This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents. Top assignee: Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2004-2007.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2004-2007
Title: Innovations of Shinnen Kobata in Laminated Glass Technology
Introduction
Shinnen Kobata is a notable inventor based in Koka-gun, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of laminated glass technology, holding a total of 3 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the performance characteristics of laminated glass, particularly in terms of heat insulation and electromagnetic wave transmittance.
Latest Patents
Kobata's latest patents include an interlayer film for laminated glass designed to provide excellent heat insulation and electromagnetic wave transmittance. The invention aims to produce laminated glass with superior transparency, appropriate bond strength, penetration resistance, impact absorption, and weather resistance. The interlayer film comprises an adhesive resin, with specific particle size requirements for tin-doped indium oxide and antimony-doped tin oxide. This innovation ensures that the laminated glass achieves a visible light transmittance rate of at least 65% and a solar radiation transmittance rate of no more than 80% of the visible light transmittance.
Another significant patent focuses on a laminated glass-use intermediate film that enhances transparency, heat shield properties, electromagnetic wave permeability, and weatherability. The laminated glass produced using this film demonstrates an electromagnetic wave shielding performance of 10 dB or less across various frequencies, along with a haze of 1.0% or less and a visible light transmittance of 70% or more.
Career Highlights
Shinnen Kobata is currently associated with Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate in the field of materials science. His work has been instrumental in advancing the technology behind laminated glass, making it more efficient and effective for various applications.
Collaborations
Kobata has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Yoshio Aoshima and Hajime Shohi. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative solutions in laminated glass technology.
Conclusion
Shinnen Kobata's contributions to laminated glass technology through his patents reflect his commitment to innovation and excellence. His work not only enhances the performance of laminated glass but also sets new standards in the industry.