Palo Alto, CA, United States of America

Geoffrey W Coates

This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignee: Leland Stanford Junior University. Active years: 1997-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Geoffrey W Coates. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/geoffrey-w-coates

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 3 

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 312(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1997-2003

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3 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Geoffrey W. Coates

Introduction

Geoffrey W. Coates is a prominent inventor based in Palo Alto, CA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of polymer chemistry, particularly in the development of novel catalysts for thermoplastic elastomeric olefin polymers. With a total of three patents to his name, Coates continues to push the boundaries of innovation in materials science.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents focuses on catalysts for thermoplastic elastomeric olefin polymers. This invention is directed to novel catalysts whose structure and activity can be controlled to produce a wide range of alpha olefin polymers and co-polymers. Specifically, it aims to produce stereoblock poly alpha olefins that comprise a variety of preselected amorphous and crystalline segments, allowing for precise control of their physical properties, particularly elastomeric thermoplastic properties. The invention details novel catalyst systems for producing stereoblock polypropylene, which includes alternating isotactic and atactic diastereosequences, resulting in a diverse range of elastomeric properties. The catalysts are designed to control the amount and number of crystalline sections, isotactic pentad content, and overall molecular weight, all influenced by the steric structure of the catalysts and the process conditions.

Career Highlights

Geoffrey W. Coates is affiliated with Leland Stanford Junior University, where he conducts research and development in polymer chemistry. His work has garnered attention for its innovative approach to catalyst design and polymer synthesis.

Collaborations

Coates has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Robert M. Waymouth and Elisabeth Muriel Hauptman, contributing to advancements in the field of polymer science.

Conclusion

Geoffrey W. Coates exemplifies the spirit of innovation in polymer chemistry through his groundbreaking work on catalysts for thermoplastic elastomeric olefin polymers. His contributions continue to influence the development of advanced materials.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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