Kenichiro Fujimoto

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 10 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Catalyst Technology. Top assignees: Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation, Hitachi Cable, Inc., Hitachi Metals, Ltd.. Active years: 2006-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenichiro Fujimoto. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenichiro-fujimoto

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 18 (Patent Applications = 10)

% Patents Active = 38.9

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 36(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Futtsu, JP (2006 - 2007)
Chiba, JP (2012 - 2013)
Tokyo, JP (2011 - 2017)
Hitachi, JP (2009 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

5 out of 1,102

Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation

Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation

patents

5. 3 out of 3,721

Nippon Steel Corporation

patents

6. 2 out of 60

Nippon Steel Engineering Co., Ltd.

Nippon Steel & Sumikin Engineering Co., Ltd.

patents

10. 1 out of 10

Sekiyushigen Kaihatsu Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2006-2019

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Areas of Expertise:

Catalyst

Hydrocarbon Production

Syngas

Carbon Capture

Polybutylene Resin

Insulated Wire

Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis

High Heat-Resistance

Multilayer Insulation

Reforming Tar Gas

Continuous Reactor

Formate Esters

18 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10497489 - Cable (2019-12-03),

2. 9808792 - Catalyst for producing hydrocarbon from syngas, method for producing catalyst, method for regenerating catalyst, and method for producing hydrocarbon from syngas (2017-11-07),

3. 9530536 - Non-halogen multilayer insulated wire and method for producing the same (2016-12-27),

4. 9393551 - Catalyst for reforming tar-containing gas, method for preparing catalyst for reforming tar-containing gas, method for reforming tar-containing gas using catalyst for reforming tar containing gas, and method for regenerating catalyst for reforming tar-containing gas (2016-07-19),

5. 9314760 - Continuous fixed-bed catalytic reactor and catalytic reaction method using same (2016-04-19),

6. 9295976 - Catalyst for producing hydrocarbon from syngas, method for producing catalyst, method for regenerating catalyst, and method for producing hydrocarbon from sysngas (2016-03-29),

7. 9156979 - Insulated wire using a resin composition (2015-10-13),

8. 9090465 - Method for producing catalyst reforming tar-containing gas, method for reforming tar and method for regenerating catalyst for reforming tar-containing gas (2015-07-28),

9. 8524788 - Catalyst for producing hydrocarbon from syngas and producing method of catalyst (2013-09-03),

10. 8500856 - Hybrid adsorbent method of capturing carbon dioxide in gas and apparatus for capturing carbon dioxide in gas (2013-08-06),

11. 8445785 - Polybutylene naphthalate-based resin composition and electric wire using the polybutylene naphthalate-based resin composition (2013-05-21),

12. 8410208 - Polybutylene naphthalate-based resin composition and electric cable using polybutylene naphthalate-based resin composition (2013-04-02),

13. 8178589 - Catalyst for producing hydrocarbon from syngas and producing method of catalyst (2012-05-15),

14. 8057744 - Bubble column-type Fischer-Tropsch synthesis slurry bed reaction system (2011-11-15),

15. 7678996 - High heat-resistance resin composition and high heat-resistance insulated cable which uses the same (2010-03-16),

Title: Kenichiro Fujimoto: Innovator in Catalyst Technology

Introduction

Kenichiro Fujimoto is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of catalyst technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work focuses on methods for producing hydrocarbons and reforming tar-containing gases, showcasing his expertise in chemical engineering.

Latest Patents

Fujimoto's latest patents include a catalyst for producing hydrocarbons from syngas, which features a combination of cobalt metal and cobalt oxides, zirconium oxides, and noble metals. This catalyst is supported by a silica-based catalyst support, with impurities limited to 0.15 mass percent. Additionally, he has developed methods for producing and regenerating this catalyst. Another notable patent involves a catalyst for reforming tar-containing gas, which contains a composite oxide of nickel, magnesium, cerium, and aluminum, with alumina content restricted to 5% by mass or less.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kenichiro Fujimoto has worked with leading companies in the industry, including Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation and Nippon Steel Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to innovative projects in catalyst development.

Collaborations

Fujimoto has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Kimihito Suzuki and Kaoru Fujimoto. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and advancements in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Kenichiro Fujimoto's contributions to catalyst technology have positioned him as a key figure in the industry. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to influence advancements in chemical engineering.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.