Osaka, Japan

Kazunori Kawakami

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Sumitomo Chemical Company, Limited. Active years: 1980-1986.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazunori Kawakami. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazunori-kawakami

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 7(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1980-1986

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kazunori Kawakami: Innovator in Epoxy Resin Technology

Introduction

Kazunori Kawakami is a notable inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of epoxy resin technology, holding a total of 2 patents. His work focuses on developing innovative materials that enhance flame retardancy and heat resistance.

Latest Patents

Kawakami's latest patents include two groundbreaking inventions. The first patent is for "Phosphinylmethyl polypenols and polyglycidyl ethers thereof," which describes novel phosphorus-containing polyglycidyl ethers. These materials are capable of forming cured epoxy resins with high flame retardancy and excellent heat resistance characteristics, such as heat deterioration resistance, glass transition temperature, and thermal deformation temperature. The patent also outlines a process for producing these phosphorus-containing polyglycidyl ethers and the polyphenol compounds used in their production.

The second patent is titled "Epoxy resin from by-product tar from resorcinol process and use thereof." This invention details an epoxy resin that is useful for coatings, adhesives, and molding materials. It is derived from a by-product tar produced during the manufacturing of resorcinol or hydroquinone. The resin contains m-substituted phenolic constituents as major components, or is derived from a polymerization product of the by-product tar.

Career Highlights

Kazunori Kawakami is currently employed at Sumitomo Chemical Company, Limited, where he continues to innovate in the field of chemical engineering. His work has had a significant impact on the development of advanced materials that meet the demands of modern applications.

Collaborations

Kawakami has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Akira Shintani and Kunimasa Kamio. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and expertise.

Conclusion

Kazunori Kawakami is a distinguished inventor whose work in epoxy resin technology has led to significant advancements in material science. His contributions continue to influence the industry and pave the way for future innovations.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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