Minoru Honjo

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 (Patent Applications = 4)

CIPO Patents = 9

EPO Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 10)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kurashiki, JP (2013 - 2017)
Tokyo, JP (2010 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

13 out of 1,792

Jfe Steel Corporation

patents

2 out of 528

Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd.

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2010-2025

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15 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12221660 - Method for producing rail (2025-02-11),

2. 12186822 - Method for manufacturing rail, and rail (2025-01-07),

3. 11566307 - Rail (2023-01-31),

4. 11401591 - Method for selecting rail steel and wheel steel (2022-08-02),

5. 11111555 - Method for producing rail (2021-09-07),

6. 10041160 - Steel for spring, and method for producing spring (2018-08-07),

7. 9732395 - Ingot for bearing and production process (2017-08-15),

8. 9618070 - Spring steel and method for manufacturing the same (2017-04-11),

9. 9139887 - Bearing steel and ingot material for bearing having excellent rolling contact fatigue life characteristics and method for manufacturing the same (2015-09-22),

10. 8608874 - Spring steel and method for manufacturing the same (2013-12-17),

11. 8404178 - High-strength pearlitic steel rail having excellent delayed fracture properties (2013-03-26),

12. 8361382 - High-strength pearlitic steel rail having excellent delayed fracture properties (2013-01-29),

13. 7955445 - Internal high hardness type pearlitic rail with excellent wear resistance and rolling contact fatigue resistance and method for producing same (2011-06-07),

14. 7793769 - Automatic vending machine (2010-09-14),

15. 7661520 - Method of determining completion of coin insertion and coin recovering device for automatic vending machine (2010-02-16),

Title: Minoru Honjo: Innovator in Rail Production Technology

Introduction

Minoru Honjo is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, known for his significant contributions to rail production technology. With a total of 15 patents to his name, Honjo has developed innovative methods that enhance the manufacturing processes of rails, ensuring improved quality and efficiency.

Latest Patents

Honjo's latest patents include a method for producing rails that suppresses the sweep in the height direction before straightening. This method involves hot rolling a bloom with a specific chemical composition and subjecting it to accelerated cooling under precise temperature conditions. Another notable patent focuses on the welding conditions for flash-butt welding, ensuring stable welds with optimal hardness and deflection characteristics. These advancements reflect Honjo's commitment to improving rail manufacturing standards.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Honjo has worked with esteemed companies such as JFE Steel Corporation and Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in rail production and contribute to the development of innovative technologies.

Collaborations

Honjo has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Tatsumi Kimura and Kazukuni Hase. Their joint efforts have further propelled advancements in rail technology and manufacturing processes.

Conclusion

Minoru Honjo's contributions to rail production technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence the industry, ensuring the development of high-quality rail products.

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