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Obu, Japan

Kiyoshi Tsurumi

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Denso Corporation, Aisin Aw Co., Ltd., Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2001-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kiyoshi Tsurumi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kiyoshi-tsurumi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 80.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 117(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Okazaki, JP (2001 - 2003)
  • Obu, JP (2005 - 2013)
  • Kariya, JP (2015 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 20,394 
 
Denso Corporation
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 2,064 
 
Aisin Aw Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 38,837 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
4. 1 out of 22,006 
 
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2001-2021

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11072346 - Autonomous driving system, non-transitory tangible computer readable medium, and autonomous driving state notifying method (2021-07-27),
2. 10928206 - Vehicle control system, own vehicle position calculation apparatus, vehicle control apparatus, own vehicle position calculation program, and non-transitory computer readable storage medium (2021-02-23),
3. 10697780 - Position correction apparatus, navigation system and automatic driving system (2020-06-30),
4. 10421451 - Driving assistance apparatus (2019-09-24),
5. 9796382 - Driving assist apparatus and driving assist method (2017-10-24),
6. 8965617 - Driving support system, driving support method and computer program (2015-02-24),
7. 8614626 - Driving support device for a vehicle with reverse run determination (2013-12-24),
8. 8421648 - Wrong-way-travel warning device and wrong-way-travel warning method (2013-04-16),
9. 8024117 - Map display apparatus for vehicle (2011-09-20),
10. 7983842 - Vehicular present position detection apparatus and program storage medium (2011-07-19),
11. 7302342 - In-vehicle navigation apparatus (2007-11-27),
12. 7096116 - Vehicle behavior detector, in-vehicle processing system, detection information calibrator, and in-vehicle processor (2006-08-22),
13. 6876923 - Map data production system for providing map data including road grade data (2005-04-05),
14. 6658353 - VEHICLE NAVIGATION APPARATUS PROVIDING RAPID CORRECTION FOR EXCESSIVE ERROR IN DEAD RECKONING ESTIMATES OF VEHICLE TRAVEL DIRECTION BY DIRECT APPLICATION OF POSITION AND DIRECTION INFORMATION DERIVED FROM GPS POSITION MEASUREMENT DATA (2003-12-02),
15. 6226591 - Vehicle present position detection apparatus, vehicle present position display apparatus, navigation system and recording medium (2001-05-01),

Title: Kiyoshi Tsurumi: Innovator in Autonomous Driving Technology

Introduction

Kiyoshi Tsurumi is a prominent inventor based in Obu, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of autonomous driving technology, holding a total of 15 patents. His work focuses on enhancing vehicle safety and operational efficiency through innovative systems.

Latest Patents

Tsurumi's latest patents include an autonomous driving system, a non-transitory tangible computer-readable medium, and an autonomous driving state notifying method. The autonomous driving system features a traveling plan creation section that generates a travel plan for autonomous operations. It also includes a traveling state acquisition section that monitors the actual traveling state during operation. A determination section verifies whether the actual state aligns with the planned operation, while a notification control section informs the driver of the results. This system aims to provide drivers with a heightened sense of security. Additionally, his vehicle control system calculates the vehicle's position on a map using a conformal map projection method, ensuring accurate navigation and control.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Tsurumi has worked with notable companies such as Denso Corporation and Toyota Motor Corporation. His experience in these leading automotive firms has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in vehicle technology.

Collaborations

Tsurumi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Naoto Miura and Masatoshi Takahara, to advance his research and development efforts in the automotive sector.

Conclusion

Kiyoshi Tsurumi's contributions to autonomous driving technology exemplify his commitment to innovation and safety in the automotive industry. His patents reflect a deep understanding of vehicle dynamics and user experience, making him a key figure in the evolution of modern transportation.

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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