FROM SRI LANKA TO 130+ GLOBAL PATENTS|DON HEMACHANDRA GUNASEKARA| AT HYDEPARK | INDEEWARI AMUWATTE

In this episode of At HydePark with Indeewari Amuwatte, we sit down with U.S.-based Sri Lankan chartered engineer and global innovator Don Hemachandra Gunasekara, who has filed over 130 international patents across multiple countries. From humble beginnings in Sri Lanka to managing advanced communication systems and contributing to satellite technology, Gunasekara shares how ideas evolve into real-world solutions and how innovators can protect and commercialize their creations. This episode explores: How to turn ideas into patents The 4 pillars every successful innovation must have When and how to file a patent Why Sri Lanka must build a stronger innovation culture The role of mentorship, leadership, and experimentation How satellite and communication technologies evolved Why customer demand drives technological breakthroughs Gunasekara explains that innovation is not just about having an idea - it requires technical feasibility, development, and legal protection, only when all four pillars are in place does an idea gain real market value. For young engineers, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and students this conversation remains an important life-story on intellectual property, research culture, and building an innovation-driven economy. If Sri Lanka is to compete globally, we must cultivate curiosity from a young age, encourage experimentation, and build ecosystems that support patents, research, and commercialization. Whether you're an aspiring innovator or policymaker, this episode offers practical insights on protecting ideas and building global impact. Ada Derana | ශ්‍රී ලංකාවේ විශ්වසනීය හා ප්‍රමුඛතම පුවත් සපයන්නා #AdaDerana #News #SriLankaNews #LatestNews #DeranaNews #TVDerana #TrendingNews #ViralNews #SriLanka #SLnews #Innovation #Patents #SriLanka #Entrepreneurship #Engineering #StartupCulture #IntellectualProperty