Tokyo, Japan

Satoru Yoshida

This inventor holds 72 USPTO granted patents and 10 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 15 EPO patents, primarily in Compressor Technology (CPC class B32B). Top assignees: Ricoh Company, Ltd., Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor Corporation. Active years: 1989-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Satoru Yoshida. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/satoru-yoshida

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 72 

% Patents Active = 77.8


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 373(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 369(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Nobeoka, JP (2008)
  • Sagamihara, JP (2010 - 2012)
  • Zama, JP (2010 - 2012)
  • Kawaguchi, JP (2012)
  • Chiyoda-Ku, JP (2013 - 2017)
  • Yokohama, JP (2016 - 2018)
  • Hiroshima, JP (2014 - 2020)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2010 - 2021)
  • Ibaraki, JP (2019 - 2021)
  • Tokyo, JP (1989 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal27 out of 28,940 
 
Ricoh Company, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal12 out of 16,602 
 
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal11 out of 320 
 
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor Corporation
 patents
4. 5 out of 59 
 
Asahi Kasei Fibers Corporation
 patents
5. 2 out of 1,678 
 
Mitutoyo Corporation
 patents
6. 2 out of 5,300 
 
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
 patents
7. 2 out of 340 
 
Yamaichi Electronics Co., Ltd.
 patents
8. 1 out of 1 
 
Ishii Iron Works Co., Ltd.
 patent
9. 1 out of 1,457 
 
Jvc Kenwood Corporation
 patents
10. 1 out of 331 
 
Jx Nippon Oil Energy Corporation
 patents
11. 1 out of 53,262 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
12. 1 out of 360 
 
Keio University
 patents
13. 1 out of 530 
 
Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd.
 patents
14. 1 out of 1,010 
 
Mellanox Technologies, Ltd.
 patents
15. 1 out of 4,746 
 
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited
 patents
16. 1 out of 367 
 
Rakuten Group, Inc.
 patents
17. 1 out of 481 
 
Rakuten, Inc.
 patents
18. 1 out of 8 
 
Starlite Co., Ltd.
 patents
19. 1 out of 2,643 
 
The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Compressor
Centrifugal Compressor
Liquid Discharge Apparatus
Image Measurement Apparatus
Transport Device
Vacuum Circuit Breaker
Rotary Machine
Bundle Guiding Device
Optical Module
Liquid Circulation Device
Diagnostic Reagent Kit
Lubricating Oil Composition
72 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Satoru Yoshida: Innovator in Vending Technology and Measurement Devices

Introduction

Satoru Yoshida, based in Tokyo, Japan, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 57 patents. His contributions to technology, particularly in vending machine systems and advanced measurement devices, demonstrate his innovative spirit and technical expertise.

Latest Patents

Yoshida's recent patents include a sophisticated vending machine control system and various image measurement apparatuses. The vending machine control system performs essential authentication processing for users attempting to access a vending machine. Once authentication is completed, the system unlocks the machine's door. It then identifies products picked from a storage chamber, providing tailored information based on whether the authenticated user has a reservation for the selected item. Additionally, his image measurement apparatus functions as a non-contact profile-measuring and displacement-detecting device, utilizing an image sensor and variable focal length lens to optimize image capture and measurement.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Satoru Yoshida has collaborated with prominent companies such as Ricoh Company, Ltd. and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. His work within these organizations has significantly influenced their innovation trajectories, particularly in the realms of automation and imaging technology.

Collaborations

Yoshida has worked alongside notable colleagues, including Kunihiro Ohyama and Tomotaka Yano. Their joint efforts contribute to advancements in their respective fields, fostering an environment of collaboration and shared innovation.

Conclusion

Satoru Yoshida's contributions to technology, particularly in the areas of vending systems and measurement devices, underline his role as a key innovator. With 57 patents to his name, his work continues to shape the future of automation and user interaction in technological devices, reflecting his commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.

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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