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Miyagi, Japan

Shiro Kobayashi

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Alps Electric Co., Ltd., Alps Electric Co., Ltd. and Shiro Koayashi, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.. Active years: 1992-2002.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shiro Kobayashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shiro-kobayashi-yanoak4f

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 85.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 81(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kawauchi Juutaku, Kawauchi Mubanchi, Sendai-shi, Miyagi JP (1992)
  • Kawauchi, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi-ken, JP (1993)
  • Taihaku-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi-ken, JP (1995)
  • Miyagi-ken, JP (1998 - 1999)
  • Tsukuba, JP (1993 - 2002)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal1 out of 4,048 
 
Alps Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 1 
 
Alps Electric Co., Ltd. and Shiro Koayashi
 patent
bronzeMedal1 out of 1,816 
 
Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 1,173 
 
Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited
 patents
5. 1 out of 5,989 
 
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
 patents
6. 1 out of 1 
 
Shiro Kobayashi
 patent
7. 4 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1992-2002

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6344516 - Resin composition and process for producing the same (2002-02-05),
2. 5864050 - Curable resin compound, method for producing the same, and cured-resin (1999-01-26),
3. 5824414 - Preparation of spherical polyphenol particles (1998-10-20),
4. 5449743 - Method for ring opening polymerization using a hydrolase catalyst (1995-09-12),
5. 5229628 - Electroluminescent device having sub-interlayers for high luminous (1993-07-20),
6. 5204428 - Copolymer and method of producing the same (1993-04-20),
7. 5164477 - Polyfunctional polymerization initiator (1992-11-17),

Title: Shiro Kobayashi: Innovator in Curable Resin Technology

Introduction

Shiro Kobayashi is a prominent inventor based in Miyagi-ken, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of curable resin technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His innovative work focuses on developing resin compositions that have a wide range of applications.

Latest Patents

Kobayashi's latest patents include a curable resin composition that is formed in the presence of a transition metal complex. This composition is created by polymerizing an oxidative-polymerizable compound that contains a phenol-compound-containing vegetable oil. The resulting curable resin composition is versatile and can be used as a raw material for various applications, including urushi-like coatings, friction materials, brake linings, and adhesives. Another notable patent involves a curable resin compound that is soluble in organic solvents, which can be cured through a crosslinking reaction to enhance its solvent and chemical resistance.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Shiro Kobayashi has worked with notable companies, including Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. His expertise in resin technology has positioned him as a key figure in the development of advanced materials.

Collaborations

Kobayashi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Hiroshi Uyama and Yoshihiro Taguchi. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and innovations in the field.

Conclusion

Shiro Kobayashi's contributions to curable resin technology demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a deep understanding of material science and its applications in various industries.

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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