This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Carl Freudenberg Kg. Active years: 2012.
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Years Active: 2012
Title: Ulrike Maass: Innovator in Nonwoven Materials
Introduction
Ulrike Maass is a prominent inventor based in Kaiserslautern, Germany. She has made significant contributions to the field of nonwoven materials, particularly with her innovative patent that enhances the functionality and environmental compatibility of textile products.
Latest Patents
Ulrike Maass holds a patent for a velour needle-punched nonwoven material. This invention describes a unique process for producing a velour needle-punched nonwoven material by placing a pre-strengthened nonwoven material on a brush-like stitch base and needling it. The resulting material is characterized by its spun-bound nonwoven structure, which includes multicomponent filaments. These filaments consist of at least one high melting point component and one thermally activatable component with a low melting point. The velour needle-punched nonwoven material not only exhibits excellent mechanical properties but is also environmentally friendly and suitable for various applications, particularly in public domains.
Career Highlights
Ulrike Maass is associated with Carl Freudenberg KG, a company known for its innovative solutions in the textile industry. Her work has significantly impacted the development of sustainable materials that meet both performance and health standards.
Collaborations
Ulrike has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Martin Buechsel and Jeffrey Stine, to advance her research and development efforts in nonwoven materials.
Conclusion
Ulrike Maass is a trailblazer in the field of nonwoven materials, with her innovative patent reflecting her commitment to sustainability and functionality. Her contributions continue to influence the textile industry positively.