Kanagawa, Japan

Makoto Nakamura

This inventor holds 134 USPTO granted patents and 8 EPO patents, primarily in Internal Combustion Engine (CPC class 123 9016). Top assignees: Hitachi, Ltd., Nissan Motor Company Limited, Ricoh Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1979-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Makoto Nakamura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/makoto-nakamura

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


% Patents Active = 57.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 20

Forward Citations = 1,473(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,398(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Miura, JP (1979)
  • Yokohama City, JP (1987)
  • Toyokawa, JP (1989 - 1991)
  • Yokohama, JP (1983 - 1993)
  • Fujimi, JP (1989 - 1995)
  • Hyougo, JP (1995)
  • Amagasaki-shi, Hyogo-ken, JP (1995)
  • Yokosuka, JP (1992 - 1996)
  • Hyogo-ken, JP (1998)
  • Tsukuba, JP (1997 - 2001)
  • Narasino-Shi, Chiba-Ken, JP (2002)
  • Atsugi, JP (2005 - 2010)
  • Isehara, JP (1995 - 2013)
  • Ebina, JP (2009 - 2013)
  • Zushi, JP (1997 - 2017)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1981 - 2021)
  • Chiyoda-ku, JP (2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal33 out of 42,726 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal26 out of 13,420 
 
Nissan Motor Company Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal22 out of 28,934 
 
Ricoh Company, Ltd.
 patents
4. 14 out of 556 
 
Unisia Jecs Corporation
 patents
5. 13 out of 2,028 
 
Hitachi Automotive Systems, Ltd.
 patents
6. 8 out of 53,250 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
7. 5 out of 5,300 
 
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
 patents
8. 4 out of 5,193 
 
Bridgestone Corporation
 patents
9. 3 out of 164 
 
Ntt Electronics Corporation
 patents
10. 2 out of 8 
 
Ichibiki Co., Ltd.
 patents
11. 2 out of 11 
 
Shibaura Engineering Works Co., Ltd.
 patents
12. 2 out of 2,916 
 
Tokyo Shibaura Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
13. 1 out of 129 
 
Alpha Corporation
 patents
14. 1 out of 134 
 
Atsugi Unisia Corp.
 patents
15. 1 out of 49 
 
Hitachi Unisia Automotive, Ltd.
 patents
16. 1 out of 1 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Unisia Jecs
 patent
17. 1 out of 2,422 
 
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
 patents
18. 1 out of 2,301 
 
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc.
 patents
19. 1 out of 681 
 
Tokyo Shibaura Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
20. 1 out of 1 
 
Unisia Corporation
 patent
21. 9 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1979-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Variable Valve System
Control Apparatus
Internal Combustion Engine
Image Processing
Charging Apparatus
Polycarbonate Resin
Actuator Device
Signal Output Circuit
Automatic Gain Control
Conductive Member
Fixing Device
Combustion System
134 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Makoto Nakamura: Innovator Extraordinaire from Kanagawa, JP

Introduction:

In the realm of innovations and patents, there are individuals who stand out for their remarkable contributions. One such luminary is Makoto Nakamura, hailing from Kanagawa, JP. With an impressive track record of 131 patents, Nakamura has established himself as a prolific inventor and a beacon of technological advancement. Let's delve into his latest patents, career highlights, notable collaborations, and the profound impact he has made in his field.

Latest Patents:

Nakamura's recent patents showcase his ingenuity and forward-thinking approaches. One of his latest inventions is a Bisphenol composition and method for producing the same. This composition offers excellent thermal stability, even under high-temperature conditions, by minimizing increases in the Hazen color number. Such innovation ensures that coloring problems do not arise, enabling the production of polycarbonate resins with exceptional color tones.

Another groundbreaking patent by Nakamura is associated with a fixing device designed to restrain increases in rotational torque of a fixing member in an image-forming apparatus. This novel fixing device comprises various components, such as a fixing member with a specially engineered inner circumferential resin layer and a sliding member equipped with a resin coating layer. By optimizing the surface hardness between these components, the fixing device enhances the efficiency and quality of toner image fixation.

Career Highlights:

Throughout his illustrious career, Nakamura has been associated with renowned companies, making significant contributions to their technological advancements. He has contributed his expertise to esteemed organizations like Hitachi Co., Ltd and Nissan Motor Company Limited. Nakamura's time spent in these industry giants has undoubtedly shaped his innovative thinking and provided him with a platform to ideate and implement inventive solutions.

Collaborations:

In the world of intellectual property, collaborations play a crucial role in fostering innovation and bringing revolutionary ideas to life. Nakamura has had the opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals, including Seinosuke Hara and Shinichi Takemura. These fruitful partnerships have undoubtedly spurred creative synergies and allowed them to push the boundaries of what was thought possible.

Conclusion:

Makoto Nakamura's prowess as an inventor and his 131 patents exemplify his significant contributions to the world of innovations and intellectual property. Through his groundbreaking inventions, he has addressed pressing challenges and pushed the frontiers of technological advancements. His work in bisphenol compositions and fixing devices showcases his commitment to driving improvements across various industries. Collaborations with colleagues have further fueled his ingenuity. As we eagerly anticipate Nakamura's future endeavors, we can only imagine the profound impact he will continue to make in the field of innovations and patents.

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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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