Kuwana, Japan

Saburo Akiyama

This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Hitachi Metals, Ltd.. Active years: 1997-1999.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Saburo Akiyama. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/saburo-akiyama-ir3cf2ye

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.5

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 18(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kuwana, JP (1997)
  • Mie-ken, JP (1999)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1997-1999

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2 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Innovations of Saburo Akiyama

Introduction

Saburo Akiyama is a notable inventor based in Kuwana, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of thermoplastic materials, particularly in the development of electrically weldable pipe joints. With a total of 2 patents, Akiyama's work has enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of welding operations in various applications.

Latest Patents

Akiyama's latest patents include the "Electrically Weldable Pipe Joint and Production Method Thereof" and the "Electric Welding Pipe Joint Having a Two Layer Outer Member." The first patent describes an innovative inner-less electrically weldable pipe joint that features a hollow cylindrical pipe joint body made of thermoplastic material. This design incorporates a resistance heating wire coil that is partially exposed to the hollow interior of the pipe joint body. During the welding process, the exposed wire generates heat, selectively heating the welding zone and significantly improving welding strength while reducing the time required for the operation. The second patent outlines a method for producing an electric welding pipe joint made of thermoplastic resin, which involves the injection molding of an inner cylindrical member and the successive formation of an outer cylindrical member around a heating resistance wire.

Career Highlights

Akiyama is currently employed at Hitachi Metals, Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of thermoplastic materials in industrial applications.

Collaborations

Some of Akiyama's notable coworkers include Yoshio Katayama and Nobuhiro Nishikata. Their collaborative efforts have contributed to the success of various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Saburo Akiyama's contributions to the field of thermoplastic materials and welding technology have made a significant impact on industrial practices. His innovative patents reflect a commitment to enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in welding operations.

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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