Ryozo Tanaka

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 8 EPO patents. Top assignees: Kawasaki Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, B&b Agema Gmbh. Active years: 2010-2025.

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 90.0

EPO Patents = 8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 31(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kakogawa, JP (2010 - 2018)
Kobe, JP (2024)

Company Filing History:

10 out of 3,446

Kawasaki Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2010-2025

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10 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12404773 - Gas turbine engine (2025-09-02),

2. 11946390 - Rotor blade and disc of rotating body (2024-04-02),

3. 10066489 - Rotating body provided with blades (2018-09-04),

4. 10018053 - Turbine blade cooling structure (2018-07-10),

5. 9945233 - Double-jet film cooling structure and method for manufacturing same (2018-04-17),

6. 9599411 - Double-jet type film cooling structure (2017-03-21),

7. 9506364 - Sealing arrangement and gas turbine engine with the sealing arrangement (2016-11-29),

8. 9453434 - Gas turbine engine system equipped with Rankine cycle engine (2016-09-27),

9. 9359958 - Seal mechanism for use with turbine rotor (2016-06-07),

10. 7682132 - Double jet film cooling structure (2010-03-23),

Title: Ryozo Tanaka: Innovator in Gas Turbine Technology

Introduction

Ryozo Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in Kakogawa, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of gas turbine technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His innovative designs have advanced the efficiency and functionality of gas turbine engines.

Latest Patents

Tanaka's latest patents include a groundbreaking gas turbine engine design. This engine features a cooling air supply passage that feeds air from a compressor to a turbine, utilizing swirling air as a cooling medium. The design incorporates an entry zone for air intake and a swirl zone that redirects airflow circumferentially. Additionally, the engine includes a chamber that branches from the swirl zone to capture foreign particles, ensuring cleaner operation. Another notable patent involves a rotor blade and disc of a rotating body. This rotor blade is designed with a blade root that includes protruding parts to securely lock the blade to the disc, enhancing stability and performance.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Ryozo Tanaka has worked with notable companies such as Kawasaki Heavy Industries and B&B Agema GmbH. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to significant advancements in turbine technology.

Collaborations

Tanaka has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Karsten Kusterer and Dieter Bohn. These partnerships have fostered innovation and the exchange of ideas in the field of gas turbine engineering.

Conclusion

Ryozo Tanaka's contributions to gas turbine technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in this field. His work continues to influence advancements in energy efficiency and turbine design.