI (US) (2017)
  • White Lake, MI (US) (2019 - 2021)
  • Waterford, MI (US) (2005 - 2023)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2005-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Energy Absorbing Device
Vehicle Bumpers
Roof Fairing
Aerodynamic Components
Hybrid Bumper Beams
Polymer Extensions
Reinforced Body
Blow Molded Absorbers
Flow Channels
Lower-Leg Protection
Thermoplastic Absorbers
Energy Absorber Rail
29 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Matthew Douglas Marks: Innovator in Vehicle Energy Absorption Technologies

Introduction

Matthew Douglas Marks, an accomplished inventor based in White Lake, MI, holds an impressive portfolio of 26 patents. His innovative work primarily focuses on enhancing vehicle safety through advanced energy-absorbing devices and structural designs.

Latest Patents

Marks' latest inventions include a pioneering patent for a structural body of a vehicle featuring an energy-absorbing device. This device integrates a polymer reinforcement structure, which consists of a polymer matrix and chopped fibers, combined with a specialized shell that comprises two walls forming a shell channel. The ingenious design employs continuous fibers and a resin matrix, strategically placing the polymer reinforcement structure within the shell channel to optimize energy absorption during impact. Additionally, he has developed a roof fairing innovation that showcases his expertise in vehicle design.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Marks has contributed significantly to the fields of materials science and vehicle engineering. He has been associated with notable companies, such as Sabic Global Technologies B.V. and Sabic Innovative Plastics IP B.V., where he played a key role in driving innovation and product development.

Collaborations

Matthew has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Dhanendra Kumar Nagwanshi and Somasekhar Venkat Bobba. These partnerships have enriched his work, leading to groundbreaking advancements in vehicle safety and technology.

Conclusion

Matthew Douglas Marks exemplifies the spirit of innovation in the realm of vehicle safety. His dedication to developing state-of-the-art energy-absorbing technologies illustrates the importance of continual advancement in engineering to protect lives on the road. With his extensive patent portfolio and collaborative spirit, Marks is a significant contributor to the future of automotive safety.

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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