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Ottenbach, Germany

Thomas Schuster

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 11 EPO patents. Top assignee: Sew-Eurodrive Gmbh & Co Kg. Active years: 2012-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thomas Schuster. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thomas-schuster-bi9utseu

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 8

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 417 
 
Sew-Eurodrive Gmbh & Co Kg
 patents

Years Active: 2012-2025

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12483168 - Method for determining the angular position of the rotor of an inverter-fed synchronous motor, and an apparatus for carrying out the method (2025-11-25),
2. 12438482 - Method for operating a drive system and drive system for carrying out the method (2025-10-07),
3. 11945314 - Method for operating a drive train, and drive train (2024-04-02),
4. 11695362 - Method for monitoring the operation of an electric motor, and lifting mechanism (2023-07-04),
5. 10819263 - Method for determining the angular position of the rotor of an inverter-fed synchronous motor, and an apparatus for carrying out the method (2020-10-27),
6. 9948225 - Drive and method (2018-04-17),
7. 8804384 - Converter for powering electric motor (2014-08-12),
8. 8125178 - Drive and method (2012-02-28),

Title: Thomas Schuster: Innovator in Drive Systems

Introduction

Thomas Schuster is a notable inventor based in Ottenbach, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of drive systems, holding a total of 8 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of electric motors and drive trains.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method for operating a drive system that utilizes multiple inverters. This innovative method involves feeding each electric motor from the AC-side terminal of its respective inverter, while connecting the DC-side terminals of the inverters in parallel to a rectifier. Each inverter is equipped with semiconductor switches that are driven according to pulse width modulation. Additionally, the inverters are organized as bus subscribers to a data bus, with a master module assigning bus addresses and controlling the polarity of the pulse width modulation.

Another significant patent is a method for operating a drive train. This method includes supplying motor voltage to an electric motor via a converter to achieve a specific torque setpoint value. It involves determining angular velocity and acceleration from the rotor's position, calculating the torque setpoint from the moment of inertia, and assessing the load's moment of inertia based on actual torque and angular acceleration values.

Career Highlights

Thomas Schuster is currently employed at Sew-Eurodrive GmbH & Co. KG, where he continues to innovate in the field of drive technology. His expertise and inventions have contributed to advancements in motor control and efficiency.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Thomas has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Wolfgang Hammel and Robert Becker. Their combined efforts have furthered the development of innovative solutions in drive systems.

Conclusion

Thomas Schuster is a distinguished inventor whose work in drive systems has led to multiple patents and significant advancements in technology. His contributions continue to influence the industry and inspire future innovations.

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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