Patents by Inventor Michael D. Cassiday

Michael D. Cassiday has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 7741408
    Abstract: A novel flooring composition was developed based on a blend comprising: a) an elastomer; b) a random propylene/alpha-olefin copolymer; c) a cross linking agent; and optionally d) a melt strength enhancing polymer. This composition achieves a unique balance of properties, exhibiting often-conflicting performance requirements. These include low gloss and excellent pattern duplication in embossing, low modulus, minimal odor, excellent grain acceptance and abrasion resistance, while remaining thermoformable and maintaining minimal shift in viscosity during recycle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2010
    Assignee: Dow Global Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian W. Walther, Carl F. Baker, Sharon L. Baker, Michael D. Cassiday, Charles F. Diehl, Wenbin Liang, David P. Wright