Neenah, WI, United States of America

Kang Chang Yeh

This inventor holds 33 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 11 CIPO patents and 12 EPO patents, primarily in Absorbent Material Technology. Top assignees: Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products LP, Fort James Corporation. Active years: 2002-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kang Chang Yeh. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kang-chang-yeh

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 33 

% Patents Active = 60.6


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.3

ph-index = 18

Forward Citations = 1,295(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2002-2017

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Areas of Expertise:
Anti-Microbial Towel
Absorbent Sheet
Cellulosic Fibers
Fabric-Creped Sheet
Embossing System
Multi-Ply Paper
High Yield Fiber
Dispensing Method
Production Process
Pattern Impressed
Yankee Dryer
Moist Creping
33 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Kang Chang Yeh: A Trailblazer in Absorbent Technologies

Introduction

Kang Chang Yeh, based in Neenah, Wisconsin, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 33 patents. His work focuses primarily on innovations that enhance absorbency and functionality in common products, notably in the realm of disposable items.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is the "Anti-microbial hand towel with time-delay chromatic transfer indicator and absorbency rate delay." This invention features a disposable paper towel infused with an anti-microbial lotion. It includes a chromatic transfer indicator that undergoes a delayed color change once wetted, ensuring effective lotion transfer to the skin due to increased water absorbency times. Another remarkable patent is the "Multi-ply absorbent sheet of cellulosic fibers," which describes an absorbent cellulosic sheet with variable local basis weight. This sheet consists of a fiber reticulum containing regions of high local basis weight and elongated densified regions that create an effective absorbent structure, optimizing both performance and durability.

Career Highlights

Kang Chang Yeh has made significant contributions while working with notable companies in the industry, including Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products and Fort James Corporation. His experience spans various aspects of product development and innovation, further solidifying his reputation as a leading inventor in absorbent technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yeh has collaborated with accomplished individuals, including Ronald Richard Reeb and Hung Liang Chou. These partnerships have played a vital role in advancing his groundbreaking work and have enriched the development of his inventions.

Conclusion

Kang Chang Yeh's innovative spirit and his commitment to enhancing every day absorbent products have positioned him as a notable figure in the field. With his extensive patent portfolio, he continues to contribute to advancements that benefit both consumers and the industry at large. His work exemplifies how innovation can lead to significant improvements in functionality, safety, and user experience in everyday products.

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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