Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 545

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6 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Koma Nakatani (6 out of 9 patents)

Koichiro Nakatani (5 out of 19 patents)

Junichi Hayakawa (3 out of 10 patents)

4. Teru Miyauchi (2 out of 2 patents)

5. Kouichiro Nakatani (1 out of 5 patents)

6. Sanjiro Hagiwara (1 out of 1 patent)

18 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5497964 - Stand for golf bag (1996-03-12),

2. 5365293 - Panhead of improved operability (1994-11-15),

3. 5341185 - Center column friction control system for video tripod (1994-08-23),

4. D344969 - Video camera tripod (1994-03-08),

5. D327085 - Camera panhead (1992-06-16),

6. D327084 - Camera panhead (1992-06-16),

7. D327083 - Combined tripod leg and leg locks (1992-06-16),

8. 5083147 - Panhead (1992-01-21),

9. 5012265 - Panhead (1991-04-30),

10. 4940203 - Leg pad and spike for tripod (1990-07-10),

11. 4932622 - Locking device for tripod leg sections (1990-06-12),

12. 4929973 - Panhead with quick release shoe (1990-05-29),

13. D292982 - Pan head assembly (1987-12-01),

14. D291153 - Collapsible easel (1987-08-04),

15. D291061 - Tubular leg clamp (1987-07-28),

Company Overview

Velbon International Corporation, headquartered in Torrance, California, specializes in the design and manufacture of high-quality tripods and camera accessories. The company is recognized for its innovative solutions that cater to photographers, videographers, and outdoor enthusiasts, enhancing stability and usability in various shooting conditions. With a commitment to precision engineering, Velbon integrates advanced materials and technology into its products, ensuring reliability and performance for users across the globe.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 20 2026

18 Patents

#33 in Torrance, CA

#4,293 in California

#17,974 in US

#34,244 in the World

Torrance, CA, United States of America

Velbon International Corporation

Forward Citations = 545

6 inventors:

Koma Nakatani (6 out of 9 patents)

Koichiro Nakatani (5 out of 19 patents)

Junichi Hayakawa (3 out of 10 patents)

4. Teru Miyauchi (2 out of 2 patents)

5. Kouichiro Nakatani (1 out of 5 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Velbon International Corporation. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/velbon-international

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

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