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Asheville, NC, United States of America

Charles F Helms, Jr

This inventor holds 28 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Polymer Processing. Top assignee: Basf Corporation. Active years: 1998-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Charles F Helms, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/charles-f-helms-jr

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 28

% Patents Active = 96.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.3

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 234(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Asheville, NC (US) (1998 - 2002)
  • Greenwood, SC (US) (2002 - 2003)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal28 out of 2,061 
 
Basf Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1998-2003

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Areas of Expertise:
Polymerization
Fiber Spinning
Additives
Filaments
Bicomponent Fiber
Extrudates
Synthetic Fibers
Pigmented Filaments
Spinnerette Assembly
Liquid Streams
Dispersible Additives
Photochemical Etching
28 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6616438 - Continuous polymerization and direct fiber spinning and systems for accomplishing same (2003-09-09),
2. 6465583 - Continuous polymerization and direct fiber spinning and systems for accomplishing same (2002-10-15),
3. 6455612 - Apparatus and method for direct injection of additives into a polymer melt stream (2002-09-24),
4. 6441109 - Continuous polymerization and direct fiber spinning and apparatus for accomplishing same (2002-08-27),
5. 6416859 - Methods of making pigmented filaments (2002-07-09),
6. 6413071 - Thin plate spinnerette assembly (2002-07-02),
7. 6392007 - Multi-pixel liquid streams, especially fiber-forming polymeric streams, and methods and apparatus for forming same (2002-05-21),
8. 6391239 - Methods of making multiphase elongate polymeric extrudates by directing additives into a cross-sectional location thereof (2002-05-21),
9. 6289928 - Apparatus and method for direct injection of additives into a polymer melt stream (2001-09-18),
10. 6232371 - Dispersible additive systems for polymeric materials, and methods of making and incorporating the same in such polymeric materials (2001-05-15),
11. 6187215 - Photochemically etched plates for synthetic fiber-forming spin packs and method of making same (2001-02-13),
12. 6162382 - Process of making multicomponent fiber (2000-12-19),
13. 6153138 - Process for modifying synthetic bicomponent fiber cross-sections (2000-11-28),
14. 6017479 - Process of making a multiple domain fiber having an inter-domain (2000-01-25),
15. 6017478 - Method of making hollow bicomponent filaments (2000-01-25),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Charles F. Helms, Jr.

Introduction: Charles F. Helms, Jr. is a notable inventor based in Asheville, NC, with an impressive portfolio of 28 patents to his name. His work has significantly contributed to advancements in polymer technology, particularly in the field of fiber spinning.

Latest Patents: One of Helms' latest patents, titled "Continuous polymerization and direct fiber spinning and systems for accomplishing same," focuses on the continuous anionic polymerization and melt-spinning of polycaprolactam. This innovative process involves forming a reaction mixture by combining two streams of liquid caprolactam, each containing a polymerization initiator and co-initiator. The mixture is then subjected to specific anionic polymerization reaction conditions, resulting in a molten polycaprolactam. Notably, this molten form is transferred directly, without intermediate solidification, to a fiber-forming orifice of a spinneret, allowing for efficient fiber production.

Career Highlights: Helms is affiliated with BASF Corporation, a leading global chemical company where his expertise has contributed to various breakthroughs in polymer processing. Throughout his career, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the field of material science and polymer engineering.

Collaborations: Helms has had the opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues such as Matthew B. Hoyt and Diane R. Kent. Their combined efforts have further propelled advancements in polymer technology and manufacturing processes.

Conclusion: Charles F. Helms, Jr. exemplifies the spirit of innovation through his patents and contributions to the polymer industry. His work continues to influence the development of new materials and processes, showcasing the importance of creativity and collaboration in the field of inventions.

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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