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Anjo, Japan

Kunio Endo

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Nippondenso Co., Ltd., Toyota Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1976-1981.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 8

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 131(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Anjo, JA (1976 - 1978)
  • Anzyo, JP (1978)
  • Anjo, JP (1979 - 1981)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 3,252 
 
Nippondenso Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 1,838 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1976-1981

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 4246566 - Malfunction diagnosing apparatus for electronic control system for (1981-01-20),
2. 4226215 - Electronically-controlled fuel injection system for internal combustion (1980-10-07),
3. 4180023 - Electronically-controlled fuel injection system for internal combustion (1979-12-25),
4. 4148283 - Rotational speed detecting apparatus for electronically-controlled fuel (1979-04-10),
5. 4127086 - Fuel injection control system (1978-11-28),
6. 4126107 - Electronic fuel injection system (1978-11-21),
7. 4073270 - Electronically-controlled fuel injection system (1978-02-14),
8. 3952710 - Air-fuel ratio control system for internal combustion engines (1976-04-27),

Title: Kunio Endo: Innovator in Electronic Control Systems

Introduction

Kunio Endo is a prominent inventor based in Anjo, Japan, known for his significant contributions to electronic control systems. With a total of eight patents to his name, Endo has made remarkable advancements in the field of automotive technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a malfunction diagnosing apparatus for electronic control systems. This apparatus is designed to diagnose malfunctions in vehicles by monitoring the voltage or current levels on wires connecting sensors and actuators to the electronic control system. When a non-steady state is detected, the apparatus identifies the malfunction and records its occurrence. Another notable patent is for an electronically-controlled fuel injection system for internal combustion engines with an odd number of cylinders. This system regulates fuel supply by controlling the duration of fuel injection pulses, ensuring efficient engine operation.

Career Highlights

Kunio Endo has worked with notable companies such as Nippondenso Co., Ltd. and Toyota Motor Corporation. His experience in these leading automotive firms has greatly influenced his innovative work in electronic control systems.

Collaborations

Endo has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Susumu Harada and Akio Kobayashi, contributing to the advancement of automotive technologies.

Conclusion

Kunio Endo's work in electronic control systems and fuel injection technology has significantly impacted the automotive industry. His patents reflect a commitment to innovation and excellence in engineering.

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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