Wilmington, DE, United States of America

Garret D Figuly

This inventor holds 42 USPTO granted patents and 15 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Polymeric Materials. Top assignees: E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company, Actamax Surgical Materials, LLC, Novoloop, Inc.. Active years: 1988-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 42 (Patent Applications = 15)

% Patents Active = 64.3

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 6)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 579(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

29 out of 16,339

E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company

patents

3 out of 36

Actamax Surgical Materials, LLC

The Dupont Merck Pharmaceutical Company

patents

6. 1 out of 106

Dupont Pharmaceuticals Company

patents

7. 1 out of 395

Invista North America S.a.r.l.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1988-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Cross-Linked Polymers

Biodegradable Plastics

Tissue Adhesives

Swellable Microspheres

Elastic Segmented Polyurethane

Hyperbranched Polyesters

Gravure Printing Forms

Contaminated Plastic Decomposition

Polyhydroxyalkanoates

Thermoplastic Elastomers

Alpha Omega-Difunctional Aldaramides

42 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12729251 - Alginate-based polymers and products, and their manufacture (2026-09-08),

2. 12434222 - Cross-linked polymeric ammonium salts and their use in absorbing organic contaminants (2025-10-07),

3. 11945918 - Methods for the decomposition of contaminated plastic waste (2024-04-02),

4. 11220586 - Methods for the decomposition of contaminated plastic waste (2022-01-11),

5. 11192999 - Products from the decomposition of plastic waste (2021-12-07),

6. 10557011 - Methods for the decomposition of contaminated plastic waste (2020-02-11),

7. 10519292 - Products from the decomposition of plastic waste (2019-12-31),

8. 10166754 - Polymeric gravure printing form and process for preparing the same with curable composition having a multifunctional urethane (2019-01-01),

9. 9931830 - Polymeric gravure printing form and process for preparing the same with curable composition having a multifunctional urethane (2018-04-03),

10. 9193702 - Fluorinated aryl epoxide compounds (2015-11-24),

11. 8865221 - Swellable and degradable microspheres (2014-10-21),

12. 8637610 - Crosslinked polymers containing biomass derived materials (2014-01-28),

13. 8519058 - Crosslinked polymers containing biomass derived materials (2013-08-27),

14. 8426528 - Preparation of crosslinked polymers containing biomass derived materials (2013-04-23),

15. 8282959 - Branched end reactants and polymeric hydrogel tissue adhesives therefrom (2012-10-09),

Title: Garret D. Figuly: Innovator in Plastic Waste Decomposition

Introduction

Garret D. Figuly, based in Wilmington, DE, is an accomplished inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 40 patents. His work primarily focuses on innovative methods for environmental sustainability, particularly in the field of contaminated plastic waste decomposition.

Latest Patents

Among his recent groundbreaking inventions is a patent that relates to the decomposition of contaminated plastic waste. This invention comprises methods and systems designed to efficiently decompose contaminated plastic waste, transforming it into value-added products. This innovative approach aims to mitigate the environmental impact of plastic waste while fostering the creation of useful materials from what would otherwise be discarded.

Career Highlights

Garret D. Figuly has had a notable career working with esteemed companies such as E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company and Actamax Surgical Materials, LLC. His experience in these organizations has significantly contributed to his development as a leading innovator in his field, allowing him to refine his expertise in material science and waste management.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Figuly has collaborated with talented individuals, including coworkers Henry Keith Chenault and Jia Yun Yao. These partnerships have enriched his projects, bringing diverse perspectives and expertise that drive innovation.

Conclusion

Garret D. Figuly is a prominent figure in environmental innovation, particularly through his pioneering work in plastic waste decomposition. With a strong patent portfolio and valuable collaborations, he continues to contribute significantly to sustainable practices in waste management. His inventions reflect a commitment to addressing pressing environmental challenges and creating a better future through innovation.