Shimane, Japan

Minoru Kobayashi

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Hoshizaki Denki Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2000.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Minoru Kobayashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/minoru-kobayashi-1bpq1o5j

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 9.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2000

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Minoru Kobayashi: Innovator in Ice Making Technology

Introduction

Minoru Kobayashi is a notable inventor based in Shimane, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of ice making technology. His innovative designs have improved the efficiency and functionality of ice making machines.

Latest Patents

Kobayashi holds a patent for a "Shovel keeping mechanism in ice making machine with ice storage bin." This invention features a shovel keeping mechanism that is integrated into an ice making machine. The mechanism includes a pair of parallel support rail portions located at the bottom of the ice making mechanism, which extends in the fore-and-aft direction of the ice storage bin. This design allows for the retention of an ice shovel, ensuring it is securely held in place while facilitating the storage of ice cubes.

Career Highlights

Minoru Kobayashi is associated with Hoshizaki Denki Kabushiki Kaisha, a company renowned for its advancements in food service equipment. His work at Hoshizaki has allowed him to focus on innovative solutions that enhance the performance of ice making machines.

Collaborations

Kobayashi has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Sumio Inoue and Shigeo Matsubayashi. Their teamwork has contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies in the ice making industry.

Conclusion

Minoru Kobayashi's contributions to ice making technology exemplify his innovative spirit and dedication to improving industry standards. His patent for the shovel keeping mechanism showcases his ability to solve practical problems in ice production.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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