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Iwata, Japan

Kousuke Obayashi

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Bearing Technology. Top assignee: Ntn Corporation. Active years: 2004-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kousuke Obayashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kousuke-obayashi

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 37.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 84(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Shizuoka, JP (2004)
  • Iwata, JP (2006 - 2014)
  • Fukuroi, JP (2010 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 2,502 
 
Ntn Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2014

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Areas of Expertise:
Thrust Bearing
Roller Bearing
Needle Roller Bearing
Support Structure
Heat Treatment
Induction Hardening
Manufacturing Method
Valve Train
Shaft Member
Transmission
Compressor
Cage
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8844489 - Roller follower, valve train, induction hardening apparatus, method of heat treatment of shaft member, method of manufacturing shaft, and shaft (2014-09-30),
2. 8709173 - Thrust bearing component (2014-04-29),
3. 7896558 - Thrust roller bearing (2011-03-01),
4. 7766555 - Roller bearing and method of assembling the same (2010-08-03),
5. 7758253 - Thrust roller bearing (2010-07-20),
6. 7677810 - Bearing washer for thrust bearing and thrust bearing (2010-03-16),
7. 7594762 - Thrust needle roller bearing, support structure receiving thrust load of compressor for car air-conditioner, support structure receiving thrust load of automatic transmission, support structure for continuously variable transmission, and support structure receivin (2009-09-29),
8. 7513043 - Support structure carrying thrust load of transmission, method of manufacturing thereof and thrust needle roller bearing (2009-04-07),
9. 7398724 - Support structure carrying thrust load of compressor and thrust needle roller bearing (2008-07-15),
10. 7390127 - Roller bearing assembly (2008-06-24),
11. 7273318 - Thrust needle roller bearing and method for manufacture thereof (2007-09-25),
12. 7220060 - Roller bearing (2007-05-22),
13. 7134794 - Thrust needle roller bearing (2006-11-14),
14. 7114854 - Thrust roller bearing and cage (2006-10-03),
15. 7033083 - Support structure carrying thrust load of transmission, method of manufacturing thereof and thrust needle roller bearing (2006-04-25),

Title: Kousuke Obayashi: Innovator in Mechanical Engineering

Introduction

Kousuke Obayashi is a prominent inventor based in Iwata, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of mechanical engineering, particularly in the development of advanced components for machinery. With a total of 16 patents to his name, Obayashi has established himself as a key figure in innovation.

Latest Patents

Obayashi's latest patents include a variety of innovative technologies. These patents encompass a roller follower, a valve train, an induction hardening apparatus, a method of heat treatment of shaft members, a method of manufacturing shafts, and a shaft. His roller follower design features a roller ring, a shaft, and multiple rollers, with at least one component made of steel containing 0.7 to 2.4% carbon and 10.0 to 20.0% chromium. Additionally, carbide containing iron or chromium, along with carbon, is generated at a specific area ratio on the rolling contact surfaces.

Career Highlights

Kousuke Obayashi is currently associated with NTN Corporation, where he continues to push the boundaries of mechanical design and engineering. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the performance and durability of various mechanical components.

Collaborations

Obayashi has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Tetsuya Hayashi and Shinji Oishi. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative technologies in their field.

Conclusion

Kousuke Obayashi's contributions to mechanical engineering through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future innovations.

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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