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Kyoto, Japan

Minoru Hirai

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Rohm Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1993-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Minoru Hirai. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/minoru-hirai

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 299(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 6,021 
 
Rohm Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1993-2003

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6607135 - Module for IC card, IC card, and method for manufacturing module for IC card (2003-08-19),
2. 6308894 - IC module, method of manufacturing the same and IC card provided with IC module (2001-10-30),
3. 6207473 - Process for manufacturing semiconductor wafer, process for manufacturing semiconductor chip, and IC card (2001-03-27),
4. 6160526 - IC module and IC card (2000-12-12),
5. 5440304 - Integrated circuit having a shift stage count changing function (1995-08-08),
6. 5404239 - Liquid crystal display with flexible circuit holding driver circuit (1995-04-04),
7. 5381316 - Electronic part assembly using a shape memory alloy element (1995-01-10),
8. 5375003 - Method of connecting a tab film and a liquid crystal display panel (1994-12-20),
9. 5331513 - Method of mounting electronic part on circuit substrate and circuit (1994-07-19),
10. 5311341 - Connection structure between a tab film and a liquid crystal panel (1994-05-10),
11. 5233134 - Mounting arrangement for a semiconductor device (1993-08-03),
12. 5210938 - Method of assembling an electronic part device (1993-05-18),
13. 5193022 - Plane-type display apparatus (1993-03-09),

Title: Minoru Hirai: Innovator in IC Card Technology

Introduction

Minoru Hirai is a prominent inventor based in Kyoto, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of integrated circuit (IC) card technology. With a total of 13 patents to his name, Hirai's work has advanced the functionality and manufacturing processes of IC cards.

Latest Patents

Hirai's latest patents include innovative designs and methods for IC card modules. One notable patent describes an IC-card module that incorporates a substrate, an IC chip, and a protective member. This design features a clearance between the protective member and the IC chip to prevent direct contact, enhancing the durability of the card. Another patent outlines a method for manufacturing an IC module that utilizes a resin packaging process, ensuring effective protection for both the IC chip and an antenna coil.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Minoru Hirai has worked with notable companies such as Rohm Co., Ltd. and Rohm & Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in IC technology and contribute to various advancements in the field.

Collaborations

Hirai has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Shigeyuki Ueda and Osamu Miyata. These partnerships have fostered innovation and have been instrumental in the development of his patented technologies.

Conclusion

Minoru Hirai's contributions to IC card technology demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the complexities involved in IC card design and manufacturing.

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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