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Susono, Japan

Keisuke Sano

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 6 EPO patents. Top assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2012-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Keisuke Sano. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/keisuke-sano

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 17.6


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 76(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 38,912 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2012-2026

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17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12576820 - Vehicle (2026-03-17),
2. 9273640 - Exhaust gas control apparatus for internal combustion engine (2016-03-01),
3. 8925305 - Exhaust device for an internal combustion engine (2015-01-06),
4. 8904756 - Exhaust emission control system of internal combustion engine (2014-12-09),
5. 8627650 - Exhaust gas purification device and exhaust gas purification method (2014-01-14),
6. 8560210 - Control apparatus for internal combustion engine (2013-10-15),
7. 8555863 - Control device for internal combustion engine (2013-10-15),
8. 8554446 - Control apparatus for internal combustion engine including variable valve operating mechanism (2013-10-08),
9. 8516801 - Exhaust gas purifying apparatus for internal combustion engine (2013-08-27),
10. 8468805 - Exhaust gas purification device and exhaust gas purification method for internal combustion engine (2013-06-25),
11. 8327622 - Exhaust gas purifying apparatus for internal combustion engine (2012-12-11),
12. 8302581 - Air-fuel ratio imbalance among cylinders determining apparatus of a multi-cylinder internal combustion engine (2012-11-06),
13. 8285469 - Control apparatus for internal combustion engine including variable valve operating mechanism (2012-10-09),
14. 8261534 - Exhaust gas purifying apparatus for internal combustion engine (2012-09-11),
15. 8257471 - Exhaust-gas converting apparatus (2012-09-04),

Title: Keisuke Sano: Innovator in Exhaust Gas Control Technologies

Introduction

Keisuke Sano is a prominent inventor based in Susono, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of internal combustion engine technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on improving exhaust gas control systems, which are crucial for enhancing vehicle efficiency and reducing emissions.

Latest Patents

One of Sano's latest patents is an exhaust gas control apparatus for internal combustion engines. This innovative device allows an internal combustion engine to utilize fuel containing methane in its exhaust gas. The apparatus includes an exhaust gas purifying system and an EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) passage that recirculates exhaust gas back into the engine's intake. It features a first specifying device that measures methane concentration in the exhaust and a controlling device that adjusts the recirculation amount based on this concentration.

Another notable patent is an exhaust device for internal combustion engines, designed for vehicles. This device includes an exhaust passage, a reforming catalyst, and a NOx purification catalyst. The reforming catalyst generates a reducing agent by reforming CH, which is then used by the NOx purification catalyst to effectively purify NOx emissions.

Career Highlights

Keisuke Sano is currently employed at Toyota Motor Corporation, where he continues to develop innovative technologies for internal combustion engines. His work has been instrumental in advancing the company's efforts to create more environmentally friendly vehicles.

Collaborations

Sano collaborates with talented colleagues, including Kazuhiro Wakao and Kimikazu Yoda. Together, they work on various projects aimed at enhancing engine performance and reducing harmful emissions.

Conclusion

Keisuke Sano's contributions to exhaust gas control technologies have made a significant impact on the automotive industry. His innovative patents reflect a commitment to improving vehicle efficiency and environmental sustainability.

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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