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Toride, Japan

Noriaki Kobayashi

USPTO Granted Patents = 11 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.4

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Toride, JP (2020 - 2021)
  • Ibaraki, JP (2022 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 90,594 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2020-2025

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11 patents (USPTO):
1. 12422761 - Fixing member (2025-09-23),
2. 12346046 - Fixing film (2025-07-01),
3. 12235602 - Fixing belt and heat fixing device (2025-02-25),
4. 12061430 - Fixing belt and heat fixing device (2024-08-13),
5. 11934128 - Fixing belt having increased surface roughness (2024-03-19),
6. 11624994 - Fixing belt and fixing apparatus (2023-04-11),
7. 11487227 - Intermediate transfer member and image forming apparatus (2022-11-01),
8. 11429046 - Fixing belt and method of manufacturing the fixing belt (2022-08-30),
9. 11137707 - Fixing apparatus with pressing member having connected pores in elastic layer (2021-10-05),
10. 10890869 - Fixing member, heat fixing apparatus, and image forming apparatus (2021-01-12),
11. 10859955 - Image heating member having a parting layer formed of a fluorine-containing resin tube, image heating apparatus and manufacturing method of the image heating member (2020-12-08),

Title: Noriaki Kobayashi: Innovator in Fixing Technologies

Introduction

Noriaki Kobayashi is a prominent inventor based in Toride, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of fixing technologies, holding a total of 11 patents. His work is characterized by innovative designs and materials that enhance the functionality and efficiency of fixing members and films.

Latest Patents

Kobayashi's latest patents include a "Fixing Member" and a "Fixing Film." The fixing member features a slide layer with a cylindrical shape, measuring between 8 micrometers (μm) and 20 μm in thickness. This layer exhibits a Benard convection cell structure with an average diameter ranging from 50 μm to 200 μm. Additionally, it incorporates an additive with a median particle diameter D50 of 4.5 μm or less and an aspect ratio between 30 and 50. The fixing film consists of a cylindrical base layer, an elastic layer on its outer surface, and a separation layer made of fluororesin. The degree of orientation of the fluororesin in the separation layer is between 40% and 59%.

Career Highlights

Noriaki Kobayashi is currently employed at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and printing technologies. His role involves developing advanced fixing technologies that are crucial for the performance of imaging devices.

Collaborations

Kobayashi has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Hiroki Muramatsu and Akeshi Asaka. Their teamwork has contributed to the successful development of innovative solutions in the field.

Conclusion

Noriaki Kobayashi's contributions to fixing technologies through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in imaging and printing technologies.

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