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Munich, Germany

Reinhart Wurfel

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Agfa-Gevaert Ag. Active years: 1980-1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Reinhart Wurfel. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/reinhart-wurfel

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 55(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 1,473 
 
Agfa-Gevaert Ag
 patents

Years Active: 1980-1994

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5279696 - Apparatus for reading and processing encoded information of uniting (1994-01-18),
2. 4888613 - Method of and apparatus for processing exposed photographic films (1989-12-19),
3. 4799076 - Apparatus for affording access to exposed but undeveloped films in a (1989-01-17),
4. 4732278 - Apparatus for transporting cartridge for exposed roll film (1988-03-22),
5. 4643371 - Apparatus for unwinding exposed roll films from reels (1987-02-17),
6. 4621970 - Apparatus for removing reels with exposed roll films from cartridges (1986-11-11),
7. 4204620 - Apparatus for removing exposed films and backing strips from cassettes (1980-05-27),

Title: Reinhart Wurfel: Innovator in Photographic Film Processing

Introduction

Reinhart Wurfel is a notable inventor based in Munich, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of photographic film processing, holding a total of 7 patents. His innovative work has advanced the technology used in handling and processing exposed photographic films.

Latest Patents

One of Wurfel's latest patents is an "Apparatus for reading and processing encoded information of uniting." This invention involves heat-sealable labels that bear encoded information, which are applied to exposed photographic films to join them end-to-end. The encoded information is decoded by a reader before the labels are applied, ensuring that the hot sealing member does not destroy or distort the encoded information prior to decoding. The decoded information is then used for applying corresponding information to envelopes for exposed and developed films, as well as for the prints of images from the respective film frames.

Another significant patent is the "Method of and apparatus for processing exposed photographic films." This invention allows cartridges containing exposed photographic roll films to be admitted into a duct, where they descend past a reader that reads the bar codes of the cartridges. The reader transmits signals to a microprocessor, which evaluates the type and length of each film. This process permits automatic splicing of films of a selected type end-to-end, preparing them for introduction into a developing machine.

Career Highlights

Wurfel's career has been marked by his work at Agfa-Gevaert AG, a company renowned for its imaging technology. His inventions have played a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of photographic film processing.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Wurfel has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Helmut Zangenfeind and Gunther Domges. These collaborations have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the field of photographic technology.

Conclusion

Reinhart Wurfel's contributions to photographic film processing through his patents and innovations have significantly impacted the industry. His work continues to influence the way exposed films are processed and handled, showcasing his importance as an inventor in this 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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