Nobuo Kanda

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Heat-Sensitive Materials. Top assignees: Kanzaki Paper Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Kanzaki Paper Manufacturing Limited, Other. Active years: 1985-1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Nobuo Kanda. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/nobuo-kanda

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 81(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Osaka, JP (1985 - 1988)
Jyokoji, Amagasaki, Hyogo, JP (1988)
Hirakata, JP (1986 - 1990)
Neyagawa, JP (1991 - 1994)

Company Filing History:

15 out of 195

Kanzaki Paper Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

patents

1 out of 1

Kanzaki Paper Manufacturing Limited

patent

1 out of 834,570

Other

patents

Years Active: 1985-1994

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Areas of Expertise:

Heat-Sensitive Recording

Chromogenic Compounds

Phthalide Derivatives

Diphenylalkene

Recording Systems

Pressure Sensitive Sheets

Fluoran Derivatives

Recording Materials

17 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 5296440 - Heat-sensitive recording medium (1994-03-22),

2. 5110786 - Heat-sensitive recording material (1992-05-05),

3. 5017545 - Heat sensitive recording material (1991-05-21),

4. 4898941 - Process for preparing diphenylalkene derivatives (1990-02-06),

5. 4803193 - Heat-sensitive recording material using chromeno compound (1989-02-07),

6. 4794101 - Heat-sensitive recording material (1988-12-27),

7. 4770973 - Heat-sensitive diazo recording material with diphenyl alkene coupler (1988-09-13),

8. 4761396 - Heat-sensitive recording material (1988-08-02),

9. 4748148 - Recording system utilizing phthalide derivatives as colorless (1988-05-31),

10. 4731353 - Heat-sensitive recording material (1988-03-15),

11. 4730057 - Phthalide derivatives useful as colorless chromogenic material (1988-03-08),

12. 4704379 - Pressure sensitive manifold sheet (1987-11-03),

13. 4658276 - Phthalide derivatives and recording system utilizing the same (1987-04-14),

14. 4641160 - Recording system utilizing phthalide derivatives as colorless (1987-02-03),

15. 4580153 - Record material (1986-04-01),

Title: **Nobuo Kanda: Innovator in Heat-Sensitive Recording Materials**

Introduction

Nobuo Kanda is a prominent inventor based in Hirakata, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of heat-sensitive recording materials. With a total of 17 patents to his name, Kanda has made remarkable advancements that enhance the stability and efficiency of recording technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a heat-sensitive recording medium that features a unique composition. This recording material includes a recording layer formed on a base sheet, which consists of a colorless or pale-colored basic chromogenic material and a color-developing material. The invention ensures that both the brightness of the background area and the optical density of the recorded images are maintained under high-temperature conditions, showcasing Kanda's commitment to improving recording technology.

Career Highlights

Kanda has worked with notable companies such as Kanzaki Paper Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and Kanzaki Paper Manufacturing Limited, where he has applied his expertise in developing innovative recording materials. His work has significantly impacted the industry, leading to advancements that benefit various applications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kanda has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Mitsuru Kondo and Haruo Omura. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies in the field of heat-sensitive materials.

Conclusion

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]