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Tokyo, Japan

Shigeru Aihara

This inventor holds 50 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Energy Storage Devices (CPC class H01M). Top assignees: Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Te Connectivity Corporation. Active years: 1999-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shigeru Aihara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shigeru-aihara

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 50

% Patents Active = 74.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.6

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 547(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 536(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Chiyoda-ku, JP (2003 - 2019)
  • Tokyo, JP (1999 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal35 out of 21,351 
 
Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal10 out of 16,586 
 
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 670 
 
Te Connectivity Corporation
 patents
4. 2 out of 277 
 
Tyco Electronics Japan G.k.
 patents
5. 1 out of 5 
 
Mitsushita Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
6. 2 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1999-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Energy Storage
Lithium Ion Battery
Electric Storage Device
Manufacturing Method
Battery Electrode
Power Storage Device
Photovoltaic System
Electrical Energy Module
Double-Layer Capacitor
Battery Package
Adhesive Resin
Control Method
50 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10879638 - Socket connector for an electronic package (2020-12-29),
2. 10355517 - Storage-battery control device, storage-battery charge/discharge system, photovoltaic power generation system, and storage-battery control method (2019-07-16),
3. 10348015 - Socket connector for an electronic package (2019-07-09),
4. 9461347 - Power storage device cell, manufacturing method and storing method therefor, and electric storage device (2016-10-04),
5. 9153837 - Electric storage device electrode and method for manufacturing same (2015-10-06),
6. 9040182 - Power storage device cell, manufacturing method therefor, and electric storage device (2015-05-26),
7. 8906525 - Energy storage device cell (2014-12-09),
8. 8790811 - Flat-wound electricity storage device cell and flat-wound electricity storage device module (2014-07-29),
9. 8329328 - Electrical energy storage cell and electrical energy storage module including the same (2012-12-11),
10. 8310810 - Electric double-layer capacitor including holes penetrating a negative electrode current collector and method of producing same (2012-11-13),
11. 8288032 - Energy storage device cell and control method thereof (2012-10-16),
12. 8173289 - Electrical energy storage cell and electrical energy storage module including the same (2012-05-08),
13. 6811928 - Battery with adhesion resin layer including filler (2004-11-02),
14. 6773633 - Process for producing an electrode with positive temperature coefficient (PTC) function (2004-08-10),
15. 6696203 - Battery and electrode including an active material, an electrically conductive material and a conducting agent (2004-02-24),

Title: Shigeru Aihara: Innovator in Electronic Connectivity and Energy Solutions

Introduction

Shigeru Aihara, based in Tokyo, Japan, is a prominent inventor with an impressive portfolio of 50 patents to his name. His innovative work predominantly focuses on electronic connectivity and energy management solutions, further establishing his reputation as a leading figure in the technological landscape.

Latest Patents

Among Shigeru Aihara's latest inventions, he has developed a socket connector for electronic packages. This socket connector consists of a socket assembly that includes a frame, substrate, and contacts designed to interface with electronic packages and host circuit boards. Additionally, he has created a storage-battery control device aimed at enhancing economic efficiency through advanced control of charge states. This device minimizes waste by ensuring that surplus power generated by photovoltaic systems is effectively stored even when direct power sales are not possible.

Other notable patents from Aihara include a storage-battery charge/discharge system and a photovoltaic power generation system. These innovations utilize predictive technologies to optimize battery storage and energy usage, showcasing his commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions.

Career Highlights

Shigeru Aihara has had a fruitful career, working with esteemed organizations such as Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. Throughout his tenure at these companies, he has contributed significantly to various technological advancements, strengthening the companies' standing in the market while also driving his personal passion for innovation forward.

Collaborations

Aihara has had the opportunity to collaborate with esteemed colleagues like Hisashi Shiota and Daigo Takemura. Their joint efforts have enabled the development of influential technologies and patents, thereby enhancing their collective impact in the fields of electronics and energy solutions.

Conclusion

Shigeru Aihara exemplifies the spirit of innovation, merging technology with practical applications to address modern challenges in energy management and electronic connectivity. His numerous patents are a testament to his ingenuity and dedication to creating a more efficient and sustainable future.

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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