Masanori Takenouchi

This inventor holds 134 USPTO granted patents, plus 3 CIPO patents and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Liquid Discharge Technology (CPC class D18 56). Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1984-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masanori Takenouchi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masanori-takenouchi

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 134

% Patents Active = 89.6

CIPO Patents = 3

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.3

ph-index = 26

Forward Citations = 2,346(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 2,114(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Urawa, JP (1984 - 1987)
Atsugi, JP (1987 - 1996)
Kawasaki, JP (1997)
Kanagawa-ken, JP (2002 - 2007)
Kanagawa, JP (2003 - 2007)
Yokohama, JP (1990 - 2009)

Company Filing History:

134 out of 93,136

Canon Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

Years Active: 1984-2009

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Areas of Expertise:

Liquid Container

Sealing Jacket

Ink Jet Recording

Liquid Discharge Head

Manufacturing Method

Coating Tool

Ink Cartridge

Substrate

Liquid Ejecting

Recording Apparatus

Ink Tank

Bubble Formation

134 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7552837 - Liquid container sealing jacket, and method for unsealing liquid container fitted with liquid container jacket (2009-06-30),

2. 7303090 - Liquid container sealing jacket, and method for unsealing liquid container fitted with liquid container jacket (2007-12-04),

3. 7237881 - Liquid container, liquid supplying system, manufacturing method therefor, circuit board therefor and liquid containing cartridge (2007-07-03),

4. 7207159 - Liquid container sealing jacket, and method for unsealing liquid container fitted with liquid container jacket (2007-04-24),

5. 7125109 - Ink container and ink container holder (2006-10-24),

6. 6945724 - Coating tool and storage container (2005-09-20),

7. 6945635 - Liquid discharge method, liquid discharge head, liquid discharge apparatus, and method for manufacturing liquid discharge head (2005-09-20),

8. 6945428 - Liquid container and liquid container manufacturing method (2005-09-20),

9. 6869158 - Liquid container with identifying means and method for detecting state of mount of liquid container (2005-03-22),

10. 6854831 - Liquid discharge method, liquid discharge head, liquid discharge apparatus, and method for manufacturing liquid discharge head (2005-02-15),

11. 6833158 - Coating apparatus and coating method of liquid for protection of recorded product, and protection process of recorded product (2004-12-21),

12. 6783220 - Ink jet recording apparatus using recording unit with ink cartridge having ink inducing element (2004-08-31),

13. 6719416 - Ink container package (2004-04-13),

14. 6666606 - Coating tool and storage container (2003-12-23),

15. 6655542 - Ink tank (2003-12-02),

Title: Masanori Takenouchi - Pioneering Inventor from Yokohama

Introduction: Masanori Takenouchi is a renowned inventor hailing from Yokohama, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Masanori Takenouchi holds several patents in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy technologies, showcasing his versatility and forward-thinking approach to invention.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Takenouchi has worked with leading tech companies in Japan, spearheading research and development projects that have led to significant advancements in various industries.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Masanori Takenouchi has collaborated with top researchers, engineers, and scientists both locally and internationally, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge-sharing.

Conclusion: Masanori Takenouchi's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence have solidified his reputation as a trailblazer in the world of technology, inspiring the next generation of inventors to push the boundaries of what is possible.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.