Koichi Kono

This inventor holds 47 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 5 CIPO patents and 25 EPO patents, primarily in Microporous Membranes. Top assignees: Tonen Chemical Corporation, Toray Battery Separator Film Co., Ltd., Toa Nenryo Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1986-2020.

USPTO Granted Patents = 47 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 93.6

CIPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 25 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 17

Forward Citations = 672(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Iruma, JP (1986)
Kanagawa-ken, JP (2000)
Kawasaki, JP (1998 - 2001)
Saitama, JP (1986 - 2010)
Saitama-ken, JP (2010)
Asaka, JP (1989 - 2016)
Nasushiobara, JP (2012 - 2017)
Nasushlobara, JP (2018)
Tochigi, JP (2018 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

16 out of 47

Tonen Chemical Corporation

patents

13 out of 50

Toray Battery Separator Film Co., Ltd.

patents

6 out of 220

Toa Nenryo Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

4. 5 out of 3,566

Toray Industries, Inc.

patents

5. 4 out of 8

Toray Tonen Specialty Separator Godo Kaisha

Tonen Chemical Company

Years Active: 1986-2020

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Areas of Expertise:

Microporous Membranes

Battery Separators

Polyolefin Films

Production Methods

Multi-layer Membranes

Polymeric Materials

Thermoplastic Resins

Thin Electrolytic Films

Porous Bodies

Membrane Manufacturing

Permeable Membranes

Electrolyte Conductors

47 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10686175 - Polyolefin microporous membrane, production method therefor, and battery separator (2020-06-16),

2. 10507436 - Polyolefin microporous membrane, method for producing same, and battery separator (2019-12-17),

3. 10079378 - Polyolefin microporous membrane and production method thereof (2018-09-18),

4. 9911956 - Polyolefin microporous film and method of producing same (2018-03-06),

5. 9744500 - Microporous polymeric membranes, battery separators, and production methods therefor (2017-08-29),

6. 9624349 - Polyolefin microporous film and method for producing same (2017-04-18),

7. 9502705 - Microporous film, methods for making such film, and use for such film as battery separator film (2016-11-22),

8. 9431642 - Multi-layer microporous polyolefin membrane and battery separator (2016-08-30),

9. 9295950 - Microporous membranes, methods for making such membranes, and the use of such membranes as battery separator film (2016-03-29),

10. 9289728 - Microporous membranes, methods for making such membranes, and the use of such membranes as battery separator film (2016-03-22),

11. 9136517 - Microporous film, process for production of the film, and use of the film (2015-09-15),

12. 8951677 - Microporous membranes, methods for making such membranes, and the use of such membranes as battery separator film (2015-02-10),

13. 8846253 - Microporous membranes, methods for making these membranes, and the use of these membranes as battery separator films (2014-09-30),

14. 8802273 - Microporous polyethylene membrane, its production method, and battery separator (2014-08-12),

15. 8709641 - Microporous membranes and methods for producing and using such membranes (2014-04-29),

Title: Innovations by Koichi Kono: Advancements in Polyolefin Microporous Membranes

Introduction: Koichi Kono, an innovator based in Asaka, Japan, holds an impressive portfolio of 47 patents. His contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of polyolefin microporous membranes, have garnered significant attention in the industry. These innovations play a critical role in various applications, including battery technology.

Latest Patents: Kono's latest patents include groundbreaking developments related to polyolefin microporous membranes. One prominent patent details a membrane produced from a polyolefin resin with a melt flow rate (MFR) of not greater than 2.0 g/10 min, incorporating a crystal nucleating agent. This membrane is characterized by air permeation resistance scaled to a thickness of 20 µm ranging from 100 to 500 sec/100 cc, a porosity of 20% to 60%, and a mean flow pore size of not greater than 100 nm. Another significant patent describes a similar membrane comprised of at least 80 mass % polypropylene resin, with a maximum pore size of less than 30.0 nm and a mean flow pore size of less than 20.0 nm.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Koichi Kono has made substantial contributions while working for notable companies such as Tonen Chemical Corporation and Toray Battery Separator Film Co., Ltd. His expertise in polymer science and membrane technology has propelled his work to the forefront of innovation, significantly impacting the industry.

Collaborations: Koichi Kono has collaborated with fellow innovators like Kotaro Takita and Patrick Brant. These partnerships have fostered the exchange of ideas and accelerated the development of advanced materials, contributing to Kono's success as an inventor.

Conclusion: Koichi Kono exemplifies the spirit of innovation in the realm of materials science. With 47 patents to his name, particularly in the field of polyolefin microporous membranes, his work continues to influence the evolution of battery technologies and material applications. As the demand for advanced materials grows, Kono's contributions will be crucial in shaping the future landscape of this industry.