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Yokohama, Japan

Kazunori Kuromoto

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Kabushiki Kaisha Komatsu Seisakusho, Komatsu Corporation. Active years: 1984-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazunori Kuromoto. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazunori-kuromoto

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 381(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Komatsu, JP (1984 - 1985)
  • Hiratsuka, JP (1995 - 1996)
  • Osaka, JP (1996)
  • Yokohama, JP (1998 - 2001)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2010 - 2011)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 1,009 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Komatsu Seisakusho
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 2,824 
 
Komatsu Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1984-2011

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7966106 - Control device and method for guided travel of unmanned vehicle (2011-06-21),
2. 7742853 - Travel control device and method for vehicles (2010-06-22),
3. 6256594 - Machine fault monitoring apparatus and method (2001-07-03),
4. 6253128 - Interference prediction apparatus for unmanned vehicle (2001-06-26),
5. 6246932 - Vehicle monitor for controlling movements of a plurality of vehicles (2001-06-12),
6. 6141629 - Method and apparatus for determining machine maintenance due times (2000-10-31),
7. 5823369 - Control device for automatically stopping swiveling of cranes (1998-10-20),
8. 5511458 - Automatic cushioning control apparatus for cylinder of working machine (1996-04-30),
9. 5490081 - Working tool operation range limiting apparatus (1996-02-06),
10. 5446981 - Method of selecting automatic operation mode of working machine (1995-09-05),
11. 4502723 - Oil hydraulic circuit for gripping device (1985-03-05),
12. 4492148 - Control system for a plurality of hydraulic actuators (1985-01-08),
13. 4468162 - Control means for a mechanical finger clamp (1984-08-28),

Title: Kazunori Kuromoto: Innovator in Unmanned Vehicle Technology

Introduction

Kazunori Kuromoto is a prominent inventor based in Yokohama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of unmanned vehicle technology, holding a total of 13 patents. His innovative work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and safety of unmanned vehicles in various operational environments.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a control device and method for guided travel of unmanned vehicles. This invention allows for effective leveling operations at discharge sites without increasing vehicle costs. It enables the generation of a running course in a short time and at a low cost. The method involves obtaining a normal line based on measured position data of a survey line and positioning a target discharge position at a prescribed distance from the survey line. Another notable patent is a travel control device and method for vehicles, which creates a restricted area based on the positional information of a manned vehicle. This invention generates a detour course for unmanned vehicles, ensuring safe travel around restricted areas.

Career Highlights

Kazunori Kuromoto has worked with notable companies such as Komatsu Seisakusho and Komatsu Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in the field of unmanned vehicle technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kuromoto has collaborated with talented individuals, including Masanori Tojima and Tomonori Ozaki. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his projects and the successful implementation of his inventions.

Conclusion

Kazunori Kuromoto is a key figure in the development of technologies for unmanned vehicles. His patents reflect a commitment to innovation and efficiency in this rapidly evolving field. His work continues to influence the future of unmanned vehicle operations.

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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