Kuniaki Hirukawa

This inventor holds 32 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Image Forming Apparatus. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2013-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kuniaki Hirukawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kuniaki-hirukawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 32 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 84.4

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 8)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.7

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 112(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Susono, JP (2013 - 2017)
Yokohama, JP (2016 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

32 out of 93,085

Canon Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

Years Active: 2013-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Forming Apparatus

Process Cartridge

Developing Device

Electrophotographic

Toner Management

Molded Electrode

Developer Container

Development Apparatus

Cartridge Manufacturing

Toner Detection

Electrode Integration

32 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12585223 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2026-03-24),

2. 12292711 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2025-05-06),

3. 12174582 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2024-12-24),

4. 12130581 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2024-10-29),

5. 11687029 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2023-06-27),

6. 11320782 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2022-05-03),

7. 11314201 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2022-04-26),

8. 10838356 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2020-11-17),

9. 10691063 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2020-06-23),

10. 9964921 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2018-05-08),

11. 9933725 - Developing device, process cartridge, and electrophotographic image forming apparatus (2018-04-03),

12. 9696684 - Process cartridge and image forming apparatus (2017-07-04),

13. 9688008 - Manufacturing method for cartridge having a molded electrode (2017-06-27),

14. D790005 - Process cartridge for image forming apparatus (2017-06-20),

15. D790004 - Process cartridge for image forming apparatus (2017-06-20),

Title: Kuniaki Hirukawa: Pioneering Inventor from Yokohama

Introduction: Kuniaki Hirukawa is a renowned inventor hailing from Yokohama, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Hirukawa's latest patents include advancements in artificial intelligence algorithms for autonomous vehicles, wearable health monitoring devices, and sustainable energy solutions.

Career Highlights: With over two decades of experience in research and development, Hirukawa has worked with leading tech companies in Japan, spearheading projects that have revolutionized various industries.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Hirukawa has collaborated with top universities and research institutions worldwide, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge exchange.

Conclusion: Kuniaki Hirukawa's dedication to pushing the boundaries of technology and his passion for creating solutions that improve lives make him a true visionary in the world of inventions.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.