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Akira Endo

Tokyo, Japan

Akira Endo

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This inventor holds 116 USPTO granted patents and 13 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Extreme Ultraviolet Light (CPC class 343-8). Top assignees: Hitachi, Ltd., Gigaphoton Inc., Komatsu Corporation. Active years: 1976-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akira Endo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akira-endo

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 116 

% Patents Active = 75.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 20

Forward Citations = 1,399(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,337(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


    Location History:

    • Katsuta, JA (1976)
    • Tokyo, JA (1976 - 1977)
    • Odawara, JP (1979)
    • Hiromachi, JP (1981)
    • Tagajyo, JP (1982)
    • Katsuta, JP (1981 - 1985)
    • Zama, JP (1987)
    • Nagai, JP (1988)
    • Hachiouji, JP (1988 - 1996)
    • Gunma, JP (1996)
    • Mito, JP (1984 - 1997)
    • Tokorozawa, JP (1998)
    • Fujisawa, JP (1999)
    • Gifu-ken, JP (1998 - 2000)
    • Nagoya, JP (2000 - 2003)
    • Midori-ku, JP (2003)
    • Hachioji, JP (1984 - 2009)
    • Obu, JP (2011)
    • Yokohama, JP (2013)
    • Ibaraki, JP (1978 - 2014)
    • Jena, DE (2011 - 2014)
    • Hiratsuka, JP (2011 - 2014)
    • Saitama, JP (2011 - 2015)
    • Hitachinaka, JP (2015)
    • Sendai, JP (2016)
    • Tsukuba, JP (2017)
    • Kiyosu, JP (2018)
    • Tokyo, JP (1979 - 2019)
    • Kanagawa, JP (1990 - 2021)

    Company Filing History:

    goldMedal41 out of 42,726 
     
    Hitachi, Ltd.
     patents
    silverMedal33 out of 598 
     
    Gigaphoton Inc.
     patents
    bronzeMedal6 out of 2,813 
     
    Komatsu Corporation
     patents
    4. 6 out of 13,420 
     
    Nissan Motor Company Limited
     patents
    5. 5 out of 17,880 
     
    Brother Kogyo Kabushiki-Kaisha
     patents
    6. 5 out of 182 
     
    Hitachi Vlsi Engineering Corp.
     patents
    7. 5 out of 613 
     
    Sankyo Company, Limited
     patents
    8. 5 out of 58,145 
     
    Sony Corporation
     patents
    9. 3 out of 336 
     
    Hitachi Ulsi Systems Co., Ltd.
     patents
    10. 2 out of 98 
     
    Asahi Denka Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
     patents
    11. 2 out of 16,458 
     
    Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited
     patents
    12. 2 out of 152 
     
    Hitachi Automotive Engineering Co., Ltd.
     patents
    13. 2 out of 308 
     
    Kayaba Industry Company, Ltd.
     patents
    14. 2 out of 651 
     
    Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.
     patents
    15. 2 out of 1,763 
     
    National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology
     patents
    16. 2 out of 94 
     
    Unimatec Co., Ltd
     patents
    17. 1 out of 1,297 
     
    Asahi Kasei Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
     patents
    18. 1 out of 3,596 
     
    Cypress Semiconductor Corporation
     patents
    19. 1 out of 11 
     
    Godo Shusei Co., Ltd.
     patents
    20. 1 out of 836 
     
    Hitachi Cable, Inc.
     patents
    21. 1 out of 6 
     
    Hitachi Device Eng. Co., Ltd.
     patents
    22. 1 out of 53,250 
     
    Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
     patents
    23. 1 out of 215 
     
    Kabushiki Kaisha Yakult Honsha
     patents
    24. 1 out of 95 
     
    Kayaba Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
     patents
    25. 1 out of 9 
     
    Marcon Electronics Company, Ltd.
     patents
    26. 1 out of 45 
     
    Mect Corporation
     patents
    27. 1 out of 4 
     
    Microtracbel Corp.
     patents
    28. 1 out of 103 
     
    Mitsuba Electric Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
     patents
    29. 1 out of 21,351 
     
    Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
     patents
    30. 1 out of 3,282 
     
    Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation
     patents
    31. 1 out of 1,075 
     
    Spansion LLC.
     patents
    32. 1 out of 1,250 
     
    Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd.
     patents
    33. 1 out of 5 
     
    Tobishi Yakuhin Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
     patents
    34. 1 out of 3,086 
     
    Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd.
     patents
    35. 1 out of 834,453 
    Other
     patents
    where one patent can have more than one assignee

    Years Active: 1976-2021

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    Areas of Expertise:
    Extreme Ultraviolet Light
    Laser System
    Communication Device
    Measurement Apparatus
    Turbo Machine
    Signal Processor
    Sealing Device
    Adsorption Measurement
    Ink-Jet Recording
    Fluid Machine
    Far-Side Airbag
    Hexafluoroacetone
    116 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
    1. 11012091 - Transmitting apparatus and transmission method, receiving apparatus and reception method, and program (2021-05-18),
    2. 10260366 - Sealing device and turbo machine (2019-04-16),
    3. 10053044 - Far-side airbag apparatus (2018-08-21),
    4. 9995164 - Rotating fluid machine (2018-06-12),
    5. 9784637 - Adsorption characteristic measuring apparatus (2017-10-10),
    6. 9319162 - Signal processor and communication device (2016-04-19),
    7. 9095260 - Measurement apparatus, measurement method, program and information processing apparatus (2015-08-04),
    8. 9004857 - Barrel-shaped centrifugal compressor (2015-04-14),
    9. 8901524 - Extreme ultraviolet light source apparatus (2014-12-02),
    10. 8853656 - Extreme ultraviolet light source device (2014-10-07),
    11. 8853462 - Method for producing hexafluoroacetone or hydrate thereof (2014-10-07),
    12. 8804778 - Laser apparatus and extreme ultraviolet light source apparatus (2014-08-12),
    13. 8710475 - Extreme ultraviolet light source device and method for generating extreme ultraviolet light (2014-04-29),
    14. 8698116 - Extreme ultra violet light source apparatus (2014-04-15),
    15. 8605756 - Signal processor and communication device (2013-12-10),

    Title: The Innovative Journey of Akira Endo

    Introduction: Akira Endo, a pioneering female inventor hailing from Tokyo, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of medical science through her groundbreaking innovations.

    Latest Patents: Akira Endo holds several patents related to her research in the development of cholesterol-lowering medications and treatments for cardiovascular diseases.

    Career Highlights: Endo's illustrious career includes her pivotal role in the discovery of statins, a class of drugs that have revolutionized the treatment of high cholesterol and cardiovascular conditions. Her research has saved countless lives and improved the quality of life for patients worldwide.

    Collaborations: Throughout her career, Akira Endo has collaborated with leading pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and medical professionals to further advance the field of cardiovascular medicine. Her collaborative efforts have led to the development of innovative therapies that have had a profound impact on global healthcare.

    Conclusion: Akira Endo's dedication to scientific research and her relentless pursuit of innovation have solidified her legacy as a trailblazing inventor in the field of medical science. Her work continues to inspire future generations of inventors and researchers to push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of healthcare innovation.

    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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