Hiroaki Kubota

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 2 CIPO patents and 4 EPO patents. Top assignees: Nippon Steel Corporation, Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation, Sumitomo Pipe & Tube Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2014-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroaki Kubota. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroaki-kubota-n6dsyjke

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 90.9

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 4)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 6(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Nishinomiya, JP (2014)
Kisarazu, JP (2018)
Toyota, JP (2019 - 2020)
Tokyo, JP (2020 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

7 out of 3,727

Nippon Steel Corporation

patents

4 out of 1,102

Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation

patents

1 out of 17

Sumitomo Pipe & Tube Co., Ltd.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2014-2024

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12157513 - Frame member and vehicle body structure (2024-12-03),

2. 12116043 - Vehicle body structure (2024-10-15),

3. 11801897 - Frame member (2023-10-31),

4. 11718347 - Frame member (2023-08-08),

5. 10626475 - Heat treatment apparatus, heat treatment method for steel workpiece, and hot bending method for steel workpiece (2020-04-21),

6. 10543519 - Manufacturing method for bent member and hot-bending apparatus for steel material (2020-01-28),

7. 10514113 - Metal pipe having thickened end portion, and method of manufacturing same (2019-12-24),

8. 10335843 - Method for manufacturing bent member, and hot-bending apparatus for steel material (2019-07-02),

9. 10005116 - High frequency induction heating apparatus and processing apparatus (2018-06-26),

10. 8833127 - Hollow member and an apparatus and method for its manufacture (2014-09-16),

11. 8776568 - Bent member and an apparatus and method for its manufacture (2014-07-15),

Title: Hiroaki Kubota: Innovator in Vehicle Body Structures

Introduction

Hiroaki Kubota is a prominent inventor based in Toyota, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle body structures, holding a total of 11 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the safety and performance of automotive components.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a frame member and vehicle body structure. The frame member features a corner section that extends along the longitudinal direction, with a first wall section and a second wall section. This design includes a deformation starting portion that initiates deformation when a load is applied, ensuring structural integrity. The vehicle body structure comprises a frame member with a first top section, a corner section, and support sections, adhering to specific dimensional constraints for optimal performance.

Career Highlights

Hiroaki Kubota has worked with notable companies such as Nippon Steel Corporation and Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in materials and structural design.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with talented individuals in the industry, including Atsushi Tomizawa and Yuri Toda. Their combined efforts have led to advancements in vehicle body technology.

Conclusion

Hiroaki Kubota's innovative work in vehicle body structures showcases his dedication to improving automotive safety and performance. His patents reflect a deep understanding of engineering principles and materials science.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.