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Chiba, Japan

Kazuo Kobayashi

This inventor holds 55 USPTO granted patents and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Silicone Technology (CPC class 528 ). Top assignees: Dow Corning Toray Silicone Company Limited, Hitachi, Ltd., Dow Corning Toray Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1980-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuo Kobayashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuo-kobayashi-5p54a002

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 55

% Patents Active = 87.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 579(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 560(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Narashino, JP (1980)
  • Ibaraki, JP (1985 - 1988)
  • Naka, JP (1990)
  • Toukai, JP (1992)
  • Wakayama, JP (2002)
  • Nagano-ken, JP (2002)
  • Hitachi, JP (1983 - 2006)
  • Chiba Prefecture, JP (1998 - 2008)
  • Chiba, JP (1985 - 2012)
  • Ichihara, JP (1993 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal21 out of 523 
 
Dow Corning Toray Silicone Company Limited
 patents
silverMedal19 out of 42,740 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal5 out of 252 
 
Dow Corning Toray Company, Ltd.
 patents
4. 2 out of 4,495 
 
Daikin Industries, Ltd.
 patents
5. 2 out of 2,921 
 
Dow Corning Corporation
 patents
6. 1 out of 1 
 
Columbia Digital Media, Inc.
 patent
7. 1 out of 25 
 
Daikin America, Inc.
 patents
8. 1 out of 11 
 
Dow Corning Toray Silicone
 patents
9. 1 out of 1 
 
Hitachi Ltd. Goritsu Mfg Co.
 patent
10. 1 out of 322 
 
Japan Atomic Energy Institute
 patents
11. 1 out of 44 
 
Nippon Columbia Co., Ltd.
 patents
12. 1 out of 1 
 
Sukekawa Electric Co., Ltd.
 patent
13. 7 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1980-2016

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Areas of Expertise:
Silicone Powder
Silicone Emulsion
Cured Silicone
Gas Insulating Apparatus
Light Guiding Plate
Crosslinked Particles
Water Based Coating
Cosmetic Raw Materials
Hydrosilylation Catalyst
Fluorine-Containing Resin
Composite Materials
Fiber Treatment
55 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9394412 - Composite cured silicone powder and method for production thereof (2016-07-19),
2. 8829141 - Emulsion, its manufacturing method and silicone oil composition (2014-09-09),
3. 8217122 - Silicone rubber powder and method of manufacturing thereof (2012-07-10),
4. 8071709 - Composite material comprising flourine-containing rubber, fuel-impermeable sealing material comprising same, and process for preparing composite material (2011-12-06),
5. 7790806 - Fluorine-containing resin composition inhibiting corrosiveness (2010-09-07),
6. 7399803 - Composite cured silicone powder, method for production thereof, and aqueous composition (2008-07-15),
7. 7276556 - Aqueous suspension of cross-linked silicone particles and aqueous emulsion of oil containing cross-linked silicone particles (2007-10-02),
8. 7094290 - Light guiding plate manufacturing apparatus and light guiding plate manufacturing method (2006-08-22),
9. 7064267 - Gas insulating apparatus and method for locating fault point thereof (2006-06-20),
10. 7027280 - Gas insulating apparatus and method for locating fault point thereof (2006-04-11),
11. 6853528 - Gas insulating apparatus and method for locating fault point thereof (2005-02-08),
12. 6850399 - Gas insulated device and failure rating method (2005-02-01),
13. 6818157 - Light guiding plate manufacturing apparatus and light guiding plate manufacturing method (2004-11-16),
14. 6710124 - Water base coating material composition and production process (2004-03-23),
15. 6531542 - Spherical crosslinked organic particles suspensions and methods of preparing spherical crosslinked organic particles and suspensions (2003-03-11),

Title: Kazuo Kobayashi: Pioneering Inventor from Chiba Prefecture, JP

Introduction: Kazuo Kobayashi is a renowned inventor hailing from Chiba Prefecture, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Kazuo Kobayashi holds several patents in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, and sustainable energy solutions, showcasing his versatility and forward-thinking approach to invention.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over three decades, Kazuo Kobayashi has worked with leading tech companies in Japan, spearheading projects that have revolutionized industries and improved the quality of life for many.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kazuo Kobayashi has collaborated with top researchers, engineers, and scientists both locally and internationally, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge-sharing.

Conclusion: Kazuo Kobayashi's passion for innovation, coupled with his dedication to pushing the boundaries of what is possible, has solidified his reputation as a trailblazing inventor in Chiba Prefecture and beyond.

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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