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Higashimurayama, Japan

Kuninobu Kadota

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Bridgestone Corporation. Active years: 1988-2011.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kuninobu Kadota. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kuninobu-kadota

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 77.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 124(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (1988)
  • Kodaisa, JP (1991)
  • Kodaira, JP (1988 - 1993)
  • Higashimurayama, JP (1995 - 2011)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal18 out of 5,194 
 
Bridgestone Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1988-2011

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18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7879170 - Pneumatic tires (2011-02-01),
2. 7152645 - Pneumatic tires (2006-12-26),
3. 6976518 - Pneumatic radial tires (2005-12-20),
4. 6688360 - Pneumatic tires (2004-02-10),
5. 6668890 - Pneumatic radial tires (2003-12-30),
6. 6530411 - Pneumatic tires (2003-03-11),
7. 5465773 - Pneumatic radial tires with zigzag belt and rubberized cord ply belt (1995-11-14),
8. 5271445 - Pneumatic tire including wave-shaped cords or filaments (1993-12-21),
9. 5253689 - Heavy duty radial tire carcass profile (1993-10-19),
10. 5176769 - Radial tire for aircraft including both a circumferential breaker ply (1993-01-05),
11. 5004031 - Pneumatic tire with a strip reinforcing laminate having filaments (1991-04-02),
12. 4966214 - High inner pressure heavy duty pneumatic radial tire including folded (1990-10-30),
13. 4934428 - Heavy duty pneumatic radial tire (1990-06-19),
14. 4915151 - Heavy duty radial tire carcass profile (1990-04-10),
15. 4846238 - Heavy duty pneumatic radial tire with a carcass ply composed of aromatic (1989-07-11),

Title: Kuninobu Kadota: Innovator in Pneumatic Tire Technology

Introduction

Kuninobu Kadota is a prominent inventor based in Higashimurayama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of tire technology, holding a total of 18 patents. His work primarily focuses on the design and functionality of pneumatic tires, which are essential for modern vehicles.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Kadota has developed advanced pneumatic tires. One of his notable patents describes a pneumatic tire that comprises a carcass made of at least one carcass ply containing steel cords arranged at a cord angle of 70-90° with respect to the equatorial plane of the tire. This design allows the carcass to toroidally extend between a pair of bead cores, forming a turnup portion that enhances the tire's performance. Another patent elaborates on a similar design, emphasizing the wrap part that encircles the peripheral face of the bead core, further improving the tire's structural integrity.

Career Highlights

Kuninobu Kadota is currently associated with Bridgestone Corporation, a leading company in tire manufacturing. His expertise in tire technology has positioned him as a key player in the industry, contributing to the development of innovative products that meet the demands of modern transportation.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kadota has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Hiroyuki Koseki and Tetsuhito Tsukagoshi. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and advancements in tire technology.

Conclusion

Kuninobu Kadota's contributions to pneumatic tire technology have established him as a significant inventor in the field. His innovative designs and patents continue to influence the tire industry, ensuring safer and more efficient vehicles on the road.

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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