Tokyo, Japan

Hiroyasu Nishikawa

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Hydraulic Control Systems. Top assignees: Caterpillar Sarl, Kawasaki Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, Shin Caterpillar Mitsubishi Ltd.. Active years: 2002-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroyasu Nishikawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroyasu-nishikawa

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 57.1


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 168(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (2002 - 2016)
  • Kobe, JP (2013 - 2019)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2002-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Planetary Gear Device
Hydraulic Circuit Control
Work Machine
Fluid Pressure Circuit
Control Unit
Valve Control Unit
Remote Operating System
Piping Structure
14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Hiroyasu Nishikawa: Innovator in Gear and Tank Technologies

Introduction

Hiroyasu Nishikawa is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of gear devices and liquefied gas storage technologies. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Nishikawa's work reflects a commitment to innovation and engineering excellence.

Latest Patents

Nishikawa's latest patents include a planetary gear device with an inward flange having recesses. This invention features a sun gear, multiple planet gears, a ring gear, and a tubular support member. The design incorporates an outward flange that projects radially outward and a wavy inward flange with projection pieces. The inward flange contains recesses of varying depths, enhancing the device's functionality.

Another notable patent is for a liquefied gas tank and an on-water structure that includes the tank. This invention consists of a tank main body designed to store liquefied gas, supported by a bottom supporting body and side supporting bodies. The innovative design allows the tank to stand independently when empty and provides additional support when filled.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hiroyasu Nishikawa has worked with esteemed companies such as Caterpillar Sarl and Kawasaki Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in engineering and innovation.

Collaborations

Nishikawa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Sei Shimahara and Manabu Nakanishi. These partnerships have likely fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Hiroyasu Nishikawa's contributions to the fields of gear devices and liquefied gas storage are noteworthy. His innovative patents and career achievements highlight his role as a leading inventor in Japan.

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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