This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy. Active years: 2018-2022.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2018-2022
Title: Innovations by Petri Nurminen
Introduction
Petri Nurminen is a notable inventor based in Tampere, Finland. He has made significant contributions to the field of drilling technology, holding three patents that showcase his innovative approach to improving drilling operations. His work primarily focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of drilling processes.
Latest Patents
One of Petri Nurminen's latest patents is titled "Apparatus, method and software product for drilling sequence planning." This invention relates to an apparatus and method for planning a drilling sequence, which includes a rock drilling rig and a computer program product. The apparatus is designed to search through several possible drilling scenarios for a given drilling pattern. Each scenario has associated costs, and the executed algorithm calculates the total costs of the found scenarios. Ultimately, scenarios with the lowest costs are selected for execution.
Another significant patent is the "Arrangement for initiating a remote operation mode." This method involves initiating a remote operation mode of a work machine by providing it with a work machine-specific safety key. The process includes receiving a notification from the work machine at a remote control station, acknowledging the machine as part of the safety system, and configuring the remote control station to start the remote operation mode.
Career Highlights
Petri Nurminen is currently employed at Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, where he continues to develop innovative solutions in the mining and construction sectors. His expertise in drilling technology has positioned him as a key player in advancing operational efficiencies within the industry.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Petri has collaborated with talented professionals, including Jarkko Uotila and Jari Talasniemi. These collaborations have contributed to the successful development of his patents and innovations.
Conclusion
Petri Nurminen's contributions to drilling technology through his patents reflect his commitment to innovation and efficiency in the industry. His work continues to influence the field, making significant strides in improving drilling operations.