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Misato, Japan

Fumio Morikawa

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Smc Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2002-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Fumio Morikawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/fumio-morikawa-4y9l3utw

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 85.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 109(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Saitama-ken, JP (2002)
  • Misato, JP (2002 - 2010)
  • Misato-shi, JP (2016)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 565 
 
Smc Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2002-2016

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9488990 - Solenoid valve system (2016-11-08),
2. 7813101 - Solenoid-operated valve actuating controller (2010-10-12),
3. 7758015 - Solenoid-operated valve controller (2010-07-20),
4. 7573694 - Apparatus for and method of controlling operation of solenoid-operated valve (2009-08-11),
5. 6636782 - Method of driving and controlling a solenoid-operated valve (2003-10-21),
6. 6475036 - Signal input/output apparatus (2002-11-05),
7. 6346788 - Actuator and apparatus for controlling the same (2002-02-12),

Title: Fumio Morikawa: Innovator in Solenoid Valve Technology

Introduction

Fumio Morikawa is a distinguished inventor based in Misato, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of solenoid valve technology, holding a total of seven patents. His innovative designs have advanced the functionality and efficiency of solenoid-operated systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a solenoid valve system that features a plurality of first through third solenoid valve units divided into multiple groups. This system includes a safety power source control unit that manages the solenoid valve units for each group. Another notable patent is the solenoid-operated valve actuating controller, which energizes a solenoid-operated valve in a rated mode during a first period and switches to a power-saving mode in a second period. This controller is equipped with a timer circuit, an oscillating circuit, and a control circuit to optimize the operation of the solenoid valve.

Career Highlights

Fumio Morikawa is currently employed at SMC Corporation, a leading company in the field of automation and control systems. His work has been instrumental in developing advanced solenoid valve technologies that enhance operational efficiency and safety.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Morikawa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Nobuyuki Ishitsuka and Shigekazu Nagai. These partnerships have fostered innovation and contributed to the success of various projects.

Conclusion

Fumio Morikawa's contributions to solenoid valve technology exemplify his commitment to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a deep understanding of engineering principles and a dedication to improving automation systems.

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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