Kumamoto, Japan

Kenichi Minowa

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignees: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2010-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenichi Minowa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenichi-minowa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10 

% Patents Active = 80.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 6(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kumamoto, JP (2010 - 2018)
  • Kikuchi, JP (2020 - 2021)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2010-2021

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kenichi Minowa: Innovator in Liquid Crystal Technology

Introduction

Kenichi Minowa is an inventor based in Kikuchi-shi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of liquid crystal technology. His innovative approach focuses on the application of alignment films, which are crucial for the functionality of liquid crystal displays.

Latest Patent Applications

Kenichi Minowa has filed a patent application titled "METHOD OF APPLYING ALIGNMENT FILM, AND COLOR FILTER SUBSTRATE." This method involves creating surfaces with varying wettability to enhance the application of alignment films on liquid crystal panel substrates. The process includes forming a surface with high wettability and another with low wettability. The alignment film material is brought into contact with both surfaces using a transfer plate. The transfer plate is then separated, leaving the alignment film on the high wettability surface while ensuring it does not remain on the low wettability surface.

Conclusion

Kenichi Minowa's work in developing methods for applying alignment films represents a significant advancement in liquid crystal technology. His innovative techniques have the potential to improve the performance and efficiency of liquid crystal displays.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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