Citations made to U.S. granted patents by U.S. patents granted in 2022

Top 10 -  Mechanical elements  [ Raw tally ]

Specific WIPO fields: [ Computer technology  |  Digital communication  |  Electrical machinery, apparatus, energy  |  Measurement  |  Audio-visual technology  |  Medical technology  |  Optics  |  Transport  |  Semiconductors  |  Telecommunications  |  Other special machines  |  Pharmaceuticals  |  Organic fine chemistry  |  Mechanical elements  |  Chemical engineering  |  Engines, pumps, turbines  |  Civil engineering  |  Control  |  Basic materials chemistry  |  Handling  |  Furniture, games  |  Machine tools  |  Biotechnology  |  Other consumer goods  |  Macromolecular chemistry, polymers  |  IT methods for management  |  Textile and paper machines  |  Basic communication processes  |  Surface technology, coating  |  Materials, metallurgy  |  Environmental technology  |  Thermal processes and apparatus  |  Analysis of biological materials  |  Food chemistry  |  Micro-structural and nano-technology ]

Summary:¹ The top cited patents in mechanical elements, as indicated by the citations received from other patents granted in 2022, reveal several key themes:

Automotive Components: A significant focus is on the development of advanced mechanical components for automobiles, including braking systems, steering systems, and powertrain components. This includes patents related to foldable pedals for autonomous vehicles and advanced engine components.

Fluid Power Systems: Patents related to fluid power systems, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems, are essential for a wide range of applications, including construction equipment, manufacturing machinery, and aerospace systems.

Precision Engineering: The development of precision mechanical components, such as gears, bearings, and couplings, is crucial for ensuring the reliable operation of various machines and devices.

Material Science: The use of advanced materials, such as high-strength alloys and composites, is essential for improving the performance and durability of mechanical components.

Overall, the top cited patents in mechanical elements reflect the ongoing innovation in mechanical engineering, driven by the need for improved performance, efficiency, and reliability. These advancements are crucial for various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing.

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[Cited by Examiner | Cited by Applicant]
Cited by Examiner

  1. 12 10946741    Autonomous vehicle including foldable accelerator pedal device and foldable brake pedal device
  Inventors:  Eun Sik Kim; Hyeon Uk Kim; Sung Il Byun

  1. 12 11021058    Foldable accelerator pedal apparatus equipped with hysteresis module for vehicle
  Inventors:  Eun Sik Kim; Hyeon Uk Kim; Sung Il Byun

  3. 10 10906514    Foldable brake pedal apparatus for autonomous vehicle
  Inventors:  Eun Sik Kim; Hyeon Uk Kim; Sung Il Byun

  3. 10 10994611    Foldable pedal device for autonomous vehicle
  Inventors:  Eun Sik Kim

  5. 8 10889226    Vehicle pedal cover
  Inventors:  William Henry Dean; Gregory Pfirman; John Q. White; Pablo Isaac Villalva Sanchez; Steffen Schoenfuss; Richard Alan Kreder

  5. 8 4174642    Chain drive including sprocket having alternate wide and narrow teeth
  Inventors:  Virgil B. Martin; Roger L. Villers

  7. 7 3464447    Valve manifold
  Inventors:  Norman Jones

  7. 7 5123880    Metallic v-belt
  Inventors:  Noboru Sekine; Takashi Aoki; Shigeru Kanehara; Keiichi Hanyu; Hideaki Yoshida

  7. 7 5159957    Coolant distributing and flow control apparatus for maintaining a constant temperature-controllable region of an injection molding machine
  Inventors:  Karl Hehl

  7. 7 5433674    Coupling system for a planetary gear train
  Inventors:  William G. Sheridan; Gino J. Pagluica

  7. 7 5725448    Idler pulley
  Inventors:  Yoshio Kato; Motoharu Niki; Tsutomu Mizutani; Tadahisa Suzuki; Yoshiaki Suzuki; Masahiro Muranaka; Takahiro Koremoto; Masao Fukuwaka

  7. 7 6076049    Narrow band infrared water cut meter
  Inventors:  John S. Lievois; Roberto M. Lansangan; Mark E. Sudberry

  7. 7 6223616    Star gear system with lubrication circuit and lubrication method therefor
  Inventors:  William G. Sheridan

  7. 7 6321782    Apparatus for controlling the flow of fluids
  Inventors:  Ronald Hollister

[Cited by Examiner | Cited by Applicant]
Cited by Applicant

  1. 21 9534473    Mobile electric power generation for hydraulic fracturing of subsurface geological formations
  Inventors:  Jeffrey G. Morris; Adrian Benjamin Bodishbaugh; Brett Vann

  2. 19 7845413    Method of pumping an oilfield fluid and split stream oilfield pumping systems
  Inventors:  Rod Shampine; Paul Dwyer; Ronnie Stover; Mike Lloyd; Jean-Louis Pessin; Edward Leugemors; Larry D. Welch; Joe Hubenschmidt; Philippe Gambier; William Troy Huey; Tom Allan

  3. 16 8042311    Mechanical locking system for panels and method of installing same
  Inventors:  Darko Pervan; Marcus Bergelin

  3. 16 8387327    Mechanical locking system for floor panels
  Inventors:  Darko Pervan

  4. 15 7721503    Locking system comprising a combination lock for panels
  Inventors:  Darko Pervan; Christian Boo

  4. 15 8544230    Mechanical locking system for floor panels
  Inventors:  Darko Pervan

  4. 15 8713886    Mechanical lockings of floor panels and a tongue blank
  Inventors:  Darko Pervan; Christian Boo

  4. 15 9216541    Method for producing a mechanical locking system for building panels
  Inventors:  Christian Boo; Stefan Stigert

  4. 15 9631739    Valve and seat assembly for a high pressure pump
  Inventors:  Daryl Belshan; Justin McCoy; Paul Lightfoot

  4. 15 9822894    Valve seats for use in fracturing pumps
  Inventors:  Jacob A. Bayyouk; Keith Peach

 

1. The Summary was generated by Gemini (https://gemini.google.com/) after a brief chat about patent citations and World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) fields, using a prompt generally as follows: 'Using the titles of the patents and the names of the inventors listed below, and any other relevant information you have, please write a paragraph or two explaining the major topics involved. Keep in mind we are using the cited patents as a proxy for the subject matter that was patented in 2022. Please also include relevant LinkedIn hashtags. The field in which these patents were cited is "[WIPO field]".' followed by the list of patents relating to that WIPO field. (The list of patents had been previously generated through other means.) As such, the statements in the Summary do not necessarily reflect my own views, and are NOT intended as legal, financial, or any other type of advice.

References:
Raw data from: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. "Data Download Tables." PatentsView. Accessed September 7, 2024. https://patentsview.org/download/data-download-tables.

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Published: Oct. 30, 2024