Kusatsu, Japan

Minoru Yonemura

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Matsushita Refrigeration Company. Active years: 1993.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Minoru Yonemura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/minoru-yonemura-7rx69qn7

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 8.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 71(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1993

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Minoru Yonemura: Innovator in Refrigeration Technology

Introduction

Minoru Yonemura is a notable inventor based in Kusatsu, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of refrigeration technology, particularly with his innovative designs that enhance the functionality of refrigerators. His work is characterized by a focus on practicality and user convenience.

Latest Patents

Yonemura holds a patent for a "Shelf apparatus for a refrigerator." This invention relates to a shelf apparatus that allows for the raising and lowering of food storage shelves in an analog manner. This design enables users to adjust the positions of the shelves according to the size of the food items stored inside the refrigerator. The mechanism involves racks on the left and right sides of the refrigerator's interior, with gears engaging these racks on the shelves, allowing for easy adjustment through rotation.

Career Highlights

Minoru Yonemura is associated with Matsushita Refrigeration Company, where he has applied his inventive skills to develop practical solutions for everyday refrigeration challenges. His work has been instrumental in improving the efficiency and usability of refrigerator designs.

Collaborations

Yonemura has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Takashi Aoki and Hiroji Ito. Their combined efforts have contributed to advancements in refrigeration technology and have fostered a collaborative environment for innovation.

Conclusion

Minoru Yonemura's contributions to refrigeration technology exemplify the impact of innovative thinking in everyday appliances. His patent for a shelf apparatus demonstrates a commitment to enhancing user experience and functionality in kitchen appliances.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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