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Hiroshima, Japan

Masaki Kakihara

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Mazda Motor Corporation. Active years: 1990-1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masaki Kakihara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masaki-kakihara-cnmsterx

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 5

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 516(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hiroshima, JP (1990 - 1992)
  • Kronberg, DE (1993 - 1994)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal5 out of 4,753 
 
Mazda Motor Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1990-1994

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5293163 - Navigation apparatus for vehicles (1994-03-08),
2. 5274387 - Navigation apparatus for vehicles (1993-12-28),
3. 5109344 - Vehicle navigation apparatus employing node selection, comparison and (1992-04-28),
4. 5046011 - Apparatus for navigating vehicle (1991-09-03),
5. 4912645 - Automotive navigation system (1990-03-27),

Title: Masaki Kakihara: Innovator in Navigation Technology

Introduction

Masaki Kakihara is a prominent inventor based in Hiroshima, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of navigation technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His work primarily focuses on developing advanced navigation systems for vehicles, enhancing the driving experience through innovative solutions.

Latest Patents

Kakihara's latest patents include a navigation apparatus for vehicles that features a display device for showcasing road information. This navigation system is designed to selectively display road information that is close to the vehicle's current position and/or the driver's demands from a vast amount of data. Another notable patent is a navigation apparatus that displays map information, showing the vehicle's current position and a route to a preset destination at maximum length.

Career Highlights

Masaki Kakihara is associated with Mazda Motor Corporation, where he applies his expertise in navigation technology. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of vehicle navigation systems, making them more user-friendly and efficient.

Collaborations

Kakihara has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Masao Sasaki and Futoshi Shoji, contributing to the development of innovative navigation solutions.

Conclusion

Masaki Kakihara's contributions to navigation technology have significantly impacted the automotive industry. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to shape the future of vehicle navigation systems.

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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