Moriyama, Japan

Norikazu Ito

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents. Top assignee: Kyocera Corporation. Active years: 2014-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Norikazu Ito. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/norikazu-ito-zce6ndty

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 80.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 9(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Higashiomi, JP (2014 - 2015)
  • Moriyama, JP (2015 - 2021)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2014-2021

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Norikazu Ito: Innovator in Solar Technology

Introduction

Norikazu Ito is a prominent inventor based in Moriyama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of solar technology, holding a total of 5 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and manufacturing processes of solar battery devices and solar cells.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a solar battery device and method for manufacturing it. This innovative solar battery device includes a semiconductor substrate with a first and second semiconductor region. The first semiconductor region is a first-conductivity-type located on the first surface, while the second region is a different second-conductivity-type located on the opposite surface. The device also features a covering part with a laminated portion that includes a passivation layer and an antireflection layer. Notably, the passivation layer's thickness decreases from the outer peripheral portion toward the center of the first surface.

Another significant patent is for a solar cell and solar cell module. This invention aims to improve the yield of solar cells during production. The solar cell comprises a semiconductor substrate with a first main surface and a second main surface. It includes a busbar electrode extending in a first direction on the second main surface, along with end-portion electrodes that are thicker than the busbar electrode.

Career Highlights

Norikazu Ito is currently associated with Kyocera Corporation, a leading company in the solar technology sector. His work has been instrumental in advancing solar energy solutions, contributing to the company's reputation for innovation.

Collaborations

Norikazu has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Koichiro Niira and Shinichiro Inaba. Their combined expertise has further propelled advancements in solar technology.

Conclusion

Norikazu Ito's contributions to solar technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence the development of efficient solar energy solutions.

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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