Akira Kato

This inventor holds 69 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 14 EPO patents, primarily in Image Heating Devices (CPC class G03G). Top assignees: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Yazaki Corporation. Active years: 1982-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akira Kato. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akira-kato-0npak2r1

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 69 (Patent Applications = 9)

% Patents Active = 63.8

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 9)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 592(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 543(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Sendai, JP (1995)
Takarazuka, JP (1982 - 1996)
Toride, JP (1996 - 2001)
Nisshin, JP (2012)
Aichi-gun, JP (2013)
Shizuoka, JP (1994 - 2018)
Susono, JP (2011 - 2018)
Shizuoka-ken, JP (2018 - 2019)
Sunto-gun, JP (2019 - 2021)
Mishima, JP (2000 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

30 out of 38,970

Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

26 out of 93,085

Canon Kabushiki Kaisha

Hitachi Maxell, Limited

patents

5. 2 out of 576

National Institute for Materials Science

Ransburg Industrial Finishing K.k.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1982-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Heating Device

Magnetic Material

Rare Earth Magnet

Internal Combustion Engine

Motor Control

Exhaust Gas Purification

Cylindrical Fixing Member

High Strength Mg Alloy

Electrostatic Coating

Working Gas Circulation Engine

Airtight Failure Detection

Image Forming Apparatus

69 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12626843 - Rare earth magnet and method for producing thereof (2026-05-12),

2. 12411443 - Image heating device and heater for use in image heating device (2025-09-09),

3. 11996219 - Magnetic material and manufacturing method thereof (2024-05-28),

4. 11953851 - Image heating device and heater for use in image heating device (2024-04-09),

5. 11869690 - Rare earth magnet and producing method thereof (2024-01-09),

6. 11644774 - Image heating device and heater for use in image heating device (2023-05-09),

7. 11314188 - Image heating device and heater for use in image heating device (2022-04-26),

8. 10983463 - Image heating device and heater for use in image heating device (2021-04-20),

9. 10937577 - Magnetic compound and production method thereof (2021-03-02),

10. 10934927 - Pre-chamber type internal combustion engine (2021-03-02),

11. 10910987 - Motor control method (2021-02-02),

12. 10767549 - Internal combustion engine (2020-09-08),

13. 10683818 - Control device for internal combustion engine (2020-06-16),

14. 10677178 - Control device for internal combustion engine (2020-06-09),

15. 10671001 - Image heating device and heater for use in image heating device (2020-06-02),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Akira Kato

Introduction: Akira Kato, a pioneering inventor hailing from Mishima, Japan, has made significant contributions to the world of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Akira Kato's latest patents focus on advancements in renewable energy technologies, particularly in the field of solar power efficiency and storage solutions.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Akira Kato has been at the forefront of cutting-edge research and development in the renewable energy sector. Her work has led to the creation of groundbreaking technologies that have revolutionized the way we harness and utilize solar energy.

Collaborations: Throughout her career, Akira Kato has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and tech companies to further her research and bring her innovative ideas to life. Her collaborative spirit has been instrumental in driving forward progress in the renewable energy industry.

Conclusion: Akira Kato's passion for innovation and her dedication to creating a more sustainable future have solidified her reputation as a trailblazer in the field of renewable energy technology. Her work continues to inspire and shape the future of clean energy solutions worldwide.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.