Tokyo, Japan

Munehisa Horiguchi

This inventor holds 25 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 14 EPO patents, primarily in Fuel Cell Technology. Top assignees: Kabushikikaisha Equos Research, Equos Research Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1995-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Munehisa Horiguchi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/munehisa-horiguchi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 25 

% Patents Active = 48.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 279(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Chiryu, JP (1995)
  • Hokkaido, JP (2001 - 2006)
  • Aichi, JP (2003 - 2011)
  • Toyota, JP (2013)
  • Tokyo, JP (2005 - 2020)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1995-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Fuel Cell
Fuel Cell System
Fuel Cell Stack
Separator
Camber Angle
Vehicle Control Device
Dynamic Balancing
Wheel Control Device
Occupant Riding Portion
Electrolyte Membrane
25 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Munehisa Horiguchi - A Pioneer in Vehicle Technology

Introduction

Munehisa Horiguchi is an esteemed inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, with a remarkable portfolio of 25 patents to his name. His innovations primarily focus on advanced vehicle designs, showcasing his commitment to enhancing transportation technology.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Horiguchi has developed a vehicle that features a body rotatable about a roll axis, supported by a unique operational input unit that allows input for turning direction. This vehicle also includes a lean angle changing unit, which alters the lean angle in the vehicle width direction, distinct from the roll axis, improving the overall handling and stability of the vehicle. Another innovation includes a vehicle body with three or more wheels, where a steered wheel controller manages the steering angle based on the vehicle's speed and operator input, enabling safer and more efficient travel modes.

Career Highlights

Munehisa Horiguchi has worked with notable companies such as Kabushikikaisha Equos Research and Equos Research Co., Ltd. His work in these organizations has contributed significantly to the evolution of vehicle technologies, solidifying his reputation as a forward-thinking inventor in this field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Horiguchi has collaborated with skilled professionals, including Akira Mizuno and Nobuaki Miki. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking ideas and successful innovations in vehicular design.

Conclusion

Munehisa Horiguchi continues to be an influential figure in the field of vehicle technology. With his extensive experience and innovative mindset, he is poised to shape the future of transportation with his exceptional contributions to patentable vehicle designs.

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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