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Ming Lang Kuang

Canton, MI, United States of America

Ming Lang Kuang

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This inventor holds 207 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Electric Vehicle Technology (CPC class B60W10-08). Top assignees: Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC, Ford Motor Company Limited, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Active years: 1993-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ming Lang Kuang. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ming-lang-kuang

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 207 

% Patents Active = 82.6


Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 20

Forward Citations = 1,730(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,579(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Detroit, MI (US) (1993)
  • Canton, MI (US) (2001 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal205 out of 26,733 
 
Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 6,168 
 
Ford Motor Company Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 8,600 
 
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
 patents
4. 1 out of 3,546 
 
University of Michigan
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1993-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Battery Power Control
Torque Management
Regenerative Braking
Electric Motor Control
Hybrid Vehicle Systems
Battery Thermal Management
Vehicle Acceleration
Torque Split
Engine Start Methods
Driveline Control
Vehicle Activation
Speed Control
207 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12491776 - Methods and system for balancing torque request during battery power control (2025-12-09),
2. 12434719 - Enhanced vehicle activation (2025-10-07),
3. 12397656 - Methods and systems for controlling electric motor torque in a battery electric vehicle (2025-08-26),
4. 12311777 - Electrified vehicle configured to adjust engine pull up/down thresholds based on battery state of health (2025-05-27),
5. 12128770 - Methods and systems for battery power allocation control in a BEV (2024-10-29),
6. 11951842 - Electrified vehicle configured to selectively deactivate restricted power mode based on acceleration request (2024-04-09),
7. 11912164 - Electrified vehicle with battery thermal management system configured to adjust temperature thresholds based on battery state of health (2024-02-27),
8. 11904727 - Battery thermal management via current control (2024-02-20),
9. 11897447 - Iterative sequential velocity and state of charge setpoint selection for autonomous vehicles (2024-02-13),
10. 11820254 - Hybrid electric vehicle with torque split regenerative braking (2023-11-21),
11. 11584376 - Method for operating a vehicle having a driveline disconnect clutch (2023-02-21),
12. 11584225 - One-pedal speed control for off-road driving (2023-02-21),
13. 11529886 - Power supply during vehicle off state (2022-12-20),
14. 11391257 - Power supply during vehicle startup (2022-07-19),
15. 11351975 - Hybrid-electric vehicle plug-out mode energy management (2022-06-07),

Title: Ming Lang Kuang: A Visionary in Innovation

Introduction: Ming Lang Kuang, a distinguished inventor based in Canton, MI (US), has established himself as a trailblazer in the world of inventors with an impressive portfolio of 200 patents. His dedication to innovation and relentless pursuit of excellence position him as a standout figure with a promising future in shaping the technological landscape.

Latest Patents:

1. Battery thermal management via current control - Kuang's innovative power system involves a primary bus connected to a traction battery, a secondary bus connected to an auxiliary battery, and a controller that commands the power converter based on charge current thresholds.

2. Iterative sequential velocity and state of charge setpoint selection for autonomous vehicles - Kuang's method optimizes vehicle operation by generating state of charge and velocity profiles for travel routes and controlling an electric machine and engine accordingly.

Career Highlights: Ming Lang Kuang has made significant contributions to the field of innovation through his work with renowned companies such as Ford Global Technologies, LLC, and Ford Motor Company Limited. His expertise and creativity have led to the development of groundbreaking technologies that have shaped the automotive industry.

Collaborations: Among his esteemed coworkers are Xiaoyong Wang and Ryan Abraham McGee, who have collaborated with Kuang on various projects, contributing to the success of his innovative endeavors.

Conclusion: Ming Lang Kuang's exceptional talent, coupled with his passion for technological advancement, sets him apart as a visionary inventor. His outstanding achievements and ongoing commitment to innovation pave the way for a bright future in revolutionizing the technological landscape.

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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