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Kobe, Japan

Hiroshi Nakahata

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 4 EPO patents. Top assignee: The Procter Gamble Company. Active years: 1996-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroshi Nakahata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroshi-nakahata-koxin3hc

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 63.6


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 639(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hyogo, JP (1996)
  • Higashinada-ku, JP (2009)
  • Kobe Hyogo, JP (2007 - 2012)
  • Kobe, JP (2011 - 2015)
  • Cincinnati, OH (US) (2013 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 17,173 
 
The Procter Gamble Company
 patents

Years Active: 1996-2022

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11446186 - Absorbent article with ear portion (2022-09-20),
2. 8968614 - Method of making high-elongation apertured nonwoven web (2015-03-03),
3. 8486038 - Disposable pull-on garment (2013-07-16),
4. 8475424 - Disposable pull-on garment (2013-07-02),
5. 8395017 - Absorbent article having extensibility at waist panel (2013-03-12),
6. 8231594 - Absorbent article having stretchable fastening member (2012-07-31),
7. 7901393 - Disposable pull-on garment (2011-03-08),
8. 7569040 - Absorbent article having stretchable fastening member (2009-08-04),
9. 7569039 - Disposable pull-on garment (2009-08-04),
10. 7217262 - Absorbent article having stretchable fastening member (2007-05-15),
11. 5575783 - Absorbent article with dynamic elastic feature comprising elasticized (1996-11-19),

Title: Innovations of Hiroshi Nakahata

Introduction

Hiroshi Nakahata is a prominent inventor based in Kobe, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of absorbent articles and nonwoven materials. With a total of 11 patents to his name, Nakahata's work has had a considerable impact on product design and functionality.

Latest Patents

One of Nakahata's latest patents is for an absorbent article with an ear portion. This innovative design includes a first waist region, a second waist region, and a crotch region, along with a chassis that comprises a topsheet, a backsheet, and an absorbent core. The ear in this design features a laminate made of nonwoven materials and elastomeric material, enhancing the product's usability. Another notable patent involves a method for making a high-elongation apertured nonwoven web. This method includes steps for incrementally stretching the web and applying tension, resulting in a product with a high degree of extensibility and a significant open area.

Career Highlights

Hiroshi Nakahata has built a successful career at The Procter & Gamble Company. His work has focused on developing innovative materials that improve the performance of absorbent products. His expertise in nonwoven technology has positioned him as a key figure in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Nakahata has collaborated with talented individuals such as Toshiyuki Matsuda and Kenji Fujimoto. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to numerous advancements in product design.

Conclusion

Hiroshi Nakahata's contributions to the field of absorbent articles and nonwoven materials demonstrate his innovative spirit and dedication to improving product functionality. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing technology in everyday products.

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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