Toyota, Japan

Kenzo Kawaguchi

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Mitsubishi Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1995.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenzo Kawaguchi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenzo-kawaguchi-ca8t60xz

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 29(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1995

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kenzo Kawaguchi: Innovator in Automotive Technology

Introduction

Kenzo Kawaguchi is a notable inventor based in Toyota, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the automotive industry, particularly through his innovative designs and patents. His work focuses on enhancing vehicle functionality and safety.

Latest Patents

One of Kenzo Kawaguchi's key inventions is a trunk locking device. This device operates by engaging a latch and a striker when the trunk lid is pressed down. It ensures that the lid is held securely in place for closing the trunk opening. After the lid is positioned, a control and drive mechanism dislocate the striker downwards through a transmission. This action pulls the lid into a fully closed position, effectively securing the trunk.

Career Highlights

Kenzo Kawaguchi is associated with Mitsubishi Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, a prominent company in the automotive sector. His work there has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions that improve vehicle design and user experience.

Collaborations

Kenzo has collaborated with talented coworkers, including Hiroyuki Kyo and Hideaki Hukaya. Their combined expertise has contributed to the success of various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Kenzo Kawaguchi's contributions to automotive technology, particularly through his trunk locking device, highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to enhancing vehicle safety and functionality. His work continues to influence the automotive industry positively.

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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