Nishio, Japan

Kimio Sakakibara

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1993-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kimio Sakakibara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kimio-sakakibara

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


% Patents Active = 20.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 125(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1993-2017

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kimio Sakakibara: Innovator in Air Conditioning Technology

Introduction

Kimio Sakakibara is a notable inventor based in Nishio, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of air conditioning technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His innovative designs focus on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of air conditioning systems.

Latest Patents

One of Sakakibara's latest patents is an air conditioning register designed to prevent or effectively suppress a reduction in the effective opening surface area at the air-conditioned air blow-out portion. This invention features a first flow path and a second flow path within a retainer, allowing for improved blow-out efficiency of air-conditioned air. The first damper and multiple second dampers work in unison to control the flow direction of the air-conditioned air, ensuring optimal performance.

Another significant patent is an air outlet structure for an air conditioner, which provides a sufficient volume and speed of air conditioning airflow with excellent directivity. This design includes a movable flow path member that can change shape according to user adjustments, eliminating the need for fins to direct airflow. As a result, the air outlet can be thinner while maintaining effective airflow, enhancing the overall user experience in vehicles.

Career Highlights

Kimio Sakakibara is currently employed at Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, where he continues to innovate in the automotive air conditioning sector. His work has contributed to advancements in vehicle comfort and energy efficiency.

Collaborations

Sakakibara collaborates with talented coworkers, including Keiko Tanaka and Makoto Inoue, to further enhance the development of air conditioning technologies.

Conclusion

Kimio Sakakibara's contributions to air conditioning technology demonstrate his commitment to innovation and efficiency. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the challenges in air conditioning systems and provide practical solutions that enhance user experience.

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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