Kashiwa, Japan

Kodai Yoshinaga

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Smc Corporation. Active years: 2014-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kodai Yoshinaga. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kodai-yoshinaga

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 7.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tsukubamirai, JP (2014)
  • Kashiwa, JP (2016 - 2017)
  • Moriya, JP (2018)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2014-2018

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Kodai Yoshinaga

Introduction

Kodai Yoshinaga is a notable inventor based in Kashiwa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of shock absorbers, holding a total of 4 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the performance and durability of shock-absorbing devices.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a low-dust/dust-resistant shock absorber. This invention features a cylinder housing that includes a piston chamber filled with oily liquid. A piston moves within this chamber, connected to a rod that protrudes from the cylinder housing. The design incorporates a cylindrical bearing made of synthetic resin, which has shock-absorbing properties. Additionally, it includes a dust-collecting member to prevent dust particles from entering and a lubricating member that supplies oil to the rod's surface. The bearing not only guides the rod but also acts as a stopper to prevent contact with the outer end surface of the cylinder housing.

Another significant patent is the bi-directional shock absorbing device. This device consists of a cylinder housing with a liquid chamber and a shock-absorbing mechanism supported by a rod extending from the housing. The mechanism includes a pair of pistons located within the liquid chamber, which are attached to the rod on either side of a liquid storage chamber. The design features resistance paths that create flow resistance and unidirectional flow paths that block liquid flow toward the storage chamber when a piston is pressed, while allowing flow in the opposite direction.

Career Highlights

Kodai Yoshinaga is currently employed at SMC Corporation, where he continues to innovate in the field of shock absorbers. His work has significantly impacted the design and functionality of these devices, making them more efficient and reliable.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Eiko Miyasato and Youji Takakuwa, contributing to various projects and advancements in their field.

Conclusion

Kodai Yoshinaga's contributions to shock absorber technology demonstrate his innovative spirit and dedication to improving mechanical devices. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing performance and addressing practical challenges in the industry.

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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