Nagoya, Japan

Sadaaki Hirai

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Ngk Insulators, Inc.. Active years: 1999-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Sadaaki Hirai. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/sadaaki-hirai

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 24(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1999-2010

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Sadaaki Hirai: Innovator in Honeycomb Structures

Introduction

Sadaaki Hirai is a prominent inventor based in Nagoya, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials engineering, particularly in the development of innovative honeycomb structures. With a total of 7 patents to his name, Hirai's work has garnered attention for its practical applications and advancements in manufacturing techniques.

Latest Patents

Hirai's latest patents include a honeycomb structural body and a method of manufacturing the same. This invention features a honeycomb structure that includes a honeycomb structural part with partition walls forming multiple cells in a honeycomb shape. The design also incorporates recesses on the outer peripheral surface, with voids formed between the outer wall part and the honeycomb structural part. This innovative structure effectively suppresses the reduction of temperature increasing speed while maintaining mechanical strength and minimizing the occurrence of cracks.

Another notable patent is the cell structure and method of manufacturing the same. This invention presents a cell structure where the outer wall portion possesses high heat-insulating ability, while the cell structural portion ensures a high temperature rise rate and a more uniform temperature distribution. The manufacturing method allows for easy production of the cell structure, enhancing its practical applicability.

Career Highlights

Sadaaki Hirai is currently employed at NGK Insulators, Inc., where he continues to push the boundaries of innovation in materials science. His work has not only contributed to the company's success but has also advanced the field of engineering as a whole.

Collaborations

Hirai has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Takayuki Kawae and Yasushi Kato. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Sadaaki Hirai's contributions to the field of honeycomb structures exemplify the spirit of innovation. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing material performance and manufacturing processes. Through his work at NGK Insulators, Inc., Hirai continues to inspire future advancements in engineering.

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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