Company patents
MillerKnoll, Inc.
MillerKnoll, Inc.'s patent strategy reveals a surprising shift away from its core "Furniture (Chairs, Beds)" and "Tables & Desks" categories, which represent 17.6% and 5.9% of its portfolio respectively, both experiencing significant year-over-year declines of over 27% since 2023. This suggests a potential re-evaluation of its traditional product focus, especially given the complete absence of patents in these areas so far in 2026, while showing a brief, albeit small, emergence in "Electrical Connectors" with a 100% YoY growth in 2024 before a subsequent decline.
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Yearly patent publications since 2023
Product themes
Product-level themes inferred from filings since 2023, with category chips showing where each theme appears. Select a theme to filter the patents below.
136 US filings (since 2023) · 5 categories · 8 themes
Integration of mechanisms, sensors, and actuators to provide dynamic adjustments for user comfort, such as lumbar support, reclining positions, massage functions, or controlled movement.
Chairs and seating systems specifically designed for particular environments or user needs, such as medical procedures, physical therapy, or accessibility, often incorporating specialized features for safety, mobility, or support.
Design principles and connection methods that facilitate the easy assembly, disassembly, reconfiguration, or integration of functional modules and components in furniture systems.
Furniture designs that incorporate specialized compartments, locking mechanisms, or automated retrieval systems to secure, organize, or control access to stored items within cabinets, desks, or appliances.
Systems and methods for transferring electrical energy without physical contact, often utilizing inductive or resonant coupling, including antenna design, resonance tracking, and control mechanisms for efficient power delivery.
Systems that incorporate solar panels as a primary or auxiliary power source for various applications, including visual displays, remote devices, and portable battery charging, often emphasizing efficiency and adaptability.
Design and control of power supply architectures that combine multiple power sources (e.g., AC grid, DC battery, generators) or modular battery units, often featuring switching, conversion, and redundancy for enhanced reliability and flexibility.
Systems and methods for preparing, organizing, and electrically connecting individual conductors or cable bundles to connector terminals, ensuring reliable contact and strain relief.
Patents
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Wireless Power Transfer Systems