This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Leybold-Heraeus Gmbh, Leybold Aktiengesellschaft, Leybold Optics Gmbh. Active years: 1981-2005.
Location History:
- Hanau, DE (1981 - 1983)
- Hanau-Wachenbuchen, DE (1988)
- Maintal, DE (1989 - 2005)
Company Filing History:
4 out of 180 
1 out of 393 
1 out of 18 Years Active: 1981-2005
Title: Walter Zultzke: Innovator in Plasma Technology
Introduction
Walter Zultzke is a notable inventor based in Maintal, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of plasma technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His innovative work focuses on creating efficient plasma sources and advanced coatings.
Latest Patents
One of Zultzke's latest patents is a "Plasma source with reliable ignition." This invention relates to a plasma source that ignites plasma using an electric voltage. To achieve ignition at relatively low voltages, a plate with holes is positioned beneath a plasma volume, which is located above a wall of a plasma chamber. This configuration creates an ignition volume with higher pressure beneath the plasma volume, allowing the plasma to ignite first before propagating through the holes into the plasma volume.
Another significant patent is the "Method for creating a corrosion-resistant, largely absorption-free coating." This method involves creating a high-reflectivity coating on a workpiece's surface, particularly a glass reflector insert. The process takes place in an evacuable coating chamber with a vaporizing system. It includes depositing a second coating of aluminum cold onto a first coating of nickel-chromium oxide, followed by additional coatings of SiO2 and TiO2 or Ta2O5 at elevated temperatures. The coatings are applied using electron beam vaporizers and resistance vaporizers.
Career Highlights
Walter Zultzke has worked with prominent companies in the industry, including Leybold-Heraeus GmbH and Leybold-Aktiengesellschaft. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in plasma technology and coating methods.
Collaborations
Zultzke has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Klaus-Jurgen Heimbach and Knut Enke. These partnerships have likely enhanced his innovative capabilities and broadened his impact in the field.
Conclusion
Walter Zultzke is a distinguished inventor whose work in plasma technology and advanced coatings has led to multiple patents. His contributions continue to influence the industry and inspire future innovations.