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Kariya, Japan

Akio Sugiura

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Nippondenso Co., Ltd., Denso Corporation, Toyota Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1976-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akio Sugiura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akio-sugiura

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 93.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 339(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nagoya, JA (1976 - 1978)
  • Nagoya, JP (1978 - 2000)
  • Kariya, JP (2002 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 3,252 
 
Nippondenso Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 20,407 
 
Denso Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 1,838 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
4. 1 out of 32 
 
Furukawa Magnet Wire Co., Ltd.
 patents
5. 1 out of 2,643 
 
The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1976-2014

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8847075 - Insulated wire (2014-09-30),
2. 7555955 - Ultrasonic sensor (2009-07-07),
3. 6462464 - Stacked piezoelectric device and method of fabrication thereof (2002-10-08),
4. 6135353 - 2-dimensional code reader (2000-10-24),
5. 6039256 - Optical information reading apparatus having dust-proof plate (2000-03-21),
6. 4147295 - Method and apparatus for recognizing bar codes (1979-04-03),
7. 4140271 - Method and apparatus to read in bar-coded information (1979-02-20),
8. 4136821 - Method and apparatus for recognizing code information (1979-01-30),
9. 4135663 - System for recognizing bar code information (1979-01-23),
10. 4114030 - Method and apparatus to optically recognize recorded information (1978-09-12),
11. 4096992 - System for recognizing bar code information (1978-06-27),
12. 4074115 - Method and apparatus to read-in bar-coded information (1978-02-14),
13. 4033634 - Antiskid control device for vehicles (1977-07-05),
14. 4027926 - Anti-skid control system for vehicles (1977-06-07),
15. 4007971 - Anti-skid control system for vehicles (1977-02-15),

Title: Akio Sugiura: Innovator in Ultrasonic Technology

Introduction

Akio Sugiura is a prominent inventor based in Kariya, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of technology, particularly in the development of ultrasonic sensors and insulated wires. With a total of 16 patents to his name, Sugiura's work has had a lasting impact on various industries.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is an insulated wire designed to enhance electrical performance. Additionally, he has developed an ultrasonic sensor that detects objects through the emission and reception of ultrasonic waves. This sensor includes a sending element, a receiving portion, and a unique configuration of transmitting and oscillating components that work together to accurately detect objects in its vicinity.

Career Highlights

Sugiura has had a distinguished career, working with notable companies such as Nippondenso Co., Ltd. and Denso Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to groundbreaking technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Sugiura has collaborated with talented individuals, including Tadao Nojiri and Atutoshi Okamoto. These partnerships have fostered innovation and led to the successful development of various technologies.

Conclusion

Akio Sugiura's contributions to the field of technology, particularly in ultrasonic sensors and insulated wires, showcase his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing engineering solutions. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future inventors.

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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