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Osaka, Japan

Akihiro Ogawa

This inventor holds 26 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Vehicle Communication Systems. Top assignees: Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited, Autonetworks Technologies, Limited, Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Limited. Active years: 2016-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akihiro Ogawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akihiro-ogawa-s41ry21h

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 26 

% Patents Active = 80.8


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 13(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal25 out of 10,666 
 
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited
 patents
silverMedal13 out of 2,287 
 
Autonetworks Technologies, Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal13 out of 6,437 
 
Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Limited
 patents
4. 1 out of 882 
 
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2016-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Driving Assistance
Vehicle-mounted Device
Data Transmission
In-vehicle Communication
Control Method
Server Computer
Traffic Assistance
Authentication Control
Switch Device
Management Program
Communication Control
Microporous Film
26 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12776217 - In-vehicle device, communication method, and communication program (2026-10-27),
2. 12663287 - Vehicle-mounted apparatus, information distribution apparatus, driving assistance system, control method, and computer program (2026-06-23),
3. 12597346 - In-vehicle device, method, computer program, driving assistance server, and driving assistance method (2026-04-07),
4. 12335610 - Image data transmission apparatus, image data transmission method, and storage medium (2025-06-17),
5. 12289367 - In-vehicle/out-vehicle cooperation device and method (2025-04-29),
6. 12134398 - Vehicle-mounted device, control method therefor, and vehicle (2024-11-05),
7. 11945382 - System, server computer thereof, control method, and computer program (2024-04-02),
8. 11941975 - Driving assistance system, onboard device, method, and computer program (2024-03-26),
9. 11938897 - On-vehicle device, management method, and management program (2024-03-26),
10. 11790771 - Vehicle-mounted device for controlling transmission of sensor data (2023-10-17),
11. 11704104 - Control apparatus, control method, and computer program (2023-07-18),
12. 11610477 - Traffic assistance system, server, and vehicle-mounted device (2023-03-21),
13. 11444939 - Authentication control device, authentication control method, and authentication control program (2022-09-13),
14. 11416237 - Control apparatus, control method, and computer program (2022-08-16),
15. 11373464 - Vehicle-mounted communications device, log collection method, and log collection program (2022-06-28),

Title: Akihiro Ogawa: Innovator in Vehicle Technology

Introduction

Akihiro Ogawa, a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 21 patents, his innovations focus on enhancing driving support systems and improving vehicle control methods.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a highly advanced vehicle-mounted device designed to optimize driving support. This device includes a driving support system that communicates with a driving support server to provide vital assistance while driving. Additionally, it features a sub driving support server that processes sensor data from external sensors to enhance driving information accuracy. Ogawa's innovative design also incorporates two switching devices that seamlessly manage the flow of driving support information, ensuring uninterrupted assistance during driving. Another noteworthy patent encompasses a comprehensive system that integrates multiple sensors connected to various devices, efficiently processing sensor data to enhance communication and responsiveness in vehicle control.

Career Highlights

Ogawa has played a key role in notable companies such as Sumitomo Electric Industries and Autonetworks Technologies. His work within these organizations has propelled advancements in vehicle-mounted technologies, positioning him as a leading figure in the automotive innovation landscape.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Ogawa has collaborated with esteemed coworkers, including Hirofumi Urayama and Takeshi Hagihara. Together, their collective expertise has driven groundbreaking innovations and technological improvements that continue to impact the automotive industry.

Conclusion

Akihiro Ogawa's prolific contributions to vehicle technology showcase his dedication to innovation. With 21 patents to his name, he remains at the forefront of developments that enhance driving safety and efficiency. His work reflects the dynamic nature of automotive innovation and underscores the importance of collaboration in driving technological progress.

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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