Wako, Japan

Hidenori Esaki

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, Other. Active years: 1991-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hidenori Esaki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hidenori-esaki

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 6 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 423(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Saitama, JP (1991 - 1997)
  • Wako, JP (1998 - 2003)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1991-2003

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Hidenori Esaki: Innovator in Thermoelectric Technology

Introduction

Hidenori Esaki is a notable inventor based in Wako, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of thermoelectric technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His innovative work has led to advancements in various applications, particularly in vehicle air-conditioning systems and thermoelectric modules.

Latest Patents

One of Esaki's latest patents is for a thermoelectric module. This invention focuses on the connection of the leads for a thermoelectric module, which can be accomplished readily. After the connection, the tensile strength of the connection is enhanced. The design involves connecting one end of the front and back side lead patterns for the thermoelectric module, formed on a support plate, by solder to a copper rod provided at the end of a group of thermoelectric semiconductor elements affixed to the support plate. Additionally, the front end of the lead for the thermoelectric module is bent and passed from the side of the front lead pattern through a through hole formed between the front and back side lead patterns, ultimately connecting to the back side lead pattern by solder.

Another significant patent is for a vehicle air-conditioning system with a seat heating and cooling device. This system includes a controller that manages the operation of an air-conditioner unit and the seat heating and cooling device in an interlocked manner. The operating conditions of the air-conditioner unit are automatically adjusted based on the temperature of the vehicle seat, the operating conditions of the seat heating and cooling device, or the setting information of the seat heating and cooling device. Conversely, the operating conditions of the seat heating and cooling device can also be automatically changed based on the air-conditioner unit's operating conditions or its setting information.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hidenori Esaki has worked with prominent companies, including Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in thermoelectric technology.

Collaborations

Esaki has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Yoshihiro Watanabe and Tomohide Kudou. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various projects and patents.

Conclusion

Hidenori Esaki is a distinguished inventor whose work in thermoelectric technology has led

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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