Masaru Iwao

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 3 EPO patents. Top assignees: Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd., Nichia Corporation, Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2008-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 9

% Patents Active = 88.9

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.7

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 36(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

8 out of 606

Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd.

Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2008-2026

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9 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12675180 - Top panel for tactile sense presentation device, tactile sense presentation device, and method for manufacturing top panel for tactile sense presentation device (2026-07-07),

2. 10800699 - Glass for radiation detection (2020-10-13),

3. 10047285 - Wavelength conversion member and light emitting device using same (2018-08-14),

4. 8425802 - Illuminating device and phosphor composite material (2013-04-23),

5. 8206613 - Phosphor composite material and phosphor composite member (2012-06-26),

6. 8173043 - Process for producing fluorescent substance composite glass and fluorescent substance composite glass green sheet (2012-05-08),

7. 7811471 - Wavelength-converting member (2010-10-12),

8. 7751661 - Optical component and light emitting device using the same (2010-07-06),

9. 7374350 - Optical component (2008-05-20),

Title: Innovations of Masaru Iwao

Introduction

Masaru Iwao is a prominent inventor based in Otsu, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of advanced glass and wavelength conversion technologies. With a total of 9 patents to his name, Iwao's work has had a considerable impact on various industries.

Latest Patents

One of Iwao's latest patents is a glass for radiation detection. This innovative glass boasts high fluorescence detection sensitivity and exceptional weather resistance. The composition includes, in mol %, 0.1 to 30% of SiO+BO, 0 to 20% of SiO, 0 to 10% of BO, 40 to 70% of PO, 10 to 30% of AlO, 10 to 30% of NaO, and 0.01 to 2% of AgO. Another notable patent is for a wavelength conversion member and light-emitting device using the same. This member is designed to minimize the decrease in luminescence intensity over time and prevent the melting of component materials when exposed to high-power LED or LD light. It features a laminate structure that includes a phosphor layer and light-transmissive heat dissipation layers with higher thermal conductivity than the phosphor layer.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Masaru Iwao has worked with esteemed companies such as Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd. and Nichia Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in glass technology and light-emitting devices.

Collaborations

Iwao has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Yoshio Umayahara and Shunsuke Fujita. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his innovative projects and patents.

Conclusion

Masaru Iwao's contributions to the field of materials science through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor. His work continues to influence advancements in radiation detection and light-emitting technologies.