Nara, Japan

Katsumi Hirata

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1991.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Katsumi Hirata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/katsumi-hirata-iga7p206

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.0

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Forward Citations = 147(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1991

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Katsumi Hirata

Introduction

Katsumi Hirata is a notable inventor based in Nara, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of automatic hot water supply systems. His innovative approach addresses common issues faced in water heating technology.

Latest Patents

Hirata holds a patent for an "Automatic Hot Water Supply Apparatus." This apparatus produces and supplies hot water by mixing hot water from an instantaneous water heater with cold water through a mixing valve. It features a flow rate control valve actuated by an electric actuator and a flow rate limiting unit that responds to various settings. This invention effectively solves problems related to low water temperatures in winter, excessive hot water flow rates, and limitations of instantaneous water heater units.

Career Highlights

Hirata is associated with Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., a company known for its advancements in electrical and electronic products. His work has contributed to enhancing the efficiency and reliability of hot water supply systems.

Collaborations

Hirata has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Hiroaki Yonekubo and Risho Miyoshi. Their combined efforts have furthered innovations in the field of water heating technology.

Conclusion

Katsumi Hirata's contributions to the development of automatic hot water supply systems demonstrate his commitment to innovation and problem-solving in technology. His patent reflects a significant advancement in ensuring efficient hot water delivery.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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