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Wako, Japan

Nobuaki Takaoka

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1999-2002.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Nobuaki Takaoka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/nobuaki-takaoka

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 5

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 39(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Wako, JP (1999 - 2002)
  • Saitama, JP (2002)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal5 out of 10,092 
 
Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1999-2002

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6474147 - Exhaust-gas purification device for internal combustion engine (2002-11-05),
2. 6393834 - Exhaust purifying apparatus for internal combustion engine (2002-05-28),
3. 6338243 - Exhaust emission control system for internal combustion engine (2002-01-15),
4. 6128899 - Exhaust gas purification system for internal combustion engine (2000-10-10),
5. 5956948 - Exhaust gas-purifying system for internal combustion engines (1999-09-28),

Title: Innovations by Nobuaki Takaoka

Introduction

Nobuaki Takaoka is a notable inventor based in Wako, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of exhaust-gas purification for internal combustion engines. With a total of 5 patents to his name, Takaoka's work focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of emission control technologies.

Latest Patents

Takaoka's latest patents include an exhaust-gas purification device for internal combustion engines. This invention features a proportional oxygen sensor, a three-way catalyst, a binary O sensor, and a NOx purification device arranged in a specific order within the exhaust system. A correction coefficient, KMON, is utilized to adjust the timer value based on the deterioration of the three-way catalyst. This allows for the detection of any degradation in the NOx purification device. Another significant patent is the exhaust purifying apparatus for internal combustion engines. This apparatus aims to prevent operational degradation and fuel consumption issues when raising the temperature of a catalyst-poisoned NOx absorbent. It includes an air-fuel ratio controlling device, a fuel feeder, and a temperature-raising device to restore the nitrogen oxide absorbing capability of the absorbent.

Career Highlights

Nobuaki Takaoka is currently employed at Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading automotive manufacturer. His work at Honda has allowed him to apply his innovative ideas in a practical setting, contributing to advancements in automotive technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Takaoka has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Hiroshi Oono and Toshikatsu Takanohashi. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Nobuaki Takaoka's contributions to the field of exhaust-gas purification demonstrate his commitment to innovation and environmental sustainability. His patents reflect a deep understanding of internal combustion engine technology and a dedication to improving air quality.

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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