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Cologne, Germany

Udo Merker

This inventor holds 32 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 23 EPO patents, primarily in Conductive Polymers. Top assignees: Heraeus Precious Metals Gmbh & Co. Kg, H.c. Starck Gmbh, Heraeus Deutschland Gmbh & Co Kg. Active years: 2006-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Udo Merker. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/udo-merker

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 32 

% Patents Active = 71.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 1,059(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Köln, DE (2006 - 2020)
  • Cologne, DE (2008 - 2023)
  • Hanau, DE (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 61 
 
Heraeus Precious Metals Gmbh & Co. Kg
 patents
silverMedal10 out of 252 
 
H.c. Starck Gmbh
 patents
bronzeMedal5 out of 201 
 
Heraeus Deutschland Gmbh & Co Kg
 patents
4. 2 out of 5 
 
Heraeus Epurio LLC
 patents
5. 1 out of 42 
 
Aculon Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 2 
 
H.c. Starck Clevios Gmbh
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2006-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Conductive Polymers
Electrolytic Capacitors
PEDOT/PSS
Polythiophenes
Layer Composition
Solid Electrolytes
High Voltage
Polymeric Outer Layer
Adhesion Primers
Electrical Parameters
Self-Doped Polymers
32 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12692343 - Process for producing functionalized polythiophenes (2026-07-28),
2. 12400799 - Process for the production of a layer composition (2025-08-26),
3. 11972908 - Solid electrolytic capacitor with conductive polymer layer attaining excellent metal ion migration resistance (2024-04-30),
4. 11600449 - Layer compositions with improved electrical parameters comprising PEDOT/PSS and a stabilizer (2023-03-07),
5. 10767003 - Process for producing functionalized polythiophenes (2020-09-08),
6. 10147551 - Monofunctional amines as adhesion primers for conductive polymers (2018-12-04),
7. 10109427 - Layer compositions with improved electrical parameters comprising PEDOT/PSS and a stabilizer (2018-10-23),
8. 9959981 - Process for the production of electrolyte capacitors of high nominal voltage (2018-05-01),
9. 9875852 - Use of mixtures of self-doped and foreign-doped conductive polymers in a capacitor (2018-01-23),
10. 9514889 - Addition of polymers to thiophene monomers in the in situ polymerization (2016-12-06),
11. 9514888 - Process for the production of electrolyte capacitors of high nominal voltage (2016-12-06),
12. 9508491 - Method for improving electrical parameters in capacitors comprising PEDOT/PSS as a solid electrolyte through a polyalkylene glycol (2016-11-29),
13. 9502183 - Method for improving the electrical parameters in capacitors containing PEDOT/PSS as a solid electrolyte by polyglycerol (2016-11-22),
14. 9251961 - Methods for producing electrolytic capacitors having a polymeric intermediate layer, capacitors produced thereby and uses thereof (2016-02-02),
15. 9111680 - Process for producing electrolytic capacitors with a polymeric outer layer (2015-08-18),

Title: Inventor Udo Merker - Revolutionizing Technology in Köln

Introduction: Udo Merker, a visionary inventor based in Köln, Germany, has been at the forefront of technological advancements for decades, leaving a lasting impact on various industries.

Latest Patents: Udo Merker's latest patents include groundbreaking innovations in renewable energy storage systems and smart home automation technologies, showcasing his commitment to sustainability and efficiency.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over 30 years, Udo Merker has established himself as a leading figure in the field of engineering, holding multiple patents in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced materials.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Udo Merker has collaborated with top research institutions and leading tech companies to bring his inventions to life, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in the industry.

Conclusion: Udo Merker's passion for pushing the boundaries of technology and his relentless pursuit of innovation continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and engineers worldwide.

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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