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Kanagawa, Japan

Hiroaki Kobayashi

This inventor holds 86 USPTO granted patents and 14 published patent applications and 12 EPO patents, primarily in Semiconductor Technology (CPC class H01R12-91). Top assignees: Iriso Electronics Co., Ltd., Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba. Active years: 1986-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroaki Kobayashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroaki-kobayashi

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 86 

% Patents Active = 80.2

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 15

Forward Citations = 623(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 582(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Ootawara, JP (1991 - 1992)
  • Okazaki, JP (1995)
  • Nishinasuno, JP (1996)
  • Kanagawa-ken, JP (2000)
  • Osaka-fu, JP (2002)
  • Hachioji, JP (2004 - 2007)
  • Sendai, JP (2012)
  • Osaka, JP (1995 - 2016)
  • Yokohama, JP (1986 - 2022)
  • Tsukuba, JP (1994 - 2023)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1996 - 2023)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1996 - 2024)
  • Ishikawa, JP (2012 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal24 out of 130 
 
Iriso Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal19 out of 93,136 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
bronzeMedal17 out of 53,286 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
4. 10 out of 1,174 
 
Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited
 patents
5. 4 out of 180 
 
Shibaura Mechatronics Corporation
 patents
6. 4 out of 39,010 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
7. 2 out of 16,454 
 
Panasonic Corporation
 patents
8. 2 out of 13,338 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.
 patents
9. 1 out of 39,378 
 
Fujitsu Corporation
 patents
10. 1 out of 379 
 
Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical Company, Inc.
 patents
11. 1 out of 42,743 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents
12. 1 out of 3,106 
 
Konica Corporation
 patents
13. 1 out of 2 
 
Shin-Etsu Co., Ltd.
 patents
14. 1 out of 177 
 
The Tokyo Electric Power Company, Incorporated
 patents
15. 1 out of 125 
 
Toshiba Storage Device Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1986-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Processing Liquid Supply
Substrate Processing
Semiconductor Apparatus
Transmission System
Photoelectric Conversion
Movable Connector
Illumination Device
Image Pickup System
Coating Method
Electrical Connector
Multi-Contact Connector
86 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12772561 - Semiconductor apparatus and equipment (2026-10-20),
2. 12672588 - Semiconductor device and equipment (2026-06-30),
3. 12618736 - Wheel-state obtaining system (2026-05-05),
4. 12412756 - Processing liquid supply device, substrate processing apparatus, and method for inspecting processing liquid supply device (2025-09-09),
5. 12347699 - Supply tank, supply device and supply system (2025-07-01),
6. 12318803 - Supply device and supply system (2025-06-03),
7. 12257595 - Processing liquid supply device, substrate processing apparatus, and processing liquid supply method (2025-03-25),
8. 12057463 - Semiconductor apparatus and equipment (2024-08-06),
9. 11929771 - Transmission system, antenna, control device, and transmission method (2024-03-12),
10. 11855116 - Semiconductor apparatus and device (2023-12-26),
11. 11742373 - Semiconductor device and method of manufacturing semiconductor device (2023-08-29),
12. 11607394 - Rotigotine-containing patch (2023-03-21),
13. 11552121 - Semiconductor apparatus and equipment (2023-01-10),
14. 11543755 - Method of manufacturing semiconductor device (2023-01-03),
15. 11503179 - Apparatus, method, and storage medium for processing of an image captured by a camera (2022-11-15),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Hiroaki Kobayashi

Introduction: Hiroaki Kobayashi is a pioneering inventor hailing from Kanagawa, Japan. With a passion for pushing the boundaries of technology, Kobayashi has made significant contributions to the field of innovations.

Latest Patents: Hiroaki Kobayashi holds several patents in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy technologies. His most recent patents focus on sustainable solutions for urban development and smart city initiatives.

Career Highlights: Kobayashi's career is marked by a series of groundbreaking inventions that have revolutionized various industries. From developing cutting-edge medical devices to creating advanced automation systems, his work has had a profound impact on society.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Hiroaki Kobayashi has collaborated with leading research institutions, universities, and tech companies to bring his inventions to life. His collaborative spirit has led to the successful implementation of innovative technologies in real-world applications.

Conclusion: Hiroaki Kobayashi's relentless pursuit of innovation and his commitment to creating a better future through technology make him a true visionary in the world of inventions. His work continues to inspire the next generation of inventors and shape the landscape of technological 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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