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Richmond, VA, United States of America

Joseph L Banyasz

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignees: Philip Morris Inc., Philip Morris USA Inc., Philip Morris Management Corp.. Active years: 1982-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Joseph L Banyasz. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/joseph-l-banyasz

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 224(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal4 out of 759 
 
Philip Morris Inc.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 742 
 
Philip Morris USA Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 4 
 
Philip Morris Management Corp.
 patents

Years Active: 1982-2019

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10188139 - Additives for tobacco cut filler (2019-01-29),
2. 9894928 - Additives for tobacco cut filler (2018-02-20),
3. 8201564 - Cigarette filters (2012-06-19),
4. 6116247 - Cleaning unit for the heater fixture of a smoking device (2000-09-12),
5. 5037459 - Device for controlling relative humidity within a substantially sealed (1991-08-06),
6. 5035731 - Device for controlling relative humidity within a substantially sealed (1991-07-30),
7. 4890053 - Method and apparatus for detecting a missing object in a set of objects (1989-12-26),
8. 4497330 - Process for increasing the filling power of tobacco (1985-02-05),
9. 4333482 - Process for increasing filling power of reconstituted tobacco (1982-06-08),

Title: Joseph L Banyasz: Innovator in Tobacco Additives

Introduction

Joseph L Banyasz is a notable inventor based in Richmond, VA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of tobacco additives, holding a total of 9 patents. His work focuses on reducing the harmful effects of tobacco smoke, showcasing his commitment to innovation in this area.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents involves the development of tobacco smoking mixtures that are capable of producing smoke with reduced cytotoxicity and mutagenicity. These mixtures include tobacco cut filler and glycerin, which work together to lower the harmful effects of the smoke produced. Furthermore, the addition of palladium or salts of calcium and/or magnesium enhances the effectiveness of glycerin in reducing these harmful properties.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Joseph has worked with prominent companies such as Philip Morris Inc. and Philip Morris USA Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in tobacco-related innovations.

Collaborations

Joseph has collaborated with notable coworkers, including David B Spruill and Thomas V Van Auken. Their combined efforts have contributed to advancements in the field of tobacco additives.

Conclusion

Joseph L Banyasz is a distinguished inventor whose work in tobacco additives has led to significant advancements in reducing the harmful effects of tobacco smoke. His innovative approach continues to influence the industry positively.

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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