Fukuoka, Japan

Shinichi Fukunaga

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications, plus 5 CIPO patents and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Continuous Casting Technology. Top assignees: Krosakiharima Corporation, Nippon Steel Corporation, Krosakiharma Corporation. Active years: 1989-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shinichi Fukunaga. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shinichi-fukunaga

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 71.4

 

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 16(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2014)
  • Kitakyushu, JP (2004 - 2020)
  • Fukuoka, JP (1989 - 2024)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1989-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Continuous Casting
Nozzle
Mold
Temperature Measurement
Refractory Material
Plasma Torch
Heat-Insulating Coating
Immersion Nozzle
Sliding Nozzle
Casting Method
Molten Metal
14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Shinichi Fukunaga

Introduction

Shinichi Fukunaga is a notable inventor based in Fukuoka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of continuous casting technology, holding a total of 14 patents. His work focuses on improving the precision and efficiency of casting processes in the steel industry.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are innovations such as a stopper for continuous casting and a nozzle and stopper combination. The stopper for continuous casting enhances the control of backpressure around a gas discharge portion, featuring a cavity for gas conveyance and multiple gas discharge holes. This design aims to improve the precision of the casting process. The nozzle and stopper combination introduces a gas blowing function that prevents irregular breaking during casting, ensuring a more stable operation even in the event of breaking.

Career Highlights

Shinichi Fukunaga has worked with prominent companies in the industry, including Krosakiharima Corporation and Nippon Steel Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to advancements in casting technology.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Kazuhisa Tanaka and Takuya Okada, further enhancing the impact of his inventions through teamwork and shared expertise.

Conclusion

Shinichi Fukunaga's contributions to continuous casting technology demonstrate his commitment to innovation and improvement in the steel industry. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the challenges faced in casting processes and offer practical solutions to enhance efficiency and precision.

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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