Louisville, KY, United States of America

Michael Goodman Schroeder

This inventor holds 98 USPTO granted patents and 44 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Refrigerator Appliances (CPC class F25B21-00). Top assignees: Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc., General Electric Company, Ut-Battelle, Inc.. Active years: 1993-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 98 (Patent Applications = 44)

% Patents Active = 98.0

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 389(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 245(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Rockford, MI (US) (1993)
Lousiville, KY (US) (2019)
Louisville, TX (US) (2020)
Louisville, KY (US) (2015 - 2024)
Crestwood, KY (US) (2023 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

96 out of 2,207

Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc.

patents

1 out of 52,347

General Electric Company

4. 1 out of 834,350

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1993-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Fluid Dispensing

Insulation Foams

Camera Assembly

Item Tracking

Door Opener

Noise Reduction

Smart Shelves

Hydration System

Indoor Garden

Moisture Management

Nutrient Cartridge

Pollen Distribution

98 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12716638 - Refrigerator appliance including a fresh food chamber cold wall (2026-08-25),

2. 12693062 - Refrigerator appliance having a dual-flow sealed system and methods of operating the same (2026-07-28),

3. 12669278 - Refrigerator appliance chilled air system (2026-06-30),

4. 12626508 - Household appliance video analysis (2026-05-12),

5. 12624882 - Refrigerator appliance including multiple in-door ice makers (2026-05-12),

6. 12566021 - Self-metering fluid dispensing device (2026-03-03),

7. 12487025 - Refrigerator appliance including multiple insulation foams (2025-12-02),

8. 12448829 - Domestic appliance and electric connector assembly (2025-10-21),

9. 12393108 - Pivoting camera assembly for a refrigerator appliance (2025-08-19),

10. 12333812 - Refrigerator appliance and methods for tracking stored items in a freezer chamber (2025-06-17),

11. 12326294 - Refrigerator with an assisted door opener (2025-06-10),

12. 12320580 - Refrigerator appliance and methods of item location identification (2025-06-03),

13. 12259182 - Produce ripening detection in a refrigerator appliance (2025-03-25),

14. 12254113 - Multi-camera vision system facilitating authentication and secure data transfer (2025-03-18),

15. 12241680 - Inventory management system in a refrigerator appliance (2025-03-04),

Title: Michael Goodman Schroeder: Innovator in Refrigeration Technology

Introduction

Michael Goodman Schroeder is a prominent inventor based in Louisville, KY (US), known for his significant contributions to refrigeration technology. With an impressive portfolio of 98 patents, he has made a lasting impact in the appliance industry.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Schroeder has developed a refrigerator appliance that includes a fresh food chamber cold wall. This design features a cabinet with a liner that defines both a fresh food chamber and a freezer chamber. The appliance incorporates an icemaker partially received within the fresh food chamber and a cooling system with air supply and return ducts positioned within a receiving space. Another notable patent is for a refrigerator appliance with a dual-flow sealed system, which includes a sealed refrigerant system with a compressor, condenser, and evaporators for both the freezer and fresh food chambers.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Schroeder has worked with notable companies such as Haier US Appliance Solutions, Inc. and UT-Battelle, Inc. His work has focused on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of refrigeration systems, contributing to advancements in the field.

Collaborations

Schroeder has collaborated with talented individuals in the industry, including Michael Alexander Benedict and Stephanos Kyriacou. These partnerships have fostered innovation and the development of cutting-edge technologies in refrigeration.

Conclusion

Michael Goodman Schroeder's contributions to refrigeration technology through his numerous patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His work continues to influence the design and functionality of modern appliances.