This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Volkswagen Ag. Active years: 1976-1982.
Location History:
- Braunschweig, DE (1976)
- Ahnsen, DE (1976 - 1982)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1976-1982
Title: Wilfried Schwanz - Innovator in Vehicle Safety
Introduction
Wilfried Schwanz is a prominent inventor based in Ahnsen, Germany, known for his significant contributions to vehicle safety technology. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Schwanz has dedicated his career to enhancing the safety and comfort of automobile passengers.
Latest Patents
Among his latest innovations are two notable patents:
1. **Seat for vehicles, in particular two-door passenger automobiles** - This invention features seats equipped with a tiltable backrest and a three-point safety belt. An innovative actuating element allows for the backrest to tilt while also guiding the safety belt into a more convenient repository position when released by the occupant.
2. **Passive safety belt arrangement for vehicles** - This patent describes a passive safety belt system that includes a safety belt connected to a slide, which is moved by a slide-positioning device. This system ensures that the safety belt can be raised away from the passenger's body when not in use and securely locked in place during travel.
Career Highlights
Wilfried Schwanz has made a significant impact in the automotive industry through his work at Volkswagenwerk Aktiengesellschaft, where he has been instrumental in developing innovative safety features for vehicles. His expertise in engineering and design has led to advancements that prioritize passenger safety.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Schwanz has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Ulrich Se