This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Thorsten Strassel: Inventor of Fault-Current-Limiting Technology
Introduction
Thorsten Strassel is an inventor based in Baden-Dättwil, Switzerland. His work includes a patent for a solid-state switching device designed to provide fault-current-limiting protection in power circuits.
Latest Patents
Strassel is associated with 1 patent, titled “Fault Current Limiting Solid-State Switching Device.” The invention describes a solid-state switching device with semiconductor switches and a voltage-clamping circuit, connected in series with one or more circuit breakers. To help clear a fault, the system can open one switch to keep current at a threshold for a defined period. If the fault remains, it can open another switch to interrupt current between the power source and connected electrical loads.
Career Highlights
The patent addresses fault protection in power circuits by combining controlled switching with current clamping and circuit breakers. This approach is intended to manage fault current and, when necessary, disconnect the affected circuit.
Collaborations
Strassel’s listed coworkers include Govind Chavan and Chunmeng Xu. Their names are associated with his professional collaborations in the context of the patent information provided.
Conclusion
Thorsten Strassel’s patent focuses on solid-state switching technology for limiting fault current and protecting power circuits.
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