Wakayama, Japan

Kouichi Urano

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Shima Seiki Manufacturing Limited. Active years: 2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kouichi Urano. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kouichi-urano-u9viei99

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

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Years Active: 2010

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kouichi Urano: Innovator in Knit Product Design

Introduction

Kouichi Urano is a notable inventor based in Wakayama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of knit product design, showcasing his innovative spirit through his patented technologies. His work focuses on enhancing the design process of knitted fabrics, making it more efficient and adaptable.

Latest Patents

Kouichi Urano holds a patent for a "Device, method and program for designing knit product." This invention involves a setting area that is stored in association with the external shape of a knitted fabric. The setting area can be altered as the external shape changes. A unit pattern is vertically copied repeatedly within this setting area. When patterns exist on both sides of the boundary between front and rear knitted fabrics, the boundary serves as a starting point for circumferential formation. The setting pattern on the start section side is shifted upward by one course. Additionally, the range for providing the setting pattern can be altered automatically when the external shape of the knitted fabric changes. Importantly, the setting pattern remains continuous in the course direction at the boundary between the front and rear knitted fabrics. Kouichi Urano has 1 patent to his name.

Career Highlights

Kouichi Urano is associated with Shima Seiki Manufacturing Limited, a company renowned for its advanced knitting technology. His role at the company has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to the evolution of knit product design.

Collaborations

Kouichi has worked alongside Junko Kawasaki, collaborating on various projects that aim to push the boundaries of knit product technology. Their partnership exemplifies the importance of teamwork in the innovation process.

Conclusion

Kouichi Urano's contributions to knit product design highlight his innovative approach and dedication to advancing the industry. His patented technology not only improves the design process but also sets a new standard for future developments in knitted fabrics.

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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