Koblenz, Switzerland

Thorsten Harder

This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: Abb Schweiz Ag. Active years: 2008-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Thorsten Harder. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/thorsten-harder

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 3 

% Patents Active = 33.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 1(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Koblenz, CH (2008 - 2009)
  • Tegerfelden, CH (2017)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2008-2017

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3 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Thorsten Harder

Introduction

Thorsten Harder is a notable inventor based in Koblenz, Switzerland. He has made significant contributions to the field of energy systems, particularly in the operation of energy installations. With a total of 3 patents to his name, Harder continues to push the boundaries of innovation in energy technology.

Latest Patents

One of Harder's latest patents is a method for operating an energy installation that includes a wind turbine or water turbine connected to a generator. This method involves a converter unit that feeds electrical energy generated by the generator into the electric power grid. Additionally, it features an auxiliary energy unit that provides electrical energy to meet the intrinsic energy demand of the installation. In cases where the converter unit and auxiliary energy unit are separated from the grid, the auxiliary unit can draw energy from an energy storage unit for a specified duration before switching to energy generated by the generator.

Another significant patent focuses on determining the rotor angular position of a rotating electrical machine. This method utilizes a set of stator windings and rotor windings, with the stator windings being fed by a converter unit. The process involves short-circuiting the stator windings at predetermined times and determining the phase angle of the stator current to accurately ascertain the rotor's position.

Career Highlights

Thorsten Harder is currently employed at Abb Schweiz AG, where he applies his expertise in energy systems. His work has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and reliability of energy installations.

Collaborations

Harder collaborates with talented professionals in his field, including Dirk Beiser and Fabio Conticelli. Their combined efforts contribute to advancing technology in energy systems.

Conclusion

Thorsten Harder is a prominent inventor whose work in energy technology has led to valuable patents and innovative methods. His contributions continue to shape the future of energy installations and systems.

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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