Leverkusen, Germany

Thomas Schonenberg

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Kiekert Ag. Active years: 1998-1999.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas Schonenberg. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-schonenberg

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.2

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 74(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1998-1999

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Thomas Schonenberg in Motor Vehicle Technology

Introduction

Thomas Schonenberg is a notable inventor based in Leverkusen, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of motor vehicle technology, particularly in the development of sliding-door systems. With a total of four patents to his name, Schonenberg's work exemplifies innovation and practicality in automotive design.

Latest Patents

One of Schonenberg's latest patents is a motor-vehicle sliding-door system. This invention features a body equipped with a horizontal rail that allows a sliding door to move between a closed position against the body and an open position away from it. The system includes a door drive that utilizes a flexible toothed belt, which is engaged in a bent end portion of the rail when the door is closed. This design ensures smooth operation and secure closure of the door.

Another significant patent by Schonenberg is a motor-vehicle sliding-door system with an electronic controller. This innovation incorporates an electric power source and a latch mechanism that retains the door in a closed position. An electronic controller powered by a battery in the door operates the latch actuator, allowing for seamless unlatching and movement of the door. This system enhances user convenience and safety in motor vehicles.

Career Highlights

Schonenberg's career is marked by his dedication to advancing automotive technology. His work at Kiekert AG, a leading company in the automotive industry, has

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