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Goldbach, Germany

Thomas Zang

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Akzo N.v.. Active years: 1984-1993.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 70(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 776 
 
Akzo N.v.
 patents

Years Active: 1984-1993

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5261981 - Production of a hollow filament package (1993-11-16),
2. 5160673 - Hollow fiber module (1992-11-03),
3. 5126053 - Method for manufacturing hollow fiber piles (1992-06-30),
4. 5032269 - Hollow fiber module (1991-07-16),
5. 4961464 - Mass and/or heat exchanger with thermal expansion relief (1990-10-09),
6. 4740344 - Method for the production of heat and/or fluid exchangers that contain (1988-04-26),
7. 4480683 - Arrangement for heat and mass transfer by means of hollow fibers (1984-11-06),

Title: Thomas Zang: Innovator in Hollow Filament Technology

Introduction

Thomas Zang is a notable inventor based in Goldbach, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of hollow filament technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His innovative approaches have led to advancements in the production and application of hollow fiber modules.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Zang has developed a method for producing a hollow filament package. This method involves winding at least one hollow filament onto a rotating body in multiple layers, forming coils that are angled with respect to the longitudinal axis of the body. The speed of rotation and the traverse speed of the filament guide device are carefully coordinated to ensure the efficient formation of these coils. Additionally, he has patented a hollow fiber module that features a U-shaped bundle of hollow fibers. This module is designed with part bundles of varying lengths, arranged in layers that extend parallel to the module's longitudinal axis.

Career Highlights

Zang is currently employed at Akzo N.V., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the efficiency and functionality of hollow fiber applications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Zang has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Rudi Wollbeck and Klaus Schneider. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various projects in the field.

Conclusion

Thomas Zang's contributions to hollow filament technology exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patents and collaborative efforts continue to influence advancements in this specialized area.

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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