This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Zf Friedrichshafen Ag. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Roger Karl and Self-Repairing Plain Bearing Technology.
Introduction
Roger Karl is an inventor associated with Karlsruhe, Germany, and ZF Friedrichshafen AG. His patent work includes a method for operating a plain bearing to encourage a self-repairing effect.
Latest Patents
Karl is credited with 1 patent, titled “Self-repairing plain bearing.” The method determines a rotational speed at which the lubrication state changes or friction reaches a minimum, then compares that speed with a threshold. If the speed exceeds the threshold, the bearing is operated to produce a self-repairing effect.
Career Highlights
Karl’s listed invention addresses plain-bearing operation and lubrication, with the aim of reducing friction and supporting bearing repair through controlled operating conditions. He is associated with ZF Friedrichshafen AG.
Collaborations
His listed coworkers include Maarten Ooms and Thomas Meinerz.
Conclusion
Roger Karl’s patent describes a speed-based operating method designed to promote a self-repairing effect in plain bearings.
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