Aichi, Japan

Nobuhiko Katou

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Hoshizaki Denki Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Nobuhiko Katou. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/nobuhiko-katou

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 1 

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 4(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2007

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Nobuhiko Katou: Innovator in Ice Making Technology

Introduction

Nobuhiko Katou is a notable inventor based in Aichi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of ice making technology. His innovative designs have led to the development of efficient and effective ice making machines.

Latest Patents

Nobuhiko Katou holds a patent for an ice making machine. This machine is composed of a water tank for storing ice making water, an upright ice making plate arranged above the water tank, and a water sprinkler located immediately above the ice making plate. The water sprinkler sprays ice making water supplied from the water tank onto the ice making plate, allowing the water to fall along the plate and freeze into ice cubes. The machine also includes a drainage mechanism for draining the ice making water, a water supply mechanism for supplying washing water into the water tank, and an electric controller for managing the operation of these mechanisms.

Career Highlights

Nobuhiko Katou is currently employed at Hoshizaki Denki Kabushiki Kaisha, a company known for its innovative kitchen equipment. His work has focused on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of ice making machines, contributing to the company's reputation in the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Nobuhiko has collaborated with talented coworkers such as Yoshio Furukawa and Tomoyuki Nishio. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and the development of new technologies.

Conclusion

Nobuhiko Katou's contributions to ice making technology exemplify his dedication to innovation. His patented designs and collaborative efforts continue to influence the industry positively.

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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