Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1994
Title: Innovations by Chi-Fan Hsu: Advancements in Hydrophilicizing Treatments
Introduction
Chi-Fan Hsu is an accomplished inventor based in Farmington Hills, MI (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of hydrophilicizing treatments for metal objects. With a total of three patents to his name, Hsu's work focuses on enhancing the performance and durability of metal substrates, especially aluminum alloys used in heat exchangers.
Latest Patents
Hsu's latest patents include innovative treatments that substantially improve resistance to seawater corrosion while maintaining or enhancing hydrophilicity after exposure to high temperatures. One of his notable inventions involves an aqueous liquid hydrophilicizing treatment composition that contains poly{alkylene imine} and alkali metal silicates. This treatment is particularly effective when applied over conventional conversion coatings, such as chromium phosphate or chromium oxide. Another patent details a similar hydrophilicizing treatment that utilizes acrylic and/or methacrylic acid polymers or copolymers, along with polyether alcohol and alkali metal silicates. This composition may also include an anti-microbial agent and additional alkalinizer, further enhancing its effectiveness.
Career Highlights
Chi-Fan Hsu is currently employed at Henkel Corporation, where he continues to innovate and develop new materials and treatments. His expertise in hydrophilicizing treatments has positioned him as