This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications. Top assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Naoki Yomoda: Innovator in Vehicle Technology
Introduction
Naoki Yomoda is an inventor based in Toyota-shi, Japan. He is known for his contributions to vehicle technology, particularly in the area of software management for vehicles. Although he currently holds no granted patents, his innovative ideas are reflected in his latest patent applications.
Latest Patent Applications
One of Yomoda's notable patent applications is for a VEHICLE DEVICE. This device features an OTA (Over-The-Air) master that is mounted on the vehicle and is designed to manage the updating of the vehicle's software. The OTA master assesses whether user consent is necessary based on the type of software being updated. If user consent is required, the OTA master prompts the user to decide whether to proceed with the software update process.
Another significant application is for an INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE AND STORAGE MEDIUM. In this application, the OTA master downloads data from the OTA server through an off-vehicle network. The processing circuit within the OTA master evaluates the communication speed during data downloads via the external network. If the processing circuit determines that the communication speed is below a predetermined threshold, it suggests to the user a change to a communication plan that would enable a higher communication speed.
Conclusion
Naoki Yomoda is an inventive mind focused on enhancing vehicle technology through innovative software management solutions. His latest patent applications demonstrate his commitment to improving user experience and communication efficiency in vehicles.