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Aichi, Japan

Araco Kabushiki Kaisha

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USPTO Granted Patents = 54

% Expired Patents = 37.0



Forward Citations = 896

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96 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Makoto Asano (8 out of 11 patents)

silverMedal Hideki Uramichi (7 out of 22 patents)

bronzeMedal Hitoshi Yanase (4 out of 6 patents)

4.  Hidetaka Nagayasu (3 out of 13 patents)

5.  Yasunori Hasegawa (3 out of 13 patents)

6.  Tamotsu Nagaya (3 out of 3 patents)

7.  Naoki Yoshioka (3 out of 3 patents)

8.  Kazuhisa Tatematsu (3 out of 7 patents)

9.  Hisaaki Kato (3 out of 9 patents)

10.  Fumitoshi Akaike (2 out of 70 patents)

11.  Taku Imajo (2 out of 6 patents)

12.  Seiya Nishimura (2 out of 18 patents)

13.  Yuichi Yagami (2 out of 15 patents)

14.  Jiro Aizaki (2 out of 6 patents)

15.  Tsuyoshi Takahashi (2 out of 12 patents)


Core Competencies:
Reclining Mechanism
Vehicle Seat
Seat Lifting Device
Manufacturing Method
Hydraulic Forming
Metal Separator
Flanged Articles
Molded Articles
Functional Member
Side Air Bag
Anti-Corrosive Material
Tilt-Type Headrest

54 patents:

1. 7360964 - Joint structure (2008-04-22),
2. 7296456 - Methods and apparatus for manufacturing flanged articles (2007-11-20),
3. 7243974 - Locking devices for vehicle seats (2007-07-17),
4. 7097672 - Metal separator for fuel cell and bonding method there of (2006-08-29),
5. 7066541 - Seat reclining mechanisms (2006-06-27),
6. 7020945 - Methods for adjusting clearance (2006-04-04),
7. 7014263 - Vehicle seats (2006-03-21),
8. 6986542 - Retractable seats (2006-01-17),
9. 6974174 - Retractable seats (2005-12-13),
10. 6962383 - Vehicle seat (2005-11-08),
11. 6960383 - Combined boards and methods for manufacturing the same (2005-11-01),
12. 6938449 - Hydraulic forming process, hydraulic forming device and metal separator for a fuel cell formed by hydraulic forming process (2005-09-06),
13. 6932937 - Methods and apparatus for manufacturing molded articles (2005-08-23),
14. 6910737 - Seat reclining devices (2005-06-28),
15. 6910723 - Seat mounting devices (2005-06-28),
Company Overview
Araco Kabushiki Kaisha, based in Aichi, Japan, specializes in advanced vehicle seat technology, focusing on innovative solutions for comfort and functionality. The company develops a range of products including reclining mechanisms, seat lifting devices, and various molded articles, utilizing cutting-edge manufacturing methods such as hydraulic forming. With a commitment to enhancing automotive seating, Araco plays a significant role in the automotive industry by integrating ergonomic design and engineering excellence into its offerings.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

54 Patents

#32 in Aichi

#1,632 in Japan

#13,147 in the World

Aichi, JP
Aichi, Japan

Araco Kabushiki Kaisha

Forward Citations = 896

96 inventors:

goldMedal Makoto Asano (8 out of 11 patents)

silverMedal Hideki Uramichi (7 out of 22 patents)

bronzeMedal Hitoshi Yanase (4 out of 6 patents)

4.  Hidetaka Nagayasu (3 out of 13 patents)

5.  Yasunori Hasegawa (3 out of 13 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Araco Kabushiki Kaisha. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/araco-kabushiki-kaisha

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

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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