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Yokohama, Japan

Shinichi Nishimura

This inventor holds 35 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 10 EPO patents, primarily in Engine Components. Top assignees: Nissan Motor Company Limited, Fukuda Metal Foil & Powder Co., Ltd., Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1981-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shinichi Nishimura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shinichi-nishimura-9j23xuyb

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 35 

% Patents Active = 82.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 281(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Zama, JP (1983 - 1989)
  • Atsugi, JP (1993)
  • Isehara, JP (1991 - 1996)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2006 - 2007)
  • Yokohama, JP (1981 - 2021)
  • Kyoto, JP (2004 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 13,420 
 
Nissan Motor Company Limited
 patents
silverMedal11 out of 50 
 
Fukuda Metal Foil & Powder Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal10 out of 93,085 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
4. 5 out of 28,951 
 
Ricoh Company, Ltd.
 patents
5. 4 out of 89 
 
Nittan Valve Co., Ltd.
 patents
6. 3 out of 242 
 
Ohi Seisakusho Co., Ltd.
 patents
7. 2 out of 317 
 
Ikeda Bussan Co. Ltd.
 patents
8. 1 out of 834,570 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1981-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Sliding Member
Internal Combustion Engine
Laminated Member
Imaging Apparatus
Nickel Brazing Material
High-Temperature Alloy
Engine Valve
Cobalt-Based Alloy
Semiconductor Package
Signal Transmission
Vehicle Seat Mechanism
Head Rest Adjusting Device
35 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12135059 - Sliding member and member for internal combustion engine (2024-11-05),
2. 11976366 - Sliding member and member for internal combustion engine (2024-05-07),
3. 11926900 - Laminate, sliding member, and method for manufacturing laminate (2024-03-12),
4. 11148195 - Laminate, sliding member, and method for manufacturing laminate (2021-10-19),
5. 11013105 - Image pickup unit and image pickup apparatus (2021-05-18),
6. 10927893 - Sliding member, and sliding member for internal combustion engine (2021-02-23),
7. 10745809 - Method for producing laminated member (2020-08-18),
8. 10061042 - Radiation imaging apparatus and radiation imaging system (2018-08-28),
9. 9906696 - Imaging device and interchangeable lens arranged to have a reduced amount of magnetic field reaching an image pickup element (2018-02-27),
10. 9774775 - Imaging apparatus (2017-09-26),
11. 9486882 - Nickel brazing material having excellent corrosion resistance (2016-11-08),
12. 9442348 - Imaging device and interchangeable lens arranged to have a reduced amount of magnetic field reaching an image pickup element (2016-09-13),
13. 9441287 - Ni-Cr-Co-based alloy having high-temperature corrosion resistance, and poppet valve surface-modified with the same (2016-09-13),
14. 9340856 - Ni—Fe—Cr alloy and engine valve welded with the same alloy (2016-05-17),
15. 9206715 - High-toughness cobalt-based alloy and engine valve coated with same (2015-12-08),

Title: **Shinichi Nishimura: Innovator in Sliding Member Technology**

Introduction

Shinichi Nishimura, based in Yokohama, Japan, is a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 35 patents. His innovative contributions primarily focus on sliding members designed for internal combustion engines, showcasing advancements in material science and engineering.

Latest Patents

Nishimura's latest patents include two noteworthy innovations regarding sliding members. The first invention features a sliding member that comprises a base material and a coating layer. This coating layer is formed using a particle aggregate that contains precipitation-hardened copper alloy particles infused with cobalt (Co) and silicon (Si). This design ensures high coating strength and superior wear resistance.

The second patent builds upon this concept, introducing a sliding member with a coating layer that incorporates two or more kinds of precipitation-hardened copper alloy particles with varying compositions. This advancement further enhances the sliding member's performance, ensuring durability and efficiency in demanding engine applications.

Career Highlights

Shinichi Nishimura has held significant positions in renowned companies, notably the Nissan Motor Company Limited and Fukuda Metal Foil & Powder Co., Ltd. His work at these organizations has helped position them at the forefront of automotive innovation, specifically in improving engine technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Nishimura has collaborated with notable professionals in his field, including Katsunori Otobe and Yoshinori Izawa. These collaborations have led to innovative breakthroughs and the successful development of patents that continue to influence the industry.

Conclusion

Shinichi Nishimura's contributions to the field of sliding member technology demonstrate his commitment to enhancing the performance and durability of internal combustion engines. With 35 patents to his name, he remains a key figure in automotive innovation, shaping the future of engine efficiency and reliability.

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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