Michael Wolfgang Backer

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Silicone Chemistry. Top assignees: Dow Corning Corporation, Dow Silicones Corporation, Dow Corning (Shanghai) Co Ltd. Active years: 2002-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael Wolfgang Backer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-wolfgang-backer

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17 (Patent Applications = 9)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 9)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 49(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Vale of Glamorgan, GB (2002)
Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, GB (2003)
Mainz, DE (2013 - 2023)
Wiesbaden, DE (2024)

Company Filing History:

11 out of 2,921

Dow Corning Corporation

patents

6 out of 490

Dow Silicones Corporation

patents

1 out of 1

Dow Corning (Shanghai) Co Ltd

patent

4. 1 out of 252

Dow Corning Toray Company, Ltd.

Innovatiq Gmbh + Co Kg

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2002-2024

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Areas of Expertise:

Hydrosilylation

Silicone Rubber

3D Printing

Adhesion

Thermoplastics

Surface Modification

Elastomer Compositions

Phase Transfer Catalysts

Organosilicon Compounds

Polymer Compositions

Heat-Curable Silicone

Silane Treatment

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12071543 - Hydrosilylation cure inhibitors and use thereof (2024-08-27),

2. 11945981 - Adhesion of silicone rubber to thermoplastics (2024-04-02),

3. 11673315 - Method for formfree printing a three-dimensional object in layers (2023-06-13),

4. 11433595 - Device for formfree printing a three-dimensional object in layers (2022-09-06),

5. 11192354 - 3D printing method utilizing heat-curable silicone composition (2021-12-07),

6. 10518468 - Surface modification of silicones (2019-12-31),

7. 9518072 - Ester-functional silanes and the preparation and use thereof; and use of iminium compounds as phase transfer catalysts (2016-12-13),

8. 9440997 - Hydrolysable silanes (2016-09-13),

9. 9321792 - Hydrolysable silanes (2016-04-26),

10. 9080057 - Treatment of filler with silane (2015-07-14),

11. 9006372 - Silicone resins and their use in polymer compositions (2015-04-14),

12. 9000088 - Hydrolysable silanes and elastomer compositions containing them (2015-04-07),

13. 8580886 - Method for the preparation and use of bis (alkoxysilylorgano)-dicarboxylates (2013-11-12),

14. 6534668 - Preparation of sulfur-containing organosilicon compounds using a buffered phase transfer catalysis process (2003-03-18),

15. 6448426 - Process for the preparation of sulfur-containing organosilicon compounds (2002-09-10),

Title: Michael Wolfgang Backer: Innovator in Silicone Rubber Technology

Introduction

Michael Wolfgang Backer is a prominent inventor based in Mainz, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of silicone rubber technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the properties and applications of silicone materials, particularly in the context of hydrosilylation processes.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Backer has developed innovative hydrosilylation cure inhibitors. These inhibitors are designed for use in hydrosilylation curable silicone rubber compositions. The compositions include polyorganosiloxane cross-linkers with multiple terminal silicon bonded hydrogen groups and various hydrosilylation cure inhibitor compounds. Additionally, he has created an adhesion mediator composition that facilitates the bonding of silicone elastomers to thermoplastic substrates, particularly polyolefins. This composition includes a combination of trialkoxysilanes, platinum group metal catalysts, and polyorganosiloxanes.

Career Highlights

Backer has had a distinguished career, working with notable companies such as Dow Corning Corporation and Dow Silicones Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in silicone technologies and contribute to advancements in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Backer has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including John M Gohndrone and Howard M Bank. These partnerships have fostered innovation and the development of new technologies in silicone rubber applications.

Conclusion

Michael Wolfgang Backer is a key figure in the field of silicone rubber technology, with a strong portfolio of patents that reflect his innovative spirit. His contributions continue to influence the industry and pave the way for future advancements.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.