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Muratec Automation Co., Ltd.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Expired Patents = 76.2

EPO Patents = 2

Forward Citations = 174

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31 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Anthony C Bonora (5 out of 100 patents)

Masanao Murata (5 out of 50 patents)

Michael Krolak (5 out of 30 patents)

4. Roger G Hine (4 out of 53 patents)

5. Roumen Iliev Deyanov (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Joseph John Fatula, Jr (3 out of 24 patents)

7. Theodore W Rogers (2 out of 96 patents)

8. Norma B Riley (2 out of 4 patents)

9. Susumu Maetaki (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Robert W Carlson (1 out of 12 patents)

11. Yoshiaki Fujiwara (1 out of 2 patents)

12. Takashi Yamaji (1 out of 19 patents)

13. Michel Pharand (1 out of 6 patents)

14. Kevin Tzou (1 out of 10 patents)

15. Noriyasu Fukaya (1 out of 2 patents)

21 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 8376130 - Direct drive modular belt conveyor, cartridge, and quick connect-disconnect constant velocity drive shaft, for high speed FOUP transport (2013-02-19),

2. 8287222 - Transfer system (2012-10-16),

3. 8229587 - Semiconductor fabrication facility visualization system with performance optimization (2012-07-24),

4. 8196732 - Buffered storage and transport device for tool utilization (2012-06-12),

5. 8104722 - Transporting system, and method of controlling the transporting system (2012-01-31),

6. 8096408 - Segmented material conveyor system, threshold assembly and method for making and using the same (2012-01-17),

7. 7934592 - Conveying system which conveys an object from a first building to a second building (2011-05-03),

8. 7918122 - Container transport system and measurement container (2011-04-05),

9. 7917245 - Automated material handling system (2011-03-29),

10. 7871231 - Vertical carrying apparatus (2011-01-18),

11. 7798759 - Modular terminal for high-throughput AMHS (2010-09-21),

12. 7784606 - Belt conveyor transporting containers used in semiconductor fabrication (2010-08-31),

13. 7780392 - Horizontal array stocker (2010-08-24),

14. 7771151 - Interface between conveyor and semiconductor process tool load port (2010-08-10),

15. 7765936 - Transporting system with fire door, rail apparatus with fire door, and transporting system (2010-08-03),

Company Overview

Muratec Automation Co., Ltd., based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in advanced automation solutions and robotics. The company focuses on developing innovative technologies that enhance manufacturing efficiency and productivity across various industries. With a strong emphasis on automation systems, Muratec integrates cutting-edge robotics and software to streamline operations and improve workflow. Their expertise spans multiple sectors, positioning them as a key player in the global automation landscape.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Nov 3 2026

21 Patents

#91 in Kyoto 615-0031

#2,867 in Japan

#30,040 in the World

Muratec Automation Co., Ltd.

Forward Citations = 174

31 inventors:

Anthony C Bonora (5 out of 100 patents)

Masanao Murata (5 out of 50 patents)

Michael Krolak (5 out of 30 patents)

4. Roger G Hine (4 out of 53 patents)

5. Roumen Iliev Deyanov (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Muratec Automation Co., Ltd.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/muratec-automation-company

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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