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Nagoya, Japan

Motohito Hino

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Brother Kogyo Kabushiki-Kaisha. Active years: 1989-2004.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Motohito Hino. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/motohito-hino

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 12

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 136(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 17,916 
 
Brother Kogyo Kabushiki-Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1989-2004

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6824255 - Ink jet recording device (2004-11-30),
2. 6616265 - Suction cap for ink-jet recording apparatus (2003-09-09),
3. 6561637 - Ink jet head having buffer tank in fluid communication with ink circulation pathway (2003-05-13),
4. 6305784 - Recorder and method of making same (2001-10-23),
5. 6217164 - Ink jet recorder (2001-04-17),
6. 6206507 - Printer (2001-03-27),
7. 5924804 - Information recording head (1999-07-20),
8. 5678936 - Printer with head gap adjusting mechanism (1997-10-21),
9. 5051575 - Optical surface roughness measuring apparatus using double-focus lens (1991-09-24),
10. 4905311 - Optical surface roughness measuring apparatus with polarization detection (1990-02-27),
11. 4882479 - Optical rotary encoder using dual frequency beat difference (1989-11-21),
12. 4852106 - Optical system for producing controlled beat frequency (1989-07-25),

Title: Motohito Hino: Innovator in Ink Jet Technology

Introduction

Motohito Hino is a prominent inventor based in Nagoya, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of ink jet technology, holding a total of 12 patents. His innovative designs have advanced the functionality and efficiency of ink jet recording devices.

Latest Patents

One of Hino's latest patents is an ink jet recording device that includes a head unit and a support member. The head unit features a head member that ejects ink in a predetermined direction, along with a head-unit-side connection member that has a first channel for supplying ink. The support member is designed to detachably support the head unit and includes a support-member-side connection member with a second channel. This design ensures that both connection members are fluidly connected while maintaining a substantial linear relationship at an angle. Another notable patent is a suction cap for ink-jet recording apparatuses. This invention includes a cap member with a recess and a suction opening, along with a capillary force generating member. The suction cap is designed to prevent ink retention, allowing for efficient recovery operations during ink ejection.

Career Highlights

Motohito Hino has dedicated his career to developing innovative solutions in the ink jet technology sector. His work at Brother Kogyo Kabushiki-kaisha has positioned him as a key player in the industry. Hino's patents reflect his commitment to enhancing the performance and reliability of ink jet devices.

Collaborations

Hino has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Yoshinori Bessho and Michio Kondo. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various ink jet technologies.

Conclusion

Motohito Hino's contributions to ink jet technology through his patents and collaborations have significantly impacted the industry. His innovative spirit continues to drive advancements in this field.

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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