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Kawasaki, Japan

Munetsugu Matsuo

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Nippon Steel Corporation. Active years: 1978-1998.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Munetsugu Matsuo. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/munetsugu-matsuo

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 119(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kawasaki, JA (1978)
  • Kawasakishi, JP (1981 - 1983)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1982 - 1998)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 3,713 
 
Nippon Steel Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1978-1998

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5846351 - TiAl-based intermetallic compound alloys and processes for preparing the (1998-12-08),
2. 5648045 - TiAl-based intermetallic compound alloys and processes for preparing the (1997-07-15),
3. 5518690 - Tial-based intermetallic compound alloys and processes for preparing the (1996-05-21),
4. 5370839 - Tial-based intermetallic compound alloys having superplasticity (1994-12-06),
5. 5348702 - Process for producing .gamma. and .beta. dual phase TiAl based (1994-09-20),
6. 5256202 - Ti-A1 intermetallic compound sheet and method of producing same (1993-10-26),
7. 5232661 - .gamma. and .beta. dual phase TiAl based intermetallic compound alloy (1993-08-03),
8. 4563226 - Process for producing a grain-oriented electrical steel sheet (1986-01-07),
9. 4408561 - Dual-purpose plant for producing cold rolled steel sheet and hot-dip (1983-10-11),
10. 4376661 - Method of producing dual phase structure cold rolled steel sheet (1983-03-15),
11. 4374682 - Process for producing deep-drawing cold rolled steel strips by (1983-02-22),
12. 4315783 - Method of producing non-ageing cold rolled steel strip with excellent (1982-02-16),
13. 4296919 - Apparatus for continuously producing a high strength dual-phase steel (1981-10-27),
14. 4070208 - Method for the manufacture of a ridging-free ferritic stainless steel (1978-01-24),

Title: Munetsugu Matsuo: Innovator in TiAl-based Intermetallic Compound Alloys

Introduction

Munetsugu Matsuo is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of TiAl-based intermetallic compound alloys. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Matsuo's work has had a substantial impact on various industrial applications.

Latest Patents

Matsuo's latest patents focus on TiAl-based intermetallic compound alloys and the processes for preparing these materials. His innovations include alloys that contain chromium and consist of a dual-phase microstructure of .gamma. and .beta. phases. The .beta. phase precipitates at .gamma. grain boundaries, with a volume fraction ranging from 2% to 25%. The process for preparing these alloys involves several steps: preparing a molten TiAl-based intermetallic compound alloy of a desired composition, solidifying the molten alloy, homogenizing the solidified alloy through heat treatment, and thermomechanically working the homogenized alloy.

Career Highlights

Matsuo is currently associated with Nippon Steel Corporation, where he continues to advance his research and development efforts. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the performance and applications of intermetallic compounds in various industries.

Collaborations

Matsuo has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Naoya Masahashi and Youji Mizuhara. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of innovative materials and processes.

Conclusion

Munetsugu Matsuo's contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in TiAl-based intermetallic compound alloys, highlight his role as a leading inventor. His ongoing research and collaborations promise to further advance the capabilities of these materials in industrial applications.

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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