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Tokyo, Japan

Kouji Matsuno

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Fuji Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1993-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kouji Matsuno. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kouji-matsuno

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 4

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 65(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kasakake, JP (1993)
  • Gunma, JP (1994)
  • Tokyo, JP (2015 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal4 out of 2,208 
 
Fuji Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2016

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9514649 - Vehicle driving support device (2016-12-06),
2. 9145142 - Vehicle control system (2015-09-29),
3. 5332059 - Control system for a differential of a motor vehicle (1994-07-26),
4. 5253728 - Steering control method for a motor vehicle with a differential (1993-10-19),

Title: Kouji Matsuno: Innovator in Vehicle Technology

Introduction

Kouji Matsuno is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle technology, holding a total of 4 patents. His innovative work focuses on enhancing vehicle safety and control systems.

Latest Patents

One of Matsuno's latest patents is a vehicle driving support device. This device calculates the time-to-collision with an obstacle ahead. When the time-to-collision is shorter than a predetermined threshold, indicating a high possibility of collision, the device outputs a signal to a brake controller. This action initiates a prefill function, ensuring that the brake pads are pressed against the braking surface of the disc rotor. Another notable patent is a vehicle control system designed to select driving modes associated with abnormalities in control units. This system outputs execution commands via CAN bus to the relevant control unit, enabling safe driving even in the event of control unit failures.

Career Highlights

Kouji Matsuno is currently employed at Fuji Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, where he continues to develop innovative vehicle technologies. His work has significantly impacted the automotive industry, particularly in enhancing vehicle safety and performance.

Collaborations

Matsuno has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Toyohiko Mouri and Kiminaga Shirakawa. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of vehicle technology.

Conclusion

Kouji Matsuno is a key figure in the field of vehicle innovation, with a focus on safety and control systems. His patents reflect his commitment to improving automotive technology and ensuring safer driving experiences.

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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