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Pittsburgh, PA, United States of America

Neal Andrew Seegmiller

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Autonomous Vehicles. Top assignees: Argo Ai Gmbh, Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC, Southwest Research Institute. Active years: 2020-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Neal Andrew Seegmiller. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/neal-andrew-seegmiller

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 19 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 11(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 176 
 
Argo Ai Gmbh
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 26,752 
 
Ford Global Technolgoies, LLC
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 1,131 
 
Southwest Research Institute
 patents
4. 1 out of 57 
 
Volkswagen Group of America Investments, LLC
 patents
5. 1 out of 834,659 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 2020-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Autonomous Driving
Motion Planning
Trajectory Scoring
Lane Changes
Safety Alerts
Topological Planning
Speed Limit Detection
Intersection Management
Road User Interaction
Perception Robustness
Evolving Reference Path
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12443191 - Methods and systems for performing inter-trajectory re-linearization about an evolving reference path for an autonomous vehicle (2025-10-14),
2. 12434766 - Methods and systems for lane changes using a multi-corridor representation of local route regions (2025-10-07),
3. 12422273 - Handling unmapped speed limit signs (2025-09-23),
4. 12195042 - Validating protolanes with actor behavior flowcharts (2025-01-14),
5. 12065132 - Methods and systems for inferring unpainted stop lines for autonomous vehicles (2024-08-20),
6. 12043289 - Persisting predicted objects for robustness to perception issues in autonomous driving (2024-07-23),
7. 11964669 - System, method, and computer program product for topological planning in autonomous driving using bounds representations (2024-04-23),
8. 11884304 - System, method, and computer program product for trajectory scoring during an autonomous driving operation implemented with constraint independent margins to actors in the roadway (2024-01-30),
9. 11884268 - Motion planning in curvilinear coordinates for autonomous vehicles (2024-01-30),
10. 11754408 - Methods and systems for topological planning in autonomous driving (2023-09-12),
11. 11731630 - Methods and systems for asserting right of way for traversing an intersection (2023-08-22),
12. 11697429 - System, method, and computer program product for topological planning in autonomous driving using bounds representations (2023-07-11),
13. 11679780 - Methods and systems for monitoring vehicle motion with driver safety alerts (2023-06-20),
14. 11648965 - Method and system for using a reaction of other road users to ego-vehicle actions in autonomous driving (2023-05-16),
15. 11535271 - Methods and systems for monitoring vehicle motion with driver safety alerts (2022-12-27),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Neal Andrew Seegmiller

Introduction

Neal Andrew Seegmiller, based in Pittsburgh, PA, is a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 16 patents. His work primarily focuses on enhancing technologies related to autonomous vehicles and systems for validating behavior in various scenarios. Seegmiller’s innovative contributions have been integral to advancements in automotive technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Seegmiller has developed a method for validating protolanes utilizing actor behavior flowcharts. This innovation includes determining protolane level flowcharts and validating the reasoning of an actor based on actions derived from these flowcharts. Additionally, he has created a system for inferring unpainted stop lines for autonomous vehicles at intersections. This technology involves processing map data to identify traffic control measures and inferring stop lines where they are not explicitly painted, bringing foresight to vehicular navigation and safety.

Career Highlights

Seegmiller's impressive professional journey includes tenure at both Argo AI and Ford Global Technologies, LLC. His experience has enabled him to bridge the gap between theoretical innovation and practical application in the rapidly evolving field of autonomous driving technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Seegmiller has collaborated with notable professionals, including Christopher Cunningham and Patrick Stirling Barone. These partnerships have facilitated the sharing of ideas, enhancing the creative processes that underpin his innovative work.

Conclusion

Neal Andrew Seegmiller stands out as a forward-thinking inventor whose patents reflect a deep understanding of technology and user interaction. With a diverse range of applications in autonomous vehicles, his contributions are likely to shape the future of how vehicles navigate and operate in complex environments. As technology continues to advance, Seegmiller’s work remains a testament to the power of innovation in transforming our daily lives.

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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