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Iwata, Japan

Kazutaka Fukuda

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Yamaha Hatsudoki Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1992-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazutaka Fukuda. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazutaka-fukuda

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.1

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 338(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Iwata, JP (1992 - 2007)
  • Shizuoka-ken, JP (2002 - 2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 4,353 
 
Yamaha Hatsudoki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1992-2012

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8256561 - Vehicle (2012-09-04),
2. 7588010 - Power unit for a vehicle (2009-09-15),
3. 7281603 - Engine (2007-10-16),
4. 7281596 - Drive belt cooling structure for engine (2007-10-16),
5. 6725962 - Transmission lock for all-terrain vehicle (2004-04-27),
6. 6523627 - Cooling arrangement for all terrain vehicle (2003-02-25),
7. 6454040 - Transmission and cooling arrangement for all terrain vehicle (2002-09-24),
8. 6398683 - Transmission cover and supporting arrangement for all terrain vehicle (2002-06-04),
9. 6170597 - Transmission for offroad vehicle (2001-01-09),
10. 5862662 - Engine exhaust system including internal expansion chambers around the (1999-01-26),
11. 5372215 - Split engine for a snowmobile having an angular motion accommodating (1994-12-13),
12. 5279381 - Power transmission system for snowmobile (1994-01-18),
13. 5152255 - Engine cooling system for snowmobile (1992-10-06),

Title: Kazutaka Fukuda: Innovator in Vehicle Technology

Introduction

Kazutaka Fukuda is a prominent inventor based in Iwata, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle technology, holding a total of 13 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of utility vehicles.

Latest Patents

Fukuda's latest patents include a unique vehicle design that features a relatively small-sized utility vehicle. This vehicle includes front and rear wheels on both sides of its body, with a seat positioned substantially midway between the front and rear wheels. Notably, part of the power unit is located beneath the seat, which houses an engine with a crank shaft and a transmission that receives power from the engine's output through a first power train. Additionally, the crank shaft incorporates a rotational mass, and a portion of the transmission is strategically placed below the swept area of this mass. Another patent focuses on a power unit for a vehicle, which consists of an engine and a transmission assembly. The engine features a crank shaft with a rotating mass, while the transmission assembly includes a drive shaft connected to the crank shaft through a first transmission mechanism. This innovative design ensures that at least part of the transmission assembly is positioned within a region extending below the swept area of the rotating mass.

Career Highlights

Kazutaka Fukuda is associated with Yamaha Hatsudoki Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in the automotive industry. His work has significantly impacted the design and functionality of utility vehicles, showcasing his expertise and innovative thinking.

Collaborations

Fukuda has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Shigehiro Mochizuki and Shinobu Amano. Their combined efforts have contributed to the advancement of vehicle technology and innovation.

Conclusion

Kazutaka Fukuda's contributions to vehicle technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence the design and functionality of utility vehicles, paving the way for future advancements.

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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