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Kanagawa, Japan

Naoki Hara

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 4 EPO patents. Top assignee: Nissan Motor Company Limited. Active years: 2005-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Naoki Hara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/naoki-hara

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 25.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.7

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 39(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kanagawa, JP (2005)
  • Yokosuka, JP (2006)
  • Kanagawa-ken, JP (2005 - 2012)
  • Yokohama, JP (2008 - 2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 13,420 
 
Nissan Motor Company Limited
 patents

Years Active: 2005-2012

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8323845 - Solid oxide electrolyte fuel cell plate structure, stack and electrical power generation unit (2012-12-04),
2. 8288052 - Fuel cell (2012-10-16),
3. 7790328 - Single cell for fuel cell and solid oxide fuel cell (2010-09-07),
4. 7354676 - Cell body for fuel cell and method of manufacturing the same (2008-04-08),
5. 7326484 - Solid oxide fuel cell (2008-02-05),
6. 7157169 - Fuel cell (2007-01-02),
7. 7122268 - Solid oxide electrolyte fuel cell plate structure, stack and electrical power generation unit (2006-10-17),
8. 7122265 - Single cell for fuel cell and solid oxide fuel cell (2006-10-17),
9. 7108932 - Fuel cell system (2006-09-19),
10. 7074513 - Unit cell for solid electrolyte type fuel cell and related manufacturing method (2006-07-11),
11. 7045243 - Cell plate structure for fuel cell, manufacturing method thereof and solid electrolyte type fuel cell (2006-05-16),
12. 6969565 - Solid oxide fuel cell stack and method of manufacturing the same (2005-11-29),
13. 6926852 - Cell plate structure for solid electrolyte fuel cell, solid electrolyte fuel cell and related manufacturing method (2005-08-09),
14. 6896989 - Solid electrolyte fuel cell and related manufacturing method (2005-05-24),
15. 6893760 - Solid oxide fuel cell (2005-05-17),

Title: Naoki Hara: Innovator in Fuel Cell Technology

Introduction

Naoki Hara is a prominent inventor based in Kanagawa-ken, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of fuel cell technology, holding a total of 16 patents. His innovative work focuses on solid oxide electrolyte fuel cells, which are crucial for advancing clean energy solutions.

Latest Patents

Hara's latest patents include a solid oxide electrolyte fuel cell plate structure and a fuel cell design. The solid electrolyte fuel cell plate structure features a cell element layer composed of a solid electrolyte, an air electrode layer, and a fuel electrode layer. This design incorporates a porous base body that supports the cell element layer and a gas-impermeable member with electric conductivity. The arrangement allows for efficient gas separation and flow, enhancing the performance of solid electrolyte fuel cell stacks. Additionally, his fuel cell invention includes hollow structural bodies designed for reacting fuel and oxidant gases, optimizing the flow of reactant gases for improved energy generation.

Career Highlights

Naoki Hara is currently employed at Nissan Motor Company Limited, where he continues to develop innovative technologies in the automotive sector. His work is instrumental in promoting sustainable energy solutions through advanced fuel cell systems.

Collaborations

Hara collaborates with notable colleagues such as Makoto Uchiyama and Keiko Kushibiki, contributing to a dynamic team focused on innovation in fuel cell technology.

Conclusion

Naoki Hara's contributions to fuel cell technology exemplify his commitment to innovation and sustainability. His patents and ongoing work at Nissan Motor Company Limited position him as a key figure in the advancement of clean energy solutions.

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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