Inspiring Inventors: Joachim Fiedler’s magnetic fasteners
Meet Joachim Fiedler, the former cellist whose issue with a cello-bow holder led him to develop magnetic fasteners now used in helmets, bags and more.
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Monday, 16 November
| 15.00-16.00 hrs CET | A frustrating cello-bow holder led Joachim Fiedler to develop a fastener that could be operated with one hand. The former professional cellist went on to found FIDLOCK and develop magnetic-mechanical fasteners that combine magnets with mechanical locking. Today, the company’s technology is used in products ranging from bicycle helmets and bags to car seats. Hear how Fiedler developed his invention, built his company and expanded the technology into new applications. |
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Joachim Fiedler
Joachim Fiedler is a German inventor, entrepreneur and former professional cellist. After developing a magnetic-mechanical fastener inspired by the bow holder in his cello case, he patented his magnetic bow holder in 2004 and founded FIDLOCK in 2007. His fasteners combine magnets with mechanical locking and can be opened with one hand. Today, the technology is used in a wide range of consumer products. Fiedler was a finalist for the European Inventor Award 2022 in the SMEs category.
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About Inspiring Inventors
Inspiring Inventors is a series offered by the European Patent Academy. Each edition features a former European Inventor Award or Young Inventors Prize finalist or winner, providing a unique opportunity to interact with these inventors. Viewers gain insight into the journey of bringing an invention to market and learn more about the technologies and trends shaping our world. The series is hosted by EPO patent examiner Edward Cooke.