Koji Katano

This inventor holds 74 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 6 CIPO patents and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Fuel Cell Technology (CPC class F17C). Top assignees: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, Aisan Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, Aisin Seiki Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2010-2025.

USPTO Granted Patents = 74 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 64.9

CIPO Patents = 6

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 125(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 120(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Susono, JP (2011 - 2012)
Toyoto, JP (2013)
Toyota, JP (2010 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

73 out of 38,723

Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

1 out of 806

Aisan Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

1 out of 5,207

Aisin Seiki Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

4. 1 out of 1,892

Kabushiki Kaisha Toyota Jidoshokki

patents

5. 1 out of 277

Tyco Electronics Japan G.k.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2010-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

High-Pressure Tank

Fuel Cell Vehicle

Manufacturing Method

Reinforced Layer

Voltage Measurement

Electric Interconnect

Fuel Cell System

Power Distribution

Fluid Compressor

Piping Unit

Connector Structure

Reactor Unit

74 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12241591 - High-pressure tank and manufacturing method of the same (2025-03-04),

2. 12044359 - High-pressure tank and method of manufacturing the same (2024-07-23),

3. 11932102 - Vehicle and manufacturing method of vehicle (2024-03-19),

4. 11761583 - Tank and method of manufacturing the same (2023-09-19),

5. 11680683 - High-pressure tank, high-pressure tank mounting apparatus and method for manufacturing high-pressure tank (2023-06-20),

6. 11654607 - Method for manufacturing high pressure tank (2023-05-23),

7. 11618224 - High-pressure tank, method for manufacturing high-pressure tank, and method for manufacturing fiber-reinforced resin layer for high-pressure tank (2023-04-04),

8. 11584093 - High-pressure tank and method of manufacturing the same (2023-02-21),

9. 11566752 - High-pressure tank and method for manufacturing high-pressure tank (2023-01-31),

10. 11529780 - Manufacturing method for high-pressure tank (2022-12-20),

11. 11506337 - Manufacturing method of high-pressure tank (2022-11-22),

12. 11486545 - Tank and manufacturing method for tank (2022-11-01),

13. 11472135 - Method for manufacturing high-pressure tank (2022-10-18),

14. 11441732 - Manufacturing method for high-pressure tank and high-pressure tank (2022-09-13),

15. 11298868 - Manufacturing method of reinforced layer (2022-04-12),

Title: Inventor Koji Katano - Revolutionizing Innovation at Toyota

Introduction: Koji Katano is a distinguished inventor hailing from Toyota, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the automotive industry.

Latest Patents: Koji Katano's recent patents focus on enhancing vehicle safety features, improving fuel efficiency, and developing cutting-edge technologies for electric vehicles.

Career Highlights: With over two decades of experience at Toyota, Koji Katano has played a pivotal role in the development of hybrid vehicles, autonomous driving systems, and sustainable mobility solutions.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Koji Katano has collaborated with top engineers, researchers, and designers within Toyota and across the industry to bring innovative concepts to life.

Conclusion: Koji Katano's passion for innovation and commitment to excellence continue to drive advancements in the automotive sector, solidifying his reputation as a visionary inventor in the field.