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Florence, KY, United States of America

Mazak Corporation

USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Expired Patents = 14.3

EPO Patents = 4

Trademarks = 8

Forward Citations = 57

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33 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Rodney Dale Fleck (12 out of 14 patents)

Russell J Steel (12 out of 39 patents)

Scott M Packer (3 out of 59 patents)

4. Bernard Edward Schawe (3 out of 3 patents)

5. David Rosal (2 out of 8 patents)

6. Jimmie D Couch (2 out of 2 patents)

7. Robert J Utter (1 out of 12 patents)

8. Jay Lee (1 out of 15 patents)

9. Javon D Carson (1 out of 2 patents)

10. Jonathon Marshall (1 out of 2 patents)

11. Qingyuan Liu (1 out of 6 patents)

12. Michael P Miles (1 out of 4 patents)

13. Koichi Kawamura (1 out of 1 patent)

14. Yoshiya Katsu (1 out of 1 patent)

15. Mark Hadley (1 out of 1 patent)

21 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12691501 - Machine tool with removable workpiece support (2026-07-28),

2. 12636710 - Machine tool (2026-05-26),

3. 12594620 - Instrumented tool handler for friction stir welding (2026-04-07),

4. 12459051 - Devices, systems, and methods for increased wear resistance during low temperature friction stir processing (2025-11-04),

5. 12135258 - Tool condition monitoring system (2024-11-05),

6. 12083618 - Systems and methods for load control in friction stir processing (2024-09-10),

7. 12011776 - Instrumented tool handler for friction stir welding (2024-06-18),

8. 11697173 - Systems and methods for friction bit joining (2023-07-11),

9. 11534855 - Friction stir processing tip, apparatus, and method (2022-12-27),

10. 11458564 - Devices, systems, and methods for increased wear resistance during low temperature friction stir processing (2022-10-04),

11. 11440133 - Low-cost friction stir processing tool (2022-09-13),

12. 11130192 - Instrumented tool handler for friction stir welding (2021-09-28),

13. 11059125 - Friction stir processing tool with radial protrusion (2021-07-13),

14. 10799980 - Compressible friction stir welding tool for conventional machining equipment (2020-10-13),

15. 10695861 - Friction stir extrusion of nonweldable materials for downhole tools (2020-06-30),

Mazak Corporation is a leading manufacturer of advanced machine tools and manufacturing systems, specializing in CNC (computer numerical control) technology. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing. With a commitment to enhancing productivity and efficiency, Mazak integrates cutting-edge automation and software technologies into its products, supporting manufacturers in achieving precision and quality in their operations. Headquartered in Florence, Kentucky, Mazak serves a global market with a strong emphasis on research and development.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

21 Patents

#6 in Florence, KY

#63 in Kentucky

#15,681 in US

#29,928 in the World

Florence, KY, United States of America

Mazak Corporation

Forward Citations = 57

33 inventors:

Rodney Dale Fleck (12 out of 14 patents)

Russell J Steel (12 out of 39 patents)

Scott M Packer (3 out of 59 patents)

4. Bernard Edward Schawe (3 out of 3 patents)

5. David Rosal (2 out of 8 patents)

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