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Cologne, Germany

Rainhard Koch

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Biodegradable Polymers. Top assignees: Bayer Aktiengesellschaft, Wolff Walsrode Ag, Novozymes A/s. Active years: 1995-2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Rainhard Koch. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/rainhard-koch

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 94.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 307(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Koln, DE (1995 - 2000)
  • Köln, DE (2001 - 2003)
  • Cologne, DE (2007)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 12,269 
 
Bayer Aktiengesellschaft
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 181 
 
Wolff Walsrode Ag
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 1,427 
 
Novozymes A/s
 patents
4. 1 out of 422 
 
Genencor International, Inc.
 patents
5. 1 out of 1 
 
Wolfe Walsrode Ag
 patent
6. 1 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1995-2007

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Areas of Expertise:
Enzymatic Hydrolysis
Biodegradable Polymers
Compostable Plastics
Thermoplastic Materials
Hydroxyalkyl Cellulose
Starch Blends
Polyesteramides
Biodegradable Leather
Cellulose Ether
Hydrogels
Flocculation
Textile Processing
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7183086 - Enzymatic hydrolysis of cyclic oligomers (2007-02-27),
2. 6559300 - Water-soluble biodegradable hydroxyalkyl cellulose-2-hydroxycarboxylic acid esters which can flocculate (2003-05-06),
3. 6548278 - Enzymatic hydrolysis of cyclic oligomers (2003-04-15),
4. 6403787 - Thermoplastic material consisting of aliphatic carbamic acid derivatives of polysaccharides and low-molecular urea derivatives as well as a process for their preparation and use of the same (2002-06-11),
5. 6255451 - Degradation of biologically degradable polymers using enzymes (2001-07-03),
6. 6254644 - Biologically degradable leather (2001-07-03),
7. 6251968 - Method for modifying products or half-stuffs from molding materials consisting of mixtures of thermoplastic synthetic materials (2001-06-26),
8. 6184010 - Enzymatic hydrolysis of cyclic oligomers (2001-02-06),
9. 6164012 - Biological material embedded in hydrogels, a process for the embedding (2000-12-26),
10. 6071711 - Degradation of biodegradable polyester amides with enzymes (2000-06-06),
11. 6008276 - Polymer blends containing starch and polyurethane (1999-12-28),
12. 5961906 - Biodegradable and compostable plastic articles, including flat-shaped (1999-10-05),
13. 5898049 - Biodegradable and compostable shaped bodies (1999-04-27),
14. 5861506 - Compostable and thermoplastic cellulose ether-2-hydroxycarboxylic acid (1999-01-19),
15. 5769900 - Enzyme mixtures and processes for desizing textiles sized with starch (1998-06-23),

Title: Rainhard Koch: Innovator in Biodegradable Solutions

Introduction

Rainhard Koch is a prominent inventor based in Cologne, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of biodegradable materials, holding a total of 18 patents. His work focuses on innovative processes and products that aim to enhance sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the invention titled "Enzymatic hydrolysis of cyclic oligomers." This process involves the enzymatic hydrolysis of cyclic oligomers of poly(ethylene terephthalate), utilizing one or more lipolytic and/or biopolyester hydrolytic enzymes. Another notable patent is for "Water-soluble biodegradable hydroxyalkyl cellulose-2-hydroxycarboxylic acid esters which can flocculate." This invention describes a biodegradable hydroxyalkyl cellulose-2-hydroxycarboxylic acid ester with specific molecular degrees of substitution, along with methods for its preparation and applications in various industries, including foodstuffs and cosmetics.

Career Highlights

Rainhard Koch has worked with several notable companies throughout his career, including Bayer AG and Wolff Walsrode AG. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in biodegradable materials.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Rainhard has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Hanns-Peter Muller and Jochen Kalbe. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking inventions.

Conclusion

Rainhard Koch's contributions to the field of biodegradable materials are noteworthy and impactful. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

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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