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Toyota, Japan

Hiroaki Niino

This inventor holds 64 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Driving Assistance Technology (CPC class B60W). Top assignees: Advics Co., Ltd., Denso Corporation, Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2000-2026.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 64 

% Patents Active = 59.4


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 212(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 196(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Aichi-Pref, JP (2002)
  • Aichi-ken, JP (2007)
  • Toyota, JP (2000 - 2021)
  • Kariya, JP (2002 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal32 out of 895 
 
Advics Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal26 out of 20,394 
 
Denso Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal7 out of 38,837 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
4. 4 out of 629 
 
Toyoda Koki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
5. 2 out of 240 
 
Denso Corpora Tion
 patents
6. 1 out of 2,463 
 
Jtekt Corporation
 patents
7. 5 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2000-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Driving Assistance Device
Vehicle Control
Braking Control
Lane Change Assistance
Traveling Assist Device
Evacuation Assistance
Merging Assistance
Reliability Calculation
Support Device
Recognition Support
Hydraulic Brake System
Motor Control
64 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12594937 - Driving assistance device and driving assistance method (2026-04-07),
2. 11068735 - Reliability calculation apparatus (2021-07-20),
3. 11014562 - Support device (2021-05-25),
4. 10908605 - Driving assist device (2021-02-02),
5. 10896612 - Lane change assistance device and lane change assistance method (2021-01-19),
6. 10864915 - Passing assist device (2020-12-15),
7. 10843695 - Apparatus and program for assisting drive of vehicle (2020-11-24),
8. 10745014 - Assist device (2020-08-18),
9. 10689005 - Traveling assist device (2020-06-23),
10. 10661794 - Driving assistance device (2020-05-26),
11. 10569787 - Driving support apparatus, driving support method, and recording medium (2020-02-25),
12. 10538244 - Driving assistance apparatus (2020-01-21),
13. 10486712 - Evacuation control apparatus and evacuation control method (2019-11-26),
14. 10392010 - Evacuation travel assist apparatus (2019-08-27),
15. 10134287 - Vehicle drive assist system and vehicle drive assist method (2018-11-20),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Hiroaki Niino

Introduction: Hiroaki Niino is a pioneering inventor hailing from Toyota, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of automotive technology.

Latest Patents: Hiroaki Niino holds several patents related to hybrid vehicle systems, energy-efficient engines, and advanced safety features in automobiles.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades at Toyota, Hiroaki Niino has played a pivotal role in the development of eco-friendly vehicles, including the iconic Prius series. His innovative designs have not only revolutionized the automotive industry but have also set new standards for sustainability and performance.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Hiroaki Niino has collaborated with top engineers, designers, and researchers within Toyota and across the globe. His ability to work in multidisciplinary teams has led to the successful implementation of cutting-edge technologies in Toyota's vehicles.

Conclusion: Hiroaki Niino's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for creating a more sustainable future through automotive technology have solidified his position as a visionary inventor in the industry. His contributions continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and shape the future of transportation.

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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