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Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshi Kiba

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Mazda Motor Corporation, Tokico, Ltd.. Active years: 1985-1998.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroshi Kiba. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroshi-kiba

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 128(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hiroshima, JP (1985 - 1995)
  • Hiroshima-ken, JP (1998)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 4,751 
 
Mazda Motor Corporation
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 548 
 
Tokico, Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1985-1998

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5716262 - Marking apparatus for marking painted surface (1998-02-10),
2. 5477268 - Method of and apparatus for finishing a surface of workpiece (1995-12-19),
3. 5394654 - Method of wet-sanding defective parts of coating on vehicle body and (1995-03-07),
4. 5020472 - Wax coating device (1991-06-04),
5. 4988260 - Automobile door opening/closing equipment (1991-01-29),
6. 4924892 - Painting truck washing system (1990-05-15),
7. 4498414 - Vehicle body painting robot (1985-02-12),

Title: Hiroshi Kiba: Innovator in Surface Finishing Technologies

Introduction

Hiroshi Kiba is a notable inventor based in Hiroshima, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of surface finishing technologies, holding a total of 7 patents. His innovative approaches have led to advancements in marking and finishing surfaces, particularly in industrial applications.

Latest Patents

One of Kiba's latest patents is a marking apparatus designed for marking painted surfaces. This apparatus forms scratch marks at positions where paint defects are detected. It features a rotary brush assembly with strings containing approximately 25 weight percent of abrasive grains, secured to a rotary body to create a circular brush head. A pressing device applies regulated thrust force to press the rotary brush against the painted surface, ensuring that the scratch marks are visually distinguishable.

Another significant patent is a method and apparatus for finishing the surface of a workpiece. This apparatus detects defects and finishes the surface of a workpiece moving along an automatic finishing line. It employs a manipulator equipped with an image pickup device and a finishing device, allowing for real-time detection and correction of surface defects as the workpiece moves at a predetermined speed.

Career Highlights

Hiroshi Kiba has worked with prominent companies such as Mazda Motor Corporation and Tokico, Ltd. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing innovative solutions for surface finishing.

Collaborations

Kiba has collaborated with notable individuals in his field, including Yoshimi Shimbara and Kazuo Hironaka. These collaborations have further enriched his work and contributed to the advancements in surface finishing technologies.

Conclusion

Hiroshi Kiba's contributions to surface finishing technologies through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence the field and improve manufacturing processes.

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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