Shigeru Nishiyama

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 5 EPO patents. Top assignees: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited, Toray Industries, Inc., Murata Kikai Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1999-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shigeru Nishiyama. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shigeru-nishiyama-2qep596u

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 12 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 33.3

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 25(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Aichi-ken, JP (2002 - 2005)
Aichi, JP (2013 - 2015)
Toyoake, JP (1999 - 2016)
Nagoya, JP (2013 - 2016)

Company Filing History:

10 out of 4,753

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited

patents

4 out of 3,586

Toray Industries, Inc.

patents

2 out of 903

Murata Kikai Kabushiki Kaisha

5. 1 out of 834,601

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1999-2016

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12 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9481442 - Dry preform, annular structure made of a composite material, and manufacturing method for the annular structure (2016-11-01),

2. 9463587 - Methods of RTM molding (2016-10-11),

3. 9120253 - Methods of RTM molding (2015-09-01),

4. 9050748 - Composite material manufacturing device and composite material manufacturing method (2015-06-09),

5. 9005506 - Manufacturing method and manufacturing apparatus of fiber reinforced composite material (2015-04-14),

6. 8790566 - Manufacturing method of composite material member and prepreg sheet laminate (2014-07-29),

7. 8753469 - Method of vacuum-assisted RTM (2014-06-17),

8. 8557167 - Composite material manufacturing device and composite material manufacturing method (2013-10-15),

9. 8420002 - Method of RTM molding (2013-04-16),

10. 6886603 - Method for manufacturing solid structural material and foundation fabric therefor (2005-05-03),

11. 6470916 - Method for manufacturing solid structural material and foundation fabric therefor (2002-10-29),

12. 6003563 - Three-dimensional weaving machine (1999-12-21),

Title: Shigeru Nishiyama: Innovator in Composite Materials

Introduction

Shigeru Nishiyama is a prominent inventor based in Aichi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of composite materials, holding a total of 12 patents. His innovative work has advanced manufacturing methods and applications in various industries.

Latest Patents

Nishiyama's latest patents include a dry preform and an annular structure made of a composite material, along with a manufacturing method for this annular structure. In his first patent, a reinforcing fiber layer is formed by winding reinforcing fibers around the outer periphery of a mandrel. The fibers are aligned in parallel to a specific direction, seamlessly continuing in the annular direction of the mandrel. His methods of RTM molding involve placing a reinforcing fiber substrate in a mold and using resin distribution media to facilitate the resin injection process, ensuring effective impregnation of the substrate.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Shigeru Nishiyama has worked with notable companies such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited and Toray Industries, Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his expertise in composite materials and manufacturing techniques.

Collaborations

Nishiyama has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Hiroshi Odani and Hiroshi Uchida. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and innovations in the field.

Conclusion

Shigeru Nishiyama's contributions to composite materials and manufacturing methods have established him as a key figure in his field. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing technology and industry standards.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.