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Lappeenranta, Finland

Harri Kosonen

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 20 EPO patents, primarily in Composite Materials. Top assignees: Upm-Kymmene Corporation, Elastopoli Oy. Active years: 2014-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Harri Kosonen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/harri-kosonen

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 18 

% Patents Active = 83.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.9

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 29(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 216 
 
Upm-Kymmene Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 1 
 
Elastopoli Oy
 patent

Years Active: 2014-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Composite Product
Thermoplastic Poly(Vinyl Alcohol)
Cellulosic Material
Additive Manufacturing
Vibrational Properties
Acoustic Properties
Surface Treatment
Modified PVA
Micro Contoured Surface
Manufacturing Methods
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12655325 - Polymer-coated cellulosic release liner base material (2026-06-16),
2. 12441820 - Method for manufacturing thermoplastic poly(vinyl alcohol) derivative in a melt state reaction and products thereof (2025-10-14),
3. 11932992 - Paper substrate comprising modified low molecular weight PVA with functional vinyl groups (2024-03-19),
4. 11897974 - Method for manufacturing thermoplastic poly(vinyl alcohol) derivative in a melt state reaction and products thereof (2024-02-13),
5. 10435538 - Method and a system for manufacturing a composite product and a composite product (2019-10-08),
6. 10414074 - Method to manufacture a composite product with micro contoured surface layer (2019-09-17),
7. 10406747 - Composite material for additive manufacturing of a three-dimensional composite product (2019-09-10),
8. 9976005 - Composite structure with vibrational properties (2018-05-22),
9. 9928821 - Composite having acoustic properties, manufacturing the composite, a component comprising a composite, manufacturing the component and uses thereof (2018-03-27),
10. 9574075 - Method and a system for manufacturing a composite product and a composite product (2017-02-21),
11. 9506198 - Method for producing furnish, furnish and paper (2016-11-29),
12. 9506197 - Method for producing furnish, furnish and paper (2016-11-29),
13. 9458571 - Method for producing furnish, furnish and paper (2016-10-04),
14. 9441052 - Method and a system for manufacturing cellulosic material (2016-09-13),
15. 9145496 - Composite product, a method for manufacturing a composite product and its use, a material component and a final product (2015-09-29),

Title: Harri Kosonen: Innovator in Polyvinyl Alcohol Technologies

Introduction

Harri Kosonen is a notable inventor based in Lappeenranta, Finland. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) derivatives. With a total of 16 patents to his name, Kosonen's work has advanced the applications of PVA in various industries.

Latest Patents

Kosonen's latest patents include innovative methods for manufacturing paper substrates and thermoplastic poly(vinyl alcohol) derivatives. One of his notable inventions is a paper substrate comprising modified low molecular weight PVA with functional vinyl groups. This invention relates to a method for creating a paper substrate suitable for binding silicone in a catalytic hydrosilation reaction. The process involves controlling the viscosity of the water-based acetalization reaction by adjusting the molecular weight of polyvinyl alcohol. This allows for the coating of a paper substrate with acetalized PVA that contains a high amount of functional vinyl groups.

Another significant patent is for a method of manufacturing thermoplastic poly(vinyl alcohol) derivative in a melt state reaction. This invention describes a process where dried thermoplastic PVA is heated and mixed with an organic acid anhydride, resulting in a reaction product that contains carboxylic acid residue and thermoplastic PVA derivatives with ester-bonded pendant chains.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Harri Kosonen has worked with prominent companies such as UPM-Kymmene Corporation and Elastopoli Oy. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in polymer chemistry and materials engineering.

Collaborations

Kosonen has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Kari Luukko and Sami Turunen. These partnerships have contributed to the successful development of his innovative technologies.

Conclusion

Harri Kosonen's contributions to the field of polyvinyl alcohol technologies have established him as a leading inventor in materials science. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing the applications of PVA, showcasing his innovative spirit and technical expertise.

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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