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Osaka, Japan

Kazunobu Konishi

This inventor holds 54 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 21 EPO patents, primarily in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Top assignees: Panasonic Intellectual Property Corporation of America, Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd., Panasonic Corporation. Active years: 2011-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazunobu Konishi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazunobu-konishi

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 54 

% Patents Active = 83.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 21(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 20(Dec 10, 2025)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (2011 - 2018)
  • Okayama, JP (2018)
  • Osaka, JP (2011 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal19 out of 4,029 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Corporation of America
 patents
silverMedal16 out of 13,338 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal9 out of 16,454 
 
Panasonic Corporation
 patents
4. 8 out of 510 
 
Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation
 patents
5. 2 out of 1,329 
 
Japan Science and Technology Agency
 patents

Years Active: 2011-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Unmanned Aircraft
Control Method
Information Processing
Autonomous Car
Dynamic Map
Communication System
Vehicle System
Data Relay
54 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12737799 - Information output method, information output apparatus, and non-transitory computer readable storage medium (2026-09-15),
2. 12625986 - Information processing method and information processing system (2026-05-12),
3. 12351347 - Unmanned aircraft (2025-07-08),
4. 12181894 - Unmanned aircraft, control method, and recording medium (2024-12-31),
5. 12170878 - Unmanned moving body and information processing method (2024-12-17),
6. 12111657 - Unmanned aerial vehicle, information processing method, and recording medium (2024-10-08),
7. 12045069 - Unmanned aerial vehicle, control method, and recording medium (2024-07-23),
8. 12024284 - Information processing device, information processing method, and recording medium (2024-07-02),
9. 11928974 - Unmanned aircraft, information processing method, and recording medium (2024-03-12),
10. 11919640 - Unmanned aircraft (2024-03-05),
11. 11868138 - Control device and control method (2024-01-09),
12. 11760479 - Unmanned aircraft, information processing method, and recording medium (2023-09-19),
13. 11755036 - Information processing device for assisting a remote operation of an unmanned aerial vehicle (2023-09-12),
14. 11741932 - Unmanned aircraft and information processing method (2023-08-29),
15. 11656639 - Information processing method, unmanned aerial vehicle, and unmanned aerial vehicle control system (2023-05-23),

Title: Innovator Spotlight: Kazunobu Konishi

Introduction: Kazunobu Konishi is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of unmanned aircraft technology. With an impressive portfolio of 51 patents, he has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, creating cutting-edge solutions that enhance automated systems and environmental sensing.

Latest Patents: Among his most recent patents is a groundbreaking design for an unmanned aircraft that features advanced sensing capabilities. This aircraft is equipped with a person detection sensor that monitors its external environment and a suspicious person identifier for detecting moving objects. It also includes a movement prohibition position determiner that defines areas where entry by moving objects is undesirable, allowing the flight controller to navigate the aircraft to fly between the moving object and the identified area. Another notable patent involves an unmanned moving body with a directional speaker capable of outputting sound towards specific targets. It uses a processor to analyze sensing data, determine the proximity of targets, and adjust the unmanned body's position to ensure optimal sound quality reaches the intended recipients.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Kazunobu Konishi has been associated with key companies in the field of intellectual property and innovation. He has worked with the Panasonic Intellectual Property Corporation of America as well as Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd., where he has played a crucial role in advancing technologies related to unmanned systems and environmental interactions.

Collaborations: Kazunobu Konishi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Stephen William John and Katsuhiko Asai, further enhancing the impact and reach of his innovative projects. Their teamwork has been instrumental in translating theoretical inventions into practical applications that address real-world challenges.

Conclusion: Kazunobu Konishi stands out as a transformative figure in the realm of unmanned technology. His extensive patent portfolio reflects his dedication to advancing innovation and improving automated solutions. As he continues to pave the way for more sophisticated unmanned systems, his work will undoubtedly influence future developments in the field.

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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