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Oakdale, PA, United States of America

Michael F Hurley

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignees: Bayer Corporation, Miles Inc., Mobay Corporation. Active years: 1989-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael F Hurley. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-f-hurley-c4b8kqgp

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 10 

% Patents Active = 90.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 104(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Oakdale, PA (US) (1989 - 1996)
  • Pittsburgh, PA (US) (2004)
  • East Palo Alto, CA (US) (2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal5 out of 1,013 
 
Bayer Corporation
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 540 
 
Miles Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 165 
 
Mobay Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2022

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. D946985 - Torque tool (2022-03-29),
2. 6765080 - High performance RIM elastomers and a process for their production (2004-07-20),
3. 5585452 - Polyisocyanate based upon 4,4'-and 2,4'-diphenyl-methane dllsocyanates (1996-12-17),
4. 5563232 - Rim process utilizing isocyanates based upon 2,4'- and (1996-10-08),
5. 5538786 - Process for the preparation of filled urethane-based reinforced moldings (1996-07-23),
6. 5468432 - Process for the preparation of filled urethane-based reinforced moldings (1995-11-21),
7. 5324773 - Stabilization of RIM systems containing acidic additives (1994-06-28),
8. 5244613 - Process for the production of reinforced moldings and the resultant (1993-09-14),
9. 4917902 - Mold for the preparation of reinforced reaction injection molded products (1990-04-17),
10. 4868224 - Process for the production of molded products using internal mold (1989-09-19),

Title: Michael F. Hurley: Innovator in High-Performance Elastomers

Introduction

Michael F. Hurley is a notable inventor based in Oakdale, PA, with a significant contribution to the field of high-performance elastomers. He holds a total of 10 patents, showcasing his innovative spirit and technical expertise. His work primarily focuses on the development of advanced materials that have practical applications in various industries.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is for a torque tool that involves high-performance RIM (reaction injection molded) poly(urethane)urea elastomers. This invention relates to a process for producing these elastomers, which are created from an allophanate-modified diphenylmethane diisocyanate prepolymer. The elastomers consist of a reaction product with an NCO group content ranging from about 5% to about 30%. The isocyanate-reactive component includes a high molecular weight amine-terminated polyether polyol, an aromatic diamine chain extender, and optionally, a chain extender or crosslinker. This innovative process also considers the use of an internal mold release agent, a surfactant, and a filler.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Michael has worked with prominent companies such as Bayer Corporation and Mobay Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to significant advancements in elastomer technology.

Collaborations

Michael has collaborated with notable professionals in his field, including Donald W. Schumacher and Gregory H. Slocum. These partnerships have further enriched his work and led to innovative solutions in elastomer production.

Conclusion

Michael F. Hurley is a distinguished inventor whose contributions to high-performance elastomers have made a lasting impact in the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing material science.

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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