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Redmond, WA, United States of America

Michael Kroepfl

This inventor holds 23 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications, primarily in Map Creation Technology. Top assignees: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC, Nvidia Corporation. Active years: 2011-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael Kroepfl. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-kroepfl

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 23 

% Patents Active = 91.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.0

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 131(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Bellevue, WA (US) (2012 - 2015)
  • Kirkland, WA (US) (2023)
  • Redmond, WA (US) (2011 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 56,215 
 
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 6,161 
 
Nvidia Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2011-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Point Cloud Generation
Map Creation
Localization
Autonomous Systems
Sensor Data Analysis
Depth Maps
Three Dimensional Imaging
Geocoding
Digital Cameras
Vehicle-Mounted Sensors
Image Matching
Spatial Registration
23 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12416714 - Sensor data point cloud generation for map creation and localization for autonomous systems and applications (2025-09-16),
2. 12292495 - Sensor data based map creation for autonomous systems and applications (2025-05-06),
3. 12189018 - Sensor data based map creation and localization for autonomous systems and applications (2025-01-07),
4. 11908203 - Analysis of point cloud data using depth maps (2024-02-20),
5. 11698272 - Map creation and localization for autonomous driving applications (2023-07-11),
6. 11477374 - Three dimensional image capture system for imaging building facades using a digital camera, a near-infrared camera, and laser range finder (2022-10-18),
7. 11301697 - Analysis of point cloud data using depth maps (2022-04-12),
8. 10776983 - Analysis of point cloud data using depth and texture maps (2020-09-15),
9. 10769840 - Analysis of point cloud data using polar depth maps and planarization techniques (2020-09-08),
10. 10715724 - Vehicle-mounted sensor system that includes cameras and laser measurement systems (2020-07-14),
11. 9091755 - Three dimensional image capture system for imaging building facades using a digital camera, near-infrared camera, and laser range finder (2015-07-28),
12. 8971641 - Spatial image index and associated updating functionality (2015-03-03),
13. 8831380 - Viewing media in the context of street-level images (2014-09-09),
14. 8675122 - Determining exposure time in a digital camera (2014-03-18),
15. 8611643 - Spatially registering user photographs (2013-12-17),

Title: Innovations in Autonomous Systems: The Contributions of Michael Kroepfl

Introduction

Michael Kroepfl, a prolific inventor based in Redmond, WA, has made significant contributions to the field of autonomous systems. With an impressive portfolio of 22 patents, Kroepfl has dedicated his expertise to enhancing the functionality and efficiency of sensor-based technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Kroepfl has developed patents focused on sensor data-based map creation. One noteworthy patent discusses a process for generating map data by determining whether objects indicated by sensor information are static or dynamic. This differentiation plays a crucial role in the accuracy of map data used by autonomous systems.

Another significant patent covers the generation of RADAR point clouds from data obtained by RADAR sensors on various ego-machines. This method enables the creation of detailed map data from RADAR point clouds and involves compression operations to optimize data transmission to a distributed map system. These innovations underline Kroepfl’s pivotal role in advancing autonomous navigation technologies.

Career Highlights

Michael Kroepfl has had a distinguished career, working with leading technology companies that have been at the forefront of innovation. Notably, he has contributed to Microsoft Technology Licensing and NVIDIA Corporation, where his work has paved the way for new technological advancements in mapping and autonomous systems.

Collaborations

Collaboration is key to innovation, and Kroepfl’s work has often intersected with fellow experts in the field. He has worked alongside notable colleagues such as Gur Kimchi and John Charles Curlander, leveraging their expertise to drive forward groundbreaking developments in sensor technologies and their applications in autonomous navigation.

Conclusion

As a leader in the realm of sensor-based technologies, Michael Kroepfl's contributions through his extensive patent portfolio illustrate his commitment to enhancing autonomous systems. His work continues to impact how machines perceive and interact with their environments, providing a foundation for future innovations in this exciting field.

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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