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Nagasaki, Japan

Hideaki Katayama

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Mitsubishi Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited, Bando Chemical Industries, Inc.. Active years: 1977-1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hideaki Katayama. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hideaki-katayama-cb1g4qg8

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 113(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nagasaki, JA (1977)
  • Nagasaki, JP (1978 - 1994)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 1,326 
 
Mitsubishi Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 4,548 
 
Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 314 
 
Bando Chemical Industries, Inc.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1977-1994

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5290503 - Method and apparatus for inserting a green tire in a vulcanizing machine (1994-03-01),
2. 5151242 - Method for vulcanizing elastomer products and apparatus therefor (1992-09-29),
3. 5098269 - Center mechanism for a tire vulcanizing machine (1992-03-24),
4. 5035591 - Vulcanizing apparatus (1991-07-30),
5. 5011392 - Drain ejector in a tire vulcanizing machine (1991-04-30),
6. 4964792 - Upper metal mold clamp device in a tire vulcanizing machine (1990-10-23),
7. 4955799 - Metal mold centering and clamping device in a tire vulcanizing machine (1990-09-11),
8. 4950142 - Green tire inserting apparatus in a tire vulcanizing machine (1990-08-21),
9. 4944951 - Tire loading mechanism of a tire cooler for a tire vulcanizing machine (1990-07-31),
10. 4846649 - Center mechanism in tire vulcanizing machine (1989-07-11),
11. 4738736 - Method for molding a belt for transmitting power (1988-04-19),
12. 4729521 - Controller for winding unvulcanized rubber sheet (1988-03-08),
13. 4710255 - Apparatus for molding a belt for transmitting power (1987-12-01),
14. 4649780 - Cutting device for cutting an annular body into belts (1987-03-17),
15. 4108776 - Filter press (1978-08-22),

Title: Innovations of Hideaki Katayama

Introduction

Hideaki Katayama is a prominent inventor based in Nagasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of elastomer product vulcanization, holding a total of 16 patents. His work has greatly influenced the manufacturing processes of automobile tires and other elastomer products.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a "Method and apparatus for inserting a green tire in a vulcanizing machine." This invention focuses on the precise insertion of bead portions of green tires into bead rings of metal molds, utilizing extendable and retractable sectors and chucks for accurate alignment. Another notable patent is the "Method for vulcanizing elastomer products and apparatus therefor." This method enhances the vulcanization process by ensuring uniform temperature distribution within the elastomer product, thereby improving productivity and reducing energy loss.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hideaki Katayama has worked with notable companies such as Mitsubishi Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha and Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that address industry challenges.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Toshifumi Murakami and Koji Soeda, contributing to advancements in elastomer technology.

Conclusion

Hideaki Katayama's innovative patents and career achievements highlight his significant impact on the field of elastomer product manufacturing. His work continues to influence the industry, paving the way for future advancements.

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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