This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Basf Se Corporation. Active years: 2026.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Hitoshi Fukumitsu - Innovator in Electrode Active Material Processing
Introduction
Hitoshi Fukumitsu is an accomplished inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He is currently associated with BASF SE Corporation, where he contributes to advancements in material science. Although he has not yet been granted any patents, his work in the field is noteworthy.
Latest Patent Applications
Hitoshi Fukumitsu has submitted a patent application titled "PROCESSING FOR MAKING A PARTIALLY COATED ELECTRODE ACTIVE MATERIAL." This innovative process involves several steps:
(a) Providing an electrode active material according to the general formula LiTMO, where TM is Ni and may include Co and Mn, along with optional elements such as Al, Mg, and Ba.
(b) Treating the electrode active material with an aqueous medium.
(c) Partially removing water through a solid-liquid separation method.
(d) Treating the solid residue with an aqueous formulation of at least one heteropolyacid or its respective ammonium or lithium salt.
(e) Finally, thermally treating the residue.
Conclusion
Hitoshi Fukumitsu's contributions to the field of electrode active materials demonstrate his innovative spirit and commitment to advancing technology. His ongoing work at BASF SE Corporation is expected to yield significant advancements in material processing.