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Lafayette, IN, United States of America

Michael L Thoma

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 7 CIPO patents, primarily in Composite Materials. Top assignee: Wabash National, L.p.. Active years: 2008-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael L Thoma. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-l-thoma

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 201(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Lafayete, IN (US) (2015)
  • Lafayette, IN (US) (2008 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 182 
 
Wabash National, L.p.
 patents

Years Active: 2008-2023

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Areas of Expertise:
Composite Refrigerated Truck Body
Composite Floor
Overhead Door Header
Multi-Layer Hold Down Assembly
Logistics Panel
Vehicle Skylight
Sidewall Trailer Design
Hold Down Device
14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11554708 - Composite refrigerated truck body and method of making the same (2023-01-17),
2. 10967920 - Composite floor for a dry truck body (2021-04-06),
3. 10829970 - Overhead door header with maximum clearance (2020-11-10),
4. 10596950 - Composite refrigerated truck body and method of making the same (2020-03-24),
5. 10239566 - Composite floor for a dry truck body (2019-03-26),
6. 8956094 - Multi-layer hold down assembly (2015-02-17),
7. 8662804 - Multi-layer hold down assembly (2014-03-04),
8. 8079793 - Multi-layer hold down assembly (2011-12-20),
9. 7931328 - Sidewall of a trailer including a logistics panel (2011-04-26),
10. 7878574 - Vehicle skylight and method for installing same (2011-02-01),
11. 7762618 - Logistics panel for use in a sidewall of a trailer (2010-07-27),
12. D619505 - Skylight (2010-07-13),
13. 7588286 - Logistics panel for use in a sidewall of a trailer (2009-09-15),
14. D573874 - Hold down device (2008-07-29),

Title: The Inventor Michael L Thoma: Pioneering Innovations in Lafayette

Introduction: Michael L Thoma is a distinguished inventor based in Lafayette, IN, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various fields.

Latest Patents: Michael L Thoma holds several patents in the areas of renewable energy technologies, sustainable agriculture practices, and advanced manufacturing processes.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Michael has worked tirelessly to develop solutions that address pressing global challenges. His innovative mindset and dedication have led to the successful commercialization of several inventions.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Michael has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and companies to bring his ideas to life. His ability to work in multidisciplinary teams has resulted in the creation of impactful technologies.

Conclusion: Michael L Thoma's passion for innovation and his commitment to creating a positive impact on society make him a true pioneer in the world of inventions. His work continues to inspire the next generation of inventors and researchers.

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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