Tokyo, Japan

Kouroku Endo

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba. Active years: 1988.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kouroku Endo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kouroku-endo

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

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Forward Citations = 16(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1988

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kouroku Endo: Innovator in Refrigeration Technology

Introduction

Kouroku Endo is a notable inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of refrigeration technology. His innovative approach has led to the development of a unique refrigeration cycle apparatus.

Latest Patents

Kouroku Endo holds a patent for a refrigeration cycle apparatus. This apparatus includes a heat accumulating unit designed to store excess heat generated during the operation of the refrigeration cycle main unit. The unit radiates the accumulated heat at a desired time, enhancing the efficiency of the refrigeration process. The heat accumulating container houses a latent heat accumulating material, which has a predetermined phase transition temperature and a supercooling state release temperature. This material maintains a supercooling state at specific temperatures, allowing for effective heat management. When cooled below the supercooling state release temperature, the material releases the accumulated heat, which is then used to heat the refrigerant sent to the compressor during the heating or defrosting operation.

Career Highlights

Kouroku Endo is associated with Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, a leading company in technology and innovation. His work has been instrumental in advancing refrigeration technology, making it more efficient and effective.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kouroku Endo has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Akio Mitani and Koji Kashima. These collaborations have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the field.

Conclusion

Kouroku Endo's contributions to refrigeration technology exemplify the impact of innovation in improving efficiency and functionality. His patent for the refrigeration cycle apparatus showcases his commitment to advancing this essential technology.

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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