Michael Kalbe

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 18 EPO patents, primarily in Polymer Composite Technology. Top assignees: Basf Se Corporation, Carl Freudenberg Kg, Bayer Aktiengesellschaft. Active years: 2000-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael Kalbe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-kalbe

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 17 (Patent Applications = 9)

% Patents Active = 58.8

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 18 (Patent Applications = 16)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 72(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Essen, DE (2003)
Limburg, DE (2002 - 2004)
Weinheim, DE (2000 - 2018)
Ludwigshafen, DE (2021)
Ludwigshafen am Rhein, DE (2022 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Bayer Aktiengesellschaft

Firma Carl Freudenberg

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6. 1 out of 834,601

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Years Active: 2000-2024

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Areas of Expertise:

Thermodeformable Polymer

Fiber Composite

Textile Industry

Aqueous Binder

Molding Materials

Adhesive Powder

Fusible Interlining

Flexible Flat Cable

Nonwoven Interlining

Granular Substrates

Low-Emission Thermoplastic

Double Layer Adhesive

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11859062 - Method for producing a thermodeformable polymer/fiber composite (2024-01-02),

2. 11499021 - Fiber molding (2022-11-15),

3. 11198974 - Thermodeformable polymer/fiber composite (2021-12-14),

4. 10081134 - Process for producing fiber composite moldings (2018-09-25),

5. 9499657 - Binder for granular and/or fibrous substrates (2016-11-22),

6. 9359518 - Aqueous binder for granular and/or fibrous substrates (2016-06-07),

7. 9238749 - Aqueous binder for granular and/or fibrous substrates (2016-01-19),

8. 9023919 - Aqueous binder composition (2015-05-05),

9. 8652976 - Fixable nonwoven interlining material used in the textile industry (2014-02-18),

10. 8603926 - Textile fabric with improved finish, production and use thereof (2013-12-10),

11. 6986935 - Fusible interlining (2006-01-17),

12. 6965082 - Flexible flat cable (2005-11-15),

13. 6777065 - Fixing liner with double layer adhesive dots (2004-08-17),

14. 6515048 - Adhesive powder (2003-02-04),

15. 6420510 - Aliphatic, low-emission thermoplastic polyurethane molding materials suitable for sintering (2002-07-16),

Title: Michael Kalbe: Innovator in Thermodeformable Polymer Composites

Introduction

Michael Kalbe is a prominent inventor based in Weinheim, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of polymer and fiber composites, holding a total of 17 patents. His innovative work focuses on methods for producing thermodeformable materials that have various applications in industry.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method for producing a thermodeformable polymer/fiber composite. This process utilizes a fibrous substrate, an organic di- or polyisocyanate compound, and a dispersion polymer. Another notable patent is for fiber molding, which describes a process for creating a thermoformable and/or embossable fiber/polymer composite using a fibrous lignocellulosic substrate and a polymer.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Michael Kalbe has worked with notable companies such as BASF SE and Carl Freudenberg KG. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in polymer technology and composite materials.

Collaborations

Michael has collaborated with several professionals in his field, including Peter S. Grynaeus and Kathrin Michl. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of his research and the successful development of his patented technologies.

Conclusion

Michael Kalbe's innovative work in thermodeformable polymer composites has established him as a key figure in the field. His patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing material science and engineering.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.