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Fox Point, WI, United States of America

William R Kranz

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Tci Incorporated, Drs Power & Control Technologies, Inc., Drs Naval Power Systems, Inc.. Active years: 2015-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: William R Kranz. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/william-r-kranz

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 12 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 26(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 44 
 
Tci Incorporated
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 22 
 
Drs Power & Control Technologies, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 7 
 
Drs Naval Power Systems, Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2015-2022

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11394290 - Harmonic regulator for current source rectification and inversion (2022-07-19),
2. 11011973 - Harmonic regulator for current source rectification and inversion (2021-05-18),
3. 10901026 - Passive harmonic filter power quality monitor and communications device (2021-01-26),
4. 10630162 - Harmonic regulator for current source rectification and inversion (2020-04-21),
5. 10056820 - Harmonic regulator for current source rectification and inversion (2018-08-21),
6. 9893522 - Paralleling of active filters with independent controls (2018-02-13),
7. 9812862 - Paralleling of active filters with independent controls (2017-11-07),
8. 9577429 - Paralleling of active filters with independent controls (2017-02-21),
9. 9444253 - Paralleling of active filters with independent controls (2016-09-13),
10. 9257894 - Reconfigurable passive filter (2016-02-09),
11. 9240732 - Harmonic regulator for current source rectification and inversion (2016-01-19),
12. 9099916 - Paralleling of active filters with independent controls (2015-08-04),

Title: The Innovations of William R. Kranz

Introduction

William R. Kranz is a notable inventor based in Fox Point, Wisconsin. He has made significant contributions to the field of electrical engineering, particularly in the area of current source rectification and inversion. With a total of 12 patents to his name, Kranz has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and technological advancement.

Latest Patents

One of Kranz's latest patents is titled "Harmonic Regulator for Current Source Rectification and Inversion." This invention discloses methods and systems for generating rectified signals. The system includes a current source rectifier with multiple switches that receive input current from an AC voltage source and a variety of control signals. These switches are designed to produce a rectified output current based on the input current and the control signals. Additionally, the system features a rectifier controller that receives a current sense signal indicative of the rectified output current. This controller generates control signals based on the current sense signal, allowing the current source rectifier to attenuate specific harmonic frequencies in the rectified output current.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, William R. Kranz has worked with several prominent companies, including TCI Incorporated and DRS Power & Control Technologies, Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to various innovative projects.

Collaborations

Kranz has collaborated with

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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