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Heidelberg, Germany

Karl-Rudolf Kurtz

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignee: Basf Aktiengesellschaft. Active years: 1989-2000.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Karl-Rudolf Kurtz. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/karl-rudolf-kurtz

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 116(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 10,816 
 
Basf Aktiengesellschaft
 patents

Years Active: 1989-2000

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6040116 - Photosensitive recording element having a recording layer and a top (2000-03-21),
2. 5176986 - Liquid cleaner composition for removing polymeric materials from a (1993-01-05),
3. 5147757 - Optically transparent polymer alloy and its use in molding materials, (1992-09-15),
4. 5112725 - Preparation of recording layers and their use for the production of (1992-05-12),
5. 5061606 - Preparation of relief printing plates (1991-10-29),
6. 5049478 - Continuous production of a photosensitive recording element (1991-09-17),
7. 5035981 - Multilayer, sheet-like, photosensitive recording material (1991-07-30),
8. 4994344 - Sheetlike light-sensitive recording (1991-02-19),
9. 4946758 - Multilayer, sheet-like, photosensitive recording material (1990-08-07),
10. 4940650 - Preparation of recording layers and their use for the production of (1990-07-10),
11. 4806452 - Production of flexographic relief plates by photopolymerization and (1989-02-21),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Karl-Rudolf Kurtz

Introduction

Karl-Rudolf Kurtz is a notable inventor based in Heidelberg, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of photopolymer technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work has advanced the development of materials used in flexographic printing and cleaning compositions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a novel photosensitive recording element that features a dimensionally stable substrate and a photopolymerizable relief-forming recording layer. This innovative element is designed for the production of flexographic relief printing plates. The process involves imagewise exposure to actinic light, resulting in a difference in solubility between the exposed and unexposed parts of the recording layer. This allows for the unexposed areas to be washed out using a solvent, while the optically transparent top layer remains intact. Another significant patent is for a new liquid cleaner composition that effectively removes polymeric materials from surfaces without leaving residues. This cleaner is an emulsion of the water-in-oil type and is particularly useful in preparing photopolymerized flexographic relief printing plates.

Career Highlights

Karl-Rudolf Kurtz is currently associated with BASF Aktiengesellschaft, a leading chemical company. His work at BASF has allowed him to focus on innovative solutions in the field of polymer technology. His contributions have not only enhanced the efficiency of flexographic printing but have also improved the cleaning processes involved in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kurtz has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Horst Koch and Thomas Telser. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies in their field.

Conclusion

Karl-Rudolf Kurtz's innovative work in photopolymer technology and cleaning compositions has made a lasting impact on the industry. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology and improving processes in flexographic printing.

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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