20Initiatives to promote research and developmentDoctor system for working adultsThis system is intended for employees who aim to obtain a doctoral degree in fields related to research and development. We will support tuition and other related expenses for employees selected from among those who wish to obtain a doctoral degree. Several employees have already obtained their doctoral degrees under this system.Award system for employee inventionsWe've established a reward system to improve incentives for inventors and creators. Under this system, in addition to rewards for the application and registration of ideas, incentive rewards are also provid-ed according to performance over a certain period of time after registration. In addition, special achievement awards are also given to inventions that have achieved exception-al results.Achilles Technical Center (ATC)The Achilles Technical Center (ATC) is at the core of our research and development activities. We combine a wide range of technologies to create groundbreaking products and technologies that meet the diverse needs of our customers. Going forward, ATC will continue to foster synergy between human resources and technology to create unique products.Joint research with universities and research institutionsIn order to create high added value through our diverse product lineup, we're conduct-ing joint research with various universities and public research institutions. Our topics of research are wide-ranging, from basic research such as the elucidation of the principles behind the expression of physi-cal properties, to applied research for the development of products that will support the company in the future.Customer needsSocial issuesTechnology and market trendsProvide groundbreaking technologies and products that impress and surprise customersRresearch and development Collaboration with other companiesCollaboration with universities and research institutions■ Major initiatives in priority areasWe're promoting the development of circuit formation technology that makes thinner devices and high-speed communication possible, the develop-ment of high-performance heat insula-tion materials, and the development of PVC leather to create comfortable spaces for vehicles.ComfortWe're promoting the development of polyurethane foam using biomass and recycled raw materials, the develop-ment of biodegradable films, and the development of recycling technologies to reduce waste.EnvironmentFilm foaming technologyMolding technologyFoaming technologyOne of the main goals of our efforts in manufacturing is to continue to create new value for people, society, the planet, and the future. In order to achieve this, our Research and Development Division is working on the deep cultivation and application of related technologies based on plastic processing technology, and is leading efforts in the development of new technologies and products that are difficult to achieve in a single business unit. In recent years, we've focused on the development of technologies and products that are friendly to people and the environ-ment, with special priority on the areas of "environment" and "comfort." We're also promoting digital transformation, and are making manufac-turing processes and development operations smarter.We're pursuing all the possibilities of plastic, a material that can be freely transformed, and are working on the deep cultivation and application of related technologies.Research And Development
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