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Osaka, Japan

Kenji Aihara

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignees: Sumitomo Metal Industries, Inc., Ntn Corporation. Active years: 1980-2000.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenji Aihara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenji-aihara

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 = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 121(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Amagasaki, JP (1980 - 1986)
  • Kitakyusyu, JP (1989)
  • Kitakyushu, JP (1985 - 1992)
  • Osaka, JP (1998 - 2000)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 929 
 
Sumitomo Metal Industries, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 2,497 
 
Ntn Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1980-2000

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6126897 - Carburizing steel and steel products manufactured making use of the (2000-10-03),
2. 5853502 - Carburizing steel and steel products manufactured making use of the (1998-12-29),
3. 5080727 - Metallic material having ultra-fine grain structure and method for its (1992-01-14),
4. 4881987 - Process for direct softening heat treatment of rolled wire rods (1989-11-21),
5. 4834345 - Process and apparatus for direct softening heat treatment of rolled wire (1989-05-30),
6. 4604146 - Process for manufacturing high tensile steel wire (1986-08-05),
7. 4604145 - Process for production of steel bar or steel wire having an improved (1986-08-05),
8. 4545227 - Apparatus for dry type continuous wire drawing (1985-10-08),
9. 4525598 - Steel wire for use in stranded steel core of an aluminum conductor, (1985-06-25),
10. 4240827 - Nonmagnetic alloy steel having improved machinability (1980-12-23),

Title: Kenji Aihara: Innovator in Carburizing Steel Technology

Introduction

Kenji Aihara is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of metallurgy, particularly in the development of carburizing steel. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Aihara's work has had a lasting impact on the industry.

Latest Patents

One of Aihara's latest patents focuses on carburizing steel and steel products manufactured using a specific chemical composition. This innovation aims to enhance the properties of steel, making it more durable and effective for various applications.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kenji Aihara has worked with notable companies such as Sumitomo Metal Industries, Inc. and NTN Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in steel manufacturing and innovation.

Collaborations

Aihara has collaborated with several talented individuals in his field, including Takashi Tsukamoto and Hyoji Hagita. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and the successful development of new technologies.

Conclusion

Kenji Aihara's contributions to carburizing steel technology exemplify his dedication to innovation in metallurgy. His patents and collaborations continue to influence the industry, showcasing the importance of research and development in creating advanced materials.

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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