Seattle, WA, United States of America

Vipin Kumar

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Thermoplastic Materials. Top assignees: University of Washington, Dart Container Corporation, Microgreen Polymers, Inc.. Active years: 1993-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Vipin Kumar. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/vipin-kumar

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 

% Patents Active = 40.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 200(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1993-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Microcellular Films
Thermoplastic Polymers
Foaming Methods
Polymeric Membranes
Impact Strength
Bimodal Materials
Blow Molding
Nanoporous Structures
Multi-layered Objects
Solid-state Processes
Crystalline Skins
Collapsible Containers
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Vipin Kumar: Pioneering Microstructural Materials

Introduction: Vipin Kumar, based in Seattle, WA, is an accomplished inventor recognized for his contributions to the field of materials science. With a remarkable portfolio of 22 patents, he has made significant advances in the development of microstructural materials that enhance the properties and applications of thermoplastic polymers.

Latest Patents: Kumar's innovative work is highlighted by his recent patents, one of which is a method for generating a microstructure in materials containing thermoplastic polymer molecules. This method involves determining a size-index representing the average size of the thermoplastic polymer molecules and adjusting the process parameters accordingly to generate microcellular bubbles within the material.

Another notable patent is focused on the creation of multi-layered foamed polymeric objects. This invention details the production of foamed thermoplastic materials that exhibit an internal layered cellular structure. The multi-layered article comprises discrete outer layers sandwiching multiple inner foamed layers, with potential usage of various semi-crystalline polymers such as PET, PEEK, and PLA, among others.

Career Highlights: Kumar has made substantial contributions through his tenure at the University of Washington and its Center for Commercialization. His research efforts focus on translating complex material science concepts into practical applications, fostering innovation in the industry.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kumar has collaborated with talented professionals such as Krishna V. Nadella and Dustin Miller. These partnerships have enhanced his research endeavors, combining expertise to push the boundaries of what is possible in materials science.

Conclusion: Vipin Kumar's innovative spirit and dedication to advancing thermoplastic materials through his patents highlight his role as a leading inventor in his field. His work continues to inspire and influence developments in material technology, paving the way for future innovations.

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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