Tokyo, Japan

Jun Watanabe

This inventor holds 79 USPTO granted patents and 18 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 29 EPO patents, primarily in Polyurethane Chemistry (CPC class B41J). Top assignees: Ricoh Company, Ltd., Nec Corporation, Bridgestone Corporation. Active years: 1987-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 79 

% Patents Active = 73.4


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 327(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 302(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Suginami, JP (1987)
  • Yamanashi, JP (2005)
  • Ome, JP (2006)
  • Akishima, JP (2011)
  • Fussa, JP (2010 - 2014)
  • Kokubunji, JP (2019 - 2022)
  • Shinagawa-ku, JP (2022)
  • Tokyo, JP (1993 - 2024)
  • Chuo-ku, JP (2022 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 28,934 
 
Ricoh Company, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal11 out of 36,676 
 
Nec Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal8 out of 5,193 
 
Bridgestone Corporation
 patents
4. 8 out of 461 
 
Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited
 patents
5. 7 out of 51 
 
Nihon Micro Coating Co., Ltd.
 patents
6. 5 out of 386 
 
Denka Company Limited
 patents
7. 5 out of 53,250 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
8. 4 out of 694 
 
Daicel Corporation
 patents
9. 3 out of 475 
 
Denki Kagaku Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
10. 2 out of 2,208 
 
Fuji Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
11. 2 out of 1,258 
 
Hitachi-Kokusai Electric Inc.
 patents
12. 2 out of 548 
 
Tokico, Ltd.
 patents
13. 1 out of 2,573 
 
Ebara Corporation
 patents
14. 1 out of 328 
 
Hodogaya Chemical Co., Ltd.
 patents
15. 1 out of 2,565 
 
Hoya Corporation
 patents
16. 1 out of 153 
 
Kokusai Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
17. 1 out of 578 
 
Nihon Kohden Corporation
 patents
18. 1 out of 4,008 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Corporation of America
 patents
19. 1 out of 5 
 
Sanshin Co., Ltd.
 patents
20. 1 out of 1,445 
 
Stanley Electric Co., Ltd
 patents
21. 1 out of 2,437 
 
Subaru Corporation
 patents
22. 1 out of 1,355 
 
The University of Tokyo
 patents
23. 1 out of 2,955 
 
Toshiba Memory Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1987-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Polyester Polyol
Polyisocyanate Compound
Thermoelectric Conversion
Droplet Discharging Apparatus
Tire Technology
Negative Electrode Binder
Positive Electrode Composition
Image Recording Apparatus
Position Detection Apparatus
Vehicle Control Method
Cured Product
Cycloalkane Derivative
79 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: **Innovative Contributions of Jun Watanabe in Material Science**

Introduction

Jun Watanabe, located in Tokyo, Japan, is a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 60 patents. His innovations primarily focus on advanced materials, particularly in the fields of adhesion, thermoelectric conversion, and the development of new compositions that enhance product performance.

Latest Patents

Among his latest contributions, Watanabe has developed a groundbreaking patent titled "Composition and cured product of same." This composition is designed to form a cured product with excellent adhesion to various substrates while showcasing enhanced hardness, scratch resistance, and chemical resistance. The formulation comprises a polyol compound (A) and an isocyanate compound (B), demonstrating his expertise in chemical compositions tailored for industrial applications.

Another notable patent is for an "N-type material for thermoelectric conversion, method for producing same, dopant and thermoelectric conversion element." This innovative material is achieved by doping a p-type thermoelectric material, which includes carbon nanotubes and a conductive resin, using a specialized dopant that enhances its thermoelectric properties.

Career Highlights

Watanabe has lent his expertise to significant corporations, including Ricoh Company, Ltd. and NEC Corporation. His work at these organizations has allowed him to push the boundaries of material science, creating products that leverage his patented inventions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Watanabe has collaborated with accomplished peers such as Tetsuyoshi Nakata and Toshiaki Hosokawa. Together, they have contributed to advancing technology through innovative research and development efforts, further enhancing the impact of their work in the industry.

Conclusion

Jun Watanabe is a distinguished figure in the realm of innovations, with his wealth of patents underscoring his contributions to material science. His ongoing commitment to developing advanced compositions and thermoelectric materials positions him as a key player in enhancing industrial applications worldwide.

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