Rochester Hills, MI, United States of America

Swaminatha P Kumaraguru

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 28 published patent applications. Top assignees: Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc., Cornell University, Pajarito Powder LLC. Active years: 2016-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Swaminatha P Kumaraguru. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/swaminatha-p-kumaraguru

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 12 (Patent Applications = 28)

% Patents Active = 83.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Rochester, NY (US) (2016)
Troy, MI (US) (2017)
Rochester Hills, MI (US) (2018 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

12 out of 31,987

Gm Global Technolgoy Operations, Inc.

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2016-2026

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12 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12580204 - Fuel cell electrode and fuel cell system including a functionalized carbon support (2026-03-17),

2. 12525619 - Fuel cell electrode and fuel cell system including zirconium-based dopants (2026-01-13),

3. 11799088 - Fuel cell cathode and fuel cell system including a polymeric additive (2023-10-24),

4. 11302926 - Fuel-cell catalyst ink additives to inhibit ionomer permeation (2022-04-12),

5. 10811713 - Method of manufacturing an integrated water vapor transfer device and fuel cell (2020-10-20),

6. 10784527 - System and method for MEA conditioning in a fuel cell (2020-09-22),

7. 10680266 - Method of manufacturing an integrated water vapor transfer device and fuel cell-II (2020-06-09),

8. 10381653 - PEMFC electrode mudcrack mitigation at low Pt loading (2019-08-13),

9. 10158128 - Fuel cell stack break-in procedures and break-in conditioning systems (2018-12-18),

10. 9899691 - Systems and methods for detecting anode contamination in a fuel cell system (2018-02-20),

11. 9647279 - Systems and methods for mitigating carbon corrosion in a fuel cell system (2017-05-09),

12. 9437889 - Powering a fuel cell stack during standby (2016-09-06),

Title: Innovations of Swaminatha P Kumaraguru

Introduction

Swaminatha P Kumaraguru is a notable inventor based in Rochester Hills, MI (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of fuel cell technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and performance of fuel cells, which are crucial for sustainable energy solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are innovations such as a fuel cell cathode and a fuel cell system that includes a polymeric additive. This cathode is designed for use within a fuel cell system and features a substrate with a coating that includes a fluorocarbon polymer additive. This additive is configured for sintering at temperatures below 200°C, which can be mixed with a catalyst ink coating or applied separately as a topcoat layer. Another significant patent involves fuel-cell catalyst ink additives that inhibit ionomer permeation. This patent describes systems and methods to prevent ionomer permeation into porous substrates using a crosslinked ionomer, enhancing the overall performance of fuel cells.

Career Highlights

Swaminatha currently works at GM Global Technology Operations LLC, where he continues to innovate in the field of fuel cell technology. His expertise and dedication have positioned him as a key player in advancing sustainable energy solutions.

Collaborations

He collaborates with talented coworkers such as Balasubramanian Lakshmanan and Nagappan Ramaswamy, contributing to a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge research and development.

Conclusion

Swaminatha P Kumaraguru's contributions to fuel cell technology exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patents not only enhance the efficiency of fuel cells but also pave the way for a more sustainable future.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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