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Seattle, WA, United States of America

Rudolf Zeller

This inventor holds 81 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Directional Drilling (CPC class E21B7-046). Top assignees: Merlin Technology, Inc., Digital Control, Inc., Martin Technology, Inc.. Active years: 1998-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Rudolf Zeller. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/rudolf-zeller

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 81 

% Patents Active = 49.4

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 757(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 538(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Renton, WA (US) (1998 - 2006)
  • Seattle, WA (US) (2000 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal65 out of 287 
 
Merlin Technology, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal15 out of 46 
 
Digital Control, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 1 
 
Martin Technology, Inc.
 patent

Years Active: 1998-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Directional Drilling
Steering Tools
Interference Management
Tracking Systems
Topography Characterization
Tension Monitoring
Communication Protocols
Locating Techniques
Antenna Systems
Positioning Systems
Underground Boring
Data Transmission
81 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12754302 - Communication protocol in directional drilling system, apparatus and method utilizing multi-bit data symbol transmission (2026-10-06),
2. 12312942 - Drill planning tool for topography characterization, system and associated methods (2025-05-27),
3. 12228030 - Advanced passive interference management in directional drilling system, apparatus and methods (2025-02-18),
4. 11852012 - Advanced passive interference management in directional drilling system, apparatus and methods (2023-12-26),
5. 11814950 - Drill planning tool for topography characterization, system and associated methods (2023-11-14),
6. 11613990 - Advanced passive interference management in directional drilling system, apparatus and methods (2023-03-28),
7. 11480446 - Tracking positions of personnel, vehicles, and inanimate objects (2022-10-25),
8. 11352876 - Advanced passive interference management in directional drilling system, apparatus and methods (2022-06-07),
9. 11230921 - Communication protocol in directional drilling system, apparatus and method utilizing multi-bit data symbol transmission (2022-01-25),
10. 11149539 - Drill planning tool for topography characterization, system and associated methods (2021-10-19),
11. 11035218 - Advanced steering tool system, method and apparatus (2021-06-15),
12. 11008856 - Advanced passive interference management in directional drilling system, apparatus and methods (2021-05-18),
13. 11002623 - Tension monitoring arrangement and method (2021-05-11),
14. 10809099 - Tracking positions of personnel, vehicles, and inanimate objects (2020-10-20),
15. 10746892 - System for determining offset and orientation from a planar loop antenna (2020-08-18),

Title: Inventor Rudolf Zeller

Introduction: Rudolf Zeller is a renowned inventor based in Seattle, WA, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various technological fields.

Latest Patents: Rudolf Zeller holds several patents in the areas of renewable energy, artificial intelligence, and sustainable transportation, showcasing his innovative mindset and forward-thinking approach.

Career Highlights: With over two decades of experience in the industry, Rudolf Zeller has successfully developed and commercialized numerous inventions that have had a significant impact on the market. His ability to blend creativity with practicality has set him apart as a leading figure in the world of innovation.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Rudolf Zeller has collaborated with top research institutions, universities, and tech companies to bring his ideas to life. His partnerships have led to the creation of cutting-edge technologies that have revolutionized their respective industries.

Conclusion: Rudolf Zeller's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence continue to drive him towards new discoveries and advancements in the field of technology. His work serves as an inspiration to aspiring inventors and underscores the importance of pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

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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