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Sagamihara, Japan

Akihiro Kimura

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Victor Company of Japan, Limited. Active years: 1987-1988.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akihiro Kimura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akihiro-kimura-jv7or5li

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 5

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 42(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal5 out of 2,887 
 
Victor Company of Japan, Limited
 patents

Years Active: 1987-1988

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 4753852 - Magnetic recording medium comprising a magnetic Co-Ni-Cr alloy thin layer (1988-06-28),
2. 4743348 - Magnetic medium for horizontal magnetization recording and method for (1988-05-10),
3. 4711810 - Magnetic medium for horizontal magnetization recording and method for (1987-12-08),
4. 4680218 - Magnetic recording medium (1987-07-14),
5. 4664976 - Magnetic recording medium comprising a protective carbon nitride layer (1987-05-12),

Title: Akihiro Kimura: Innovator in Magnetic Recording Technology

Introduction

Akihiro Kimura is a prominent inventor based in Sagamihara, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of magnetic recording technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the performance and reliability of magnetic recording media.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Kimura has developed a magnetic recording medium comprising a magnetic Co-Ni-Cr alloy thin layer. This innovative medium is designed for high-density recording and includes a non-magnetic substrate, a Cr undercoat, and a magnetic Ni-Cr-Co alloy thin layer. The magnetic alloy thin layer has a thickness ranging from 400 to 1200 angstroms and a Cr content of 3 to 17 atomic percent. This design ensures improved magnetic characteristics and corrosion resistance of the medium.

Another notable patent involves a magnetic medium for horizontal magnetization recording. This medium consists of a non-magnetic substrate and a magnetic recording film formed on at least one side of the substrate. The magnetic recording film is primarily made of an amorphous Co-Cr alloy containing 5 to 15 atomic percent of oxygen atoms. The method for creating this medium includes vapor deposition under specific conditions of oxygen gas partial pressure and sputtering rate.

Career Highlights

Kimura is currently associated with the Victor Company of Japan, Limited, where he continues to innovate in the field of magnetic recording technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of magnetic media, making them more efficient and reliable for various applications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kimura has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Toshikazu Nishihara and Toshio Ando. These collaborations have contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies in the magnetic recording sector.

Conclusion

Akihiro Kimura's contributions to magnetic recording technology have established him as a key figure in the field. His innovative patents reflect a commitment to enhancing the performance of magnetic media, ensuring their relevance in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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