Mikiharu Kuwahara

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Denso Corporation, Denso International America, Inc.. Active years: 2003-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Mikiharu Kuwahara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/mikiharu-kuwahara

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 8

% Patents Active = 75.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 35(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kariya, JP (2003 - 2020)
Southfield, MI (US) (2020)

Company Filing History:

Denso International America, Inc.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2003-2025

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8 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12215900 - Refrigeration cycle device (2025-02-04),

2. 10752087 - Vehicle refrigeration system including cabin and outdoor condenser circuits with a holding reservoir and a bypass controlled outside subcool heat exchanger for heating output control of condensers (2020-08-25),

3. 10538138 - Air conditioning device for vehicle (2020-01-21),

4. 10493818 - Refrigeration cycle device (2019-12-03),

5. 9494355 - Refrigerant cycle device (2016-11-15),

6. 8984903 - Refrigerant cycle device (2015-03-24),

7. 6871508 - Air conditioner with reduced number of piping accessories (2005-03-29),

8. 6516628 - Refrigerant cycle system with hot-gas bypass structure (2003-02-11),

Title: Mikiharu Kuwahara: Innovator in Refrigeration Technology

Introduction

Mikiharu Kuwahara is a prominent inventor based in Kariya, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of refrigeration technology, holding a total of 8 patents. His innovative designs have advanced the efficiency and functionality of refrigeration systems.

Latest Patents

Kuwahara's latest patents include a refrigeration cycle device that features a compressor, upstream branch portion, heating portion, decompression portion, bypass passage, bypass flow adjustment portion, and mixing portion. This device is designed to optimize the mixing of refrigerants to ensure efficient operation. Another notable patent is a vehicle refrigeration system that includes cabin and outdoor condenser circuits, a holding reservoir, and a bypass-controlled outside subcool heat exchanger. This system enhances heating output control of condensers, improving the overall performance of vehicle climate control systems.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Mikiharu Kuwahara has worked with esteemed companies such as Denso Corporation and Denso International America, Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in refrigeration technology.

Collaborations

Kuwahara has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Atsushi Inaba and Satoshi Itoh. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of advanced refrigeration solutions.

Conclusion

Mikiharu Kuwahara's contributions to refrigeration technology have established him as a key figure in the industry. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to enhancing the efficiency of refrigeration 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]