Kyoto, Japan

Masato Kikukawa

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Fukuda Metal Foil & Powder Co., Ltd., Daihen Corporation. Active years: 2002-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masato Kikukawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masato-kikukawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 4 

% Patents Active = 75.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.4

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 15(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Otsu, JP (2002)
  • Shiga, JP (2003)
  • Kyoto, JP (2021)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2002-2021

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Masato Kikukawa: Innovator in Additive Manufacturing

Introduction

Masato Kikukawa is a prominent inventor based in Kyoto, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of additive manufacturing, particularly through his innovative work on metal powders.

Latest Patents

Kikukawa holds four patents, with his latest focusing on a metal powder designed for additive manufacturing. This metal powder includes not less than 0.2 mass % and not more than 1.3 mass % of aluminum, with the balance consisting of copper and incidental impurities. His work in this area has the potential to enhance the quality and efficiency of additively-manufactured articles.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kikukawa has worked with notable companies such as Fukuda Metal Foil & Powder Co., Ltd. and Daihen Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in metal powders and additive manufacturing techniques.

Collaborations

Kikukawa has collaborated with talented individuals in his field, including Osamu Iwatsu and Ryusuke Tsubota. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his innovative projects.

Conclusion

Masato Kikukawa's work in the realm of additive manufacturing and metal powders showcases his dedication to innovation. His patents and collaborations reflect his significant impact on the industry.

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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