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Hino, Japan

Kunihiko Murakami

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Fanuc Corporation. Active years: 1985-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kunihiko Murakami. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kunihiko-murakami

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 155(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hino, JP (1985 - 1999)
  • Yamanashi, JP (2020 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 6,287 
 
Fanuc Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1985-2025

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12480788 - Displacement detecting sensor, control device, and control system (2025-11-25),
2. 12042936 - Robot joint structure and robot with backlash reduction mechanism (2024-07-23),
3. D896859 - Industrial robot (2020-09-22),
4. 5911125 - CNC acceleration-deceleration control apparatus and method (1999-06-08),
5. 5485069 - Numerical control apparatus (1996-01-16),
6. 5216344 - Involute interpolation speed control system (1993-06-01),
7. 5214591 - Method of correcting error on involute interpolation (1993-05-25),
8. 5144550 - Test run control method (1992-09-01),
9. 5144213 - Brake control method of gravity axis (1992-09-01),
10. 5124622 - Remote diagnosis system of numerical control apparatus (1992-06-23),
11. 5103150 - Involute interpolation error correction system (1992-04-07),
12. 5101147 - Method of controlling machining speed on involute interpolation (1992-03-31),
13. 5084660 - NC command system (1992-01-28),
14. 4935681 - Involute interpolation method (1990-06-19),
15. 4510427 - Method and apparatus for controlling feed speed in numerical control (1985-04-09),

Title: Kunihiko Murakami: Innovator in Robotics

Introduction

Kunihiko Murakami is a prominent inventor based in Hino, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of robotics, holding a total of 15 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of robotic systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations are a robot joint structure and a robot with a backlash reduction mechanism. The robot joint structure features a motor designed for a robot joint shaft that can rotate about a vertical axis. It includes a motor-side gear attached to the motor shaft, an auxiliary bearing for supplemental axial support, and an adapter that integrates the motor, gear, and bearing. Additionally, a moving mechanism allows the unit structure to move radially, ensuring that the motor-side gear aligns closely with a mating gear.

Career Highlights

Kunihiko Murakami is currently employed at Fanuc Corporation, a leading company in industrial robotics. His work at Fanuc has positioned him as a key player in advancing robotic technologies.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Takao Sasaki and Masafumi Sano, contributing to various innovative projects within the company.

Conclusion

Kunihiko Murakami's contributions to robotics through his patents and work at Fanuc Corporation highlight his role as a significant innovator in the field. His inventions continue to shape the future of robotic 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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