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Kyoto, Japan

Kazuya Kitaji

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications. Top assignee: Nidec Corporation. Active years: 2016-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuya Kitaji. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuya-kitaji

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 14.3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 19(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 1,525 
 
Nidec Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2016-2018

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10084361 - Motor (2018-09-25),
2. 9929614 - Motor with integrated slot liner and bobbin with guides for conductor coils (2018-03-27),
3. 9882446 - Motor (2018-01-30),
4. 9812932 - Motor (2017-11-07),
5. 9653960 - Motor and blower (2017-05-16),
6. 9601966 - Inner-rotor motor including preload member (2017-03-21),
7. 9461515 - Motor having wiring arrangement with respect to stator insulation and circuit (2016-10-04),

Title: Kazuya Kitaji: Innovator in Motor Technology

Introduction

Kazuya Kitaji is a prominent inventor based in Kyoto, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of motor technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His innovative designs have advanced the efficiency and functionality of various motor systems.

Latest Patents

One of Kitaji's latest patents involves a motor that features a rotating portion with a shaft extending along a rotation axis and a rotor that rotates together with the shaft. This design includes a stationary portion with a stator located radially outside of the rotor and a magnetic sensor positioned above the rotor to detect its rotational position. The rotor comprises a rotor core and a rotor magnet, which is located radially outside of the rotor core and under the magnetic sensor. Additionally, the rotor core has a recessed portion that enhances its structural integrity.

Another notable patent is for a motor with an integrated slot liner and bobbin that includes guides for conductor coils. This motor design features a shaft, a rotor magnet, an armature, and both upper and lower brackets. The insulator in this design covers magnetic pole teeth and portions of the core back, ensuring optimal performance and durability.

Career Highlights

Kazuya Kitaji is currently employed at Nidec Corporation, a leading company in the motor manufacturing industry. His work at Nidec has allowed him to focus on developing innovative motor technologies that meet the demands of modern applications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kitaji has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Keizo Furukawa and Jun Nagasawa. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of cutting-edge motor technologies.

Conclusion

Kazuya Kitaji's contributions to motor technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor in the field. His innovative designs continue to shape the future of motor systems, demonstrating the importance of creativity and engineering in technological advancement.

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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