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Ishioka, Japan

Masataka Kawauchi

This inventor holds 32 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Financial Transaction Systems. Top assignees: Hitachi, Ltd., Hitachi Koki Co., Ltd., Hitachi Koki. Active years: 1984-1997.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masataka Kawauchi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masataka-kawauchi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 32

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 15

Forward Citations = 924(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Nishinomiya, JP (1995 - 1996)
  • Ishioka, JP (1984 - 1997)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal32 out of 42,726 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 1,267 
 
Hitachi Koki Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 3 
 
Hitachi Koki
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1984-1997

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Areas of Expertise:
Cash Transaction Machine
Stereoscopic Image Processing
Financial Institution System
Sheet Feeding Device
Transaction Recording
Medium Transferring System
Surface Cleaning Device
Optical Detection Device
Automatic Bill Transaction
Thermal Transfer Recording
Sheet Registration Method
Transacting Device
32 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5626821 - Cash transaction machine (1997-05-06),
2. 5563394 - Cash transaction machine and method (1996-10-08),
3. 5548316 - Stereoscopic image processing system (1996-08-20),
4. 5536002 - Financial institution system, method of controlling financial (1996-07-16),
5. 5504313 - Cash transaction machine and method (1996-04-02),
6. 5428342 - Analyzing system for operating condition of electrical apparatus (1995-06-27),
7. 5374814 - Cash transaction machine and method with money disinfection (1994-12-20),
8. 5271615 - Sheet feeding device and method for feeding thin sheets with no buckling (1993-12-21),
9. 5214622 - Information display apparatus (1993-05-25),
10. 5167300 - Financial institution system and apparatus for conveying valuable paper (1992-12-01),
11. 5158274 - Group supervisory system for moving sheets between multiple automatons (1992-10-27),
12. 5152516 - Surface cleaning device, optical detection device, and paper sheet (1992-10-06),
13. 5152513 - Sheet reversing apparatus for individual sheet feeding (1992-10-06),
14. 5152512 - Sheet receiving apparatus, sheet delivery apparatus and automatic (1992-10-06),
15. 5120945 - Transaction recording system and method (1992-06-09),

Title: **Masataka Kawauchi: Innovator in Cash Transaction Technology**

Introduction

Masataka Kawauchi, an esteemed inventor based in Ishioka, Japan, holds an impressive portfolio of 32 patents. His contributions to the field of cash transaction technology have transformed the way cash handling is approached, incorporating advancements in both efficiency and sanitation.

Latest Patents

Kawauchi's latest innovations focus on cash transaction machines designed to enhance safety and functionality. One notable patent describes a cash transaction machine that performs receiving and/or paying transactions of bills through user interaction. This machine transfers bills between a receptacle for payment and a storage unit, using a specialized sterilizing unit to heat-sterilize bills during transfer. Another significant patent outlines methods for receiving and dispensing money, emphasizing user manipulation with features such as a bill receptacle, dispense port, and disinfection unit. The disinfection takes place using a heated roller, ultraviolet irradiation, or disinfecting liquid application, ensuring that bills are sanitized before they enter or exit the machine.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kawauchi has made significant contributions while working with prominent companies such as Hitachi, Ltd. and Hitachi Koki Co., Ltd. His work at these institutions has further solidified his status as a key innovator in cash transaction technology.

Collaborations

Kawauchi has collaborated with talented individuals, including Yasunori Hamada and Tsuyoshi Ogasawara. These partnerships have allowed him to blend insights and expertise, driving his research and development efforts forward.

Conclusion

Masataka Kawauchi's dedication to innovation in cash transaction technology, exemplified by his numerous patents and collaborations, has greatly impacted the industry. His work not only enhances efficiency but also prioritizes hygiene in financial transactions, setting a standard for future developments.

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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