Yuan-Yong Yan

This inventor holds 85 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 41 EPO patents, primarily in Functional Polymers (CPC class C08C19-44). Top assignees: Bridgestone Corporation, The Goodyear & Tire Rubber Company, Bridgestone Corpororation. Active years: 2004-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yuan-Yong Yan. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yuan-yong-yan

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 85 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 43.5

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 41 (Patent Applications = 35)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 279(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 199(Dec 10, 2025)

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Company Filing History:

80 out of 5,194

Bridgestone Corporation

patents

2 out of 7,061

The Goodyear & Tire Rubber Company

patents

1 out of 1

Bridgestone Corpororation

patent

4. 1 out of 36

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

patents

5. 1 out of 834,513

Other

patents

Years Active: 2004-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Functional Polymers

Silane-Functionalized Compounds

Elastomeric Compositions

Hydroxyaryl Polymers

Anionic Polymerization

Terminal-Functionalized Polymers

Coupled Polymers

Rubber Compositions

Nanoparticles

Cold Flow Resistance

Multi-Valent Initiators

Methylstyrene Polymers

85 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12698377 - VOC-free coupling agents for rubber compositions (2026-08-04),

2. 12371548 - Coupling system for silica containing rubber compounds (2025-07-29),

3. 12168705 - Modified high cis polydiene polymer, related methods and rubber compositions (2024-12-17),

4. 12006422 - Coupled polymer products, methods of making and compositions containing (2024-06-11),

5. 11879055 - Non-active sulfur containing functional silanes for silica compounds (2024-01-23),

6. 11807704 - Functionalized polymer, process for preparing and rubber compositions containing the functionalized polymer (2023-11-07),

7. 11639409 - Terminal-functionalized polymer, rubber composition containing same and related processes (2023-05-02),

8. 11512161 - Functional initiator for anionic polymerization (2022-11-29),

9. 11203658 - Coupled polymer products, methods of making and compositions containing (2021-12-21),

10. 11161927 - Functionalized polymer, process for preparing and rubber compositions containing the functionalized polymer (2021-11-02),

11. 11117987 - Hydroxyaryl functionalized polymers (2021-09-14),

12. 11111338 - Terminal-functionalized polymer and related methods (2021-09-07),

13. 11028208 - Terminal-functionalized polymer, rubber composition containing same and related processes (2021-06-08),

14. 11028195 - Hydroxyaryl functionalized polymers (2021-06-08),

15. 10828937 - Copolymer end-functionalized with functional silane, compositions thereof and related processes (2020-11-10),

Title: Innovations and Contributions of Yuan-Yong Yan in Polymer Science

Introduction

Yuan-Yong Yan, based in Copley, OH, has made significant strides in the field of polymer science, holding an impressive 83 patents to his name. His work primarily revolves around the development of modified polymers, particularly in applications related to tire manufacturing.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a patent for a modified high cis polydiene polymer, along with the associated methods and rubber compositions. This invention outlines a modified high cis polydiene polymer that is crafted using a unique functionalizing compound and a coupling agent, employing a lanthanide-based catalyst system. The resultant polymer can be integrated into tire rubber compositions, enhancing their performance and durability.

Another notable patent details coupled polymer products which encompass polymer chains bonded to functionalizing compounds. This development further incorporates a vinyl group-functionalized aminosilane compound, optimizing the polymer chains for use in rubber compositions. Such innovations are pivotal in creating more efficient tire components.

Career Highlights

Yuan-Yong Yan has contributed his expertise to esteemed organizations like Bridgestone Corporation, where he has been instrumental in enhancing rubber technologies and developing innovative tire products. His extensive research and development work have positioned him as a leader in the polymer field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yan has collaborated with notable professionals, including Zengquan Qin and Xiao-Dong Pan. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that has led to groundbreaking advancements in polymer science and tire manufacturing technologies.

Conclusion

Yuan-Yong Yan's dedication to innovation in polymer science is evident through his substantial patent portfolio and contributions to the industry. As the demand for high-performance materials continues to grow, his research plays a critical role in shaping the future of tire technology and rubber compositions.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.