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Aichi, Japan

Kazuo Kimura

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Ngk Spark Plug Company, Limited. Active years: 1985-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuo Kimura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuo-kimura-a9iqod8r

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15

% Patents Active = 93.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 245(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nagoya, JP (1995 - 2003)
  • Aichi, JP (1998 - 2005)
  • Komaki, JP (1985 - 2010)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 2,606 
 
Ngk Spark Plug Company, Limited
 patents

Years Active: 1985-2010

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7648775 - Ceramic substrate, ceramic package for housing light emitting element (2010-01-19),
2. 6887512 - Method for fabricating printed-wiring substrate (2005-05-03),
3. 6573458 - Printed circuit board (2003-06-03),
4. 6472609 - Printed-wiring substrate and method for fabricating the printed-wiring substrate (2002-10-29),
5. 6376782 - Resinous circuit board with pins improved in joining strength (2002-04-23),
6. 6224703 - Method of making laminate ceramic substrate with domed pads (2001-05-01),
7. 5838069 - Ceramic substrate having pads to be attached to terminal members with (1998-11-17),
8. 5825086 - Ceramic lid assembly for semiconductor packages (1998-10-20),
9. 5798566 - Ceramic IC package base and ceramic cover (1998-08-25),
10. 5779081 - Ceramic package lid having metallized layer with varying widths (1998-07-14),
11. 5668060 - Outer lead for a semiconductor IC package and a method of fabricating (1997-09-16),
12. 5583379 - Outer lead for a semiconductor IC package having individually annealed (1996-12-10),
13. 5580432 - Jig for electroplating lead pins of an integrated circuit package (1996-12-03),
14. 5459102 - Method of electroplating lead pins of integrated circuit package (1995-10-17),
15. 4532190 - Metal-ceramics composite materials (1985-07-30),

Title: Kazuo Kimura: Innovator in Ceramic Technology

Introduction

Kazuo Kimura is a prominent inventor based in Aichi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of ceramic technology, holding a total of 15 patents. His work focuses on innovative methods and materials that enhance the performance and reliability of electronic components.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Kimura has developed a ceramic substrate designed for housing light-emitting elements. This substrate features a metallic layer that includes a silver layer, a gold layer, and a nickel layer, arranged in that order from the outermost layer. Additionally, he has patented a method for fabricating printed-wiring substrates. This method involves forming an Au plating layer on connection terminals, applying a protection layer, and subsequently removing the protection layer after completing the plating process.

Career Highlights

Kazuo Kimura is currently employed at NGK Spark Plug Company, Limited, where he continues to innovate in the field of ceramics. His expertise has led to advancements that are crucial for the development of high-performance electronic devices.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kimura has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Kazuhisa Sato and Hisashi Wakako. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and technological advancements.

Conclusion

Kazuo Kimura's contributions to ceramic technology and his impressive portfolio of patents underscore his role as a leading inventor in his field. His work continues to influence the development of electronic components, showcasing the importance of innovation in technology.

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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