Mitsuharu Yamagata

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 3 CIPO patents and 4 EPO patents. Top assignees: Nippon Steel Corporation, Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation, Sintokogio, Ltd.. Active years: 2010-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Mitsuharu Yamagata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/mitsuharu-yamagata

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 30(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Futtsu, JP (2010 - 2012)
Chiba, JP (2011 - 2020)
Kitakyushu, JP (2018 - 2022)
Tokyo, JP (2015 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

8 out of 3,713

Nippon Steel Corporation

patents

6 out of 1,102

Nippon Steel Sumitomo Metal Corporation

Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporatin

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2010-2024

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16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12024229 - Lateral surface member structure of vehicle body (2024-07-02),

2. 11407019 - Press forming method and tool for press forming (2022-08-09),

3. 11131612 - Method for estimating hardness of cold worked component and method for acquiring hardness-equivalent plastic strain curve of steel material (2021-09-28),

4. 10857582 - Method of manufacturing tooth-shaped component, and tooth-shaped component (2020-12-08),

5. 10675673 - Method of manufacturing mechanical part and mechanical part (2020-06-09),

6. 10376941 - Press forming method and tool for press forming (2019-08-13),

7. 10029296 - Forming die, and undercut forming method (2018-07-24),

8. 9707617 - Press-forming method (2017-07-18),

9. 9505047 - Press-forming method (2016-11-29),

10. 9468971 - Press forming method (2016-10-18),

11. 9452461 - Press forming method (2016-09-27),

12. 9421597 - Press-work method and bottomed container (2016-08-23),

13. 8965554 - Press-forming device, press-forming method, computer program/software arrangement and storage medium (2015-02-24),

14. 8304141 - Stainless steel, titanium, or titanium alloy solid polymer fuel cell separator and its method of production and method of evaluation of warp and twist of separator (2012-11-06),

15. 8020418 - Press-forming device, press-forming method, computer program/software arrangement and storage medium (2011-09-20),

Title: Innovations of Mitsuharu Yamagata

Introduction

Mitsuharu Yamagata is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of vehicle body structures and press forming methods. With a total of 16 patents to his name, Yamagata's work has had a considerable impact on automotive engineering.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is the "Lateral surface member structure of vehicle body." This invention includes a tubular body that extends in the front-rear direction of the vehicle and features an impact absorbing member inside. The impact absorbing member consists of a web that extends along the front-rear direction and is flat in the vehicle width direction. Additionally, it includes a vehicle outer flange and a vehicle inner flange, each equipped with ribs that sandwich the web from above and below. Another notable patent is the "Press forming method and tool for press forming." This method involves obtaining a pressing force applied to each portion of a tool during press forming while independently driving the respective portions of the tool. It also includes adjusting the applied driving force, speed, and timing to optimize the processing of the workpiece material.

Career Highlights

Mitsuharu Yamagata has worked with notable companies such as Nippon Steel Corporation and Nippon Steel & Sumitomo Metal Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop innovative solutions in the field of materials and manufacturing processes.

Collaborations

Yamagata has collaborated with several professionals in his field, including Shuji Yamamoto and Yasuhiro Wada. These collaborations have contributed to the advancement of his inventions and the overall progress in automotive technology.

Conclusion

Mitsuharu Yamagata's contributions to vehicle body structures and press forming methods highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to engineering. His patents reflect a commitment to improving safety and efficiency in automotive design.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.