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Machida, Japan

Hironao Kawano

This inventor holds 60 USPTO granted patents and 21 published patent applications and 31 EPO patents, primarily in Capsule Medical Devices (CPC class A61B). Top assignees: Olympus Corporation, Olympus Medical Systems Corporation, Siemens Aktiengesellschaft. Active years: 2009-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hironao Kawano. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hironao-kawano

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 60 

% Patents Active = 53.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 1,520(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,473(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Nagano, JP (2011)
  • Hachioji, JP (2009 - 2013)
  • Hino, JP (2010 - 2014)
  • Tokyo, JP (2010 - 2017)
  • Machida, JP (2011 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal32 out of 8,306 
 
Olympus Corporation
 patents
silverMedal29 out of 1,266 
 
Olympus Medical Systems Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 30,886 
 
Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2009-2021

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Areas of Expertise:
Capsule Medical Device
Guidance System
Endoscope
In-Vivo Observation
Position Detection
Medical Device Control
Magnetic Field
Body-Insertable Device
Monitoring Method
Medical Guidance
Capsule-Type Apparatus
Esophagus Monitoring
60 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10959602 - Antenna holder and antenna attachment portion (2021-03-30),
2. 10925469 - Guidance apparatus and capsule medical apparatus guidance system (2021-02-23),
3. 10779712 - Capsule medical device guidance system (2020-09-22),
4. 10750935 - Guidance device and capsule medical device guidance system (2020-08-25),
5. 10595717 - Capsule endoscope system and magnetic field generating device (2020-03-24),
6. 10561298 - Position detection system and position detection method (2020-02-18),
7. 9968243 - Guiding device for changing magnetic field to change restrained position for restraining capsule medical device relative to position of capsule medical device, and capsule medical device guiding system (2018-05-15),
8. 9931022 - Capsule medical device guidance system (2018-04-03),
9. 9603511 - Capsule-type medical device and method of monitoring esophagus inside and stomach inside, method of monitoring stomach inside and method of washing stomach using the same (2017-03-28),
10. 9517001 - Capsule endoscope system (2016-12-13),
11. 9211084 - Medical guidance system and control method of medical device (2015-12-15),
12. 9155450 - Guiding apparatus and capsule medical device guiding system (2015-10-13),
13. 9095261 - System for guiding capsule medical device (2015-08-04),
14. 8821398 - Capsule medical apparatus guidance system (2014-09-02),
15. 8790247 - Body-insertable device system and in-vivo observation method (2014-07-29),

Title: The Innovative Mind of Hironao Kawano

Introduction: Hironao Kawano is a visionary inventor hailing from Machida, Japan. With a passion for creating groundbreaking solutions, he has made significant contributions to the field of technology through his inventive spirit and dedication.

Latest Patents: Hironao Kawano holds several patents in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, and sustainable energy solutions. His recent patents focus on enhancing efficiency in industrial processes and improving the quality of life for individuals through innovative technologies.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Hironao Kawano has worked with leading tech companies to bring his inventions to life. His expertise in product development and engineering has led to the successful implementation of cutting-edge solutions in various industries.

Collaborations: Hironao Kawano has collaborated with top researchers and engineers from around the world to push the boundaries of innovation. His collaborative efforts have resulted in the development of groundbreaking technologies that have the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work.

Conclusion: Hironao Kawano's relentless pursuit of innovation and his commitment to creating a better future through technology make him a true pioneer in the field of inventing. His contributions continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and shape the landscape of technological advancements globally.

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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