Kotaro Watanabe

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Nippon Steel Corporation, Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation. Active years: 2010-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kotaro Watanabe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kotaro-watanabe-8cxs3cuj

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 4)

% Patents Active = 71.4

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 24(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

6 out of 16,627

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation

patents

5 out of 3,724

Nippon Steel Corporation

patents

4 out of 13

Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2010-2026

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14 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12630395 - Elevator rope tension measurement system (2026-05-19),

2. 12617652 - Building facility vibration measurement device and management system (2026-05-05),

3. 12372197 - Mounting tool for holding elevator rope tension measuring device (2025-07-29),

4. 11780026 - Welding operation monitoring system and welding operation monitoring method (2023-10-10),

5. 11592045 - Lap fillet arc welded joint (2023-02-28),

6. D967846 - Display screen with graphical user interface (2022-10-25),

7. D959483 - Display screen with graphical user interface (2022-08-02),

8. 11400539 - Flux-cored wire, manufacturing method of welded joint, and welded joint (2022-08-02),

9. 11331742 - Flux-cored wire, manufacturing method of welded joint, and welded joint (2022-05-17),

10. 10946486 - Flux-cored wire, manufacturing method of welded joint, and welded joint (2021-03-16),

11. 10547216 - Power receiving apparatus, power feeding system, power feeding method, power source management method, computer readable recording medium storing power feeding program, and computer readable recording medium storing power source management program (2020-01-28),

12. 9509386 - Radio and antenna selection method for radio (2016-11-29),

13. 7877979 - Integrated gasification combined cycle plant, method of controlling the plant, and method of producing fuel gas (2011-02-01),

14. 7832191 - Integrated gasification combined cycle and the control method (2010-11-16),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Kotaro Watanabe

Introduction

Kotaro Watanabe is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of engineering, particularly in the areas of elevator technology and welding operations. With a total of 12 patents to his name, Watanabe's work reflects a commitment to innovation and practical solutions.

Latest Patents

One of Watanabe's latest patents is a mounting tool for holding an elevator rope tension measuring device. This innovative tool is designed to prevent interference between the measurement device and the adjacent rope, ensuring accurate tension measurements. The mounting tool consists of a first holding body for the elevator rope, a second holding body for the tension measurement device, and a connecting body that positions the measurement device away from the rope.

Another notable patent is a welding operation monitoring system and method. This system includes an image capturing device that monitors the plasma flow during welding operations. It generates a specific color component image to analyze the state of the welding operation, enhancing the efficiency and safety of the welding process.

Career Highlights

Watanabe has worked with several prestigious companies, including Nippon Steel Corporation and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Watanabe has collaborated with talented individuals such as Takuya Hashiguchi and Yoshiko Ono. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Kotaro Watanabe's contributions to engineering and technology are noteworthy, with his patents reflecting a deep understanding of practical challenges and innovative solutions. His work continues to influence the fields of elevator technology and welding operations, showcasing the importance of innovation in engineering.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.