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Tokyo, Japan

Shoji Tanaka

This inventor holds 79 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Superconducting Technology (CPC class 5057). Top assignees: International Superconductivity Technology Center, Nec Corporation, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited. Active years: 1990-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Shoji Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/shoji-tanaka

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 79 

% Patents Active = 94.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 577(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 561(Dec 10, 2025)


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Company Filing History:

goldMedal52 out of 128 
 
International Superconductivity Technology Center
 patents
silverMedal17 out of 36,676 
 
Nec Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal8 out of 10,631 
 
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited
 patents
4. 7 out of 27,375 
 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents
5. 7 out of 66 
 
Tohoku Electric Power Company, Inc.
 patents
6. 5 out of 6,913 
 
Kyocera Corporation
 patents
7. 4 out of 112 
 
Central Research Institute of Electric Power Industry
 patents
8. 4 out of 42,726 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents
9. 4 out of 306 
 
Ishikawajima-Harima Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
10. 3 out of 1,874 
 
Fujikura Limited
 patents
11. 3 out of 836 
 
Hitachi Cable, Inc.
 patents
12. 3 out of 19 
 
Hokkaido Electric Power Company, Inc.
 patents
13. 3 out of 32 
 
Kyushu Electric Power Co., Inc.
 patents
14. 3 out of 219 
 
Mitsubishi Cable Industries, Ltd.
 patents
15. 3 out of 16,586 
 
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
 patents
16. 3 out of 382 
 
Nippon Hoso' Kyokai
 patents
17. 3 out of 3,711 
 
Nippon Steel Corporation
 patents
18. 3 out of 65 
 
Railway Technical Research Institute
 patents
19. 3 out of 2,643 
 
The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
20. 3 out of 177 
 
The Tokyo Electric Power Company, Incorporated
 patents
21. 2 out of 3,448 
 
Kawasaki Jukogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
22. 2 out of 21,351 
 
Mitsubishi Denki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
23. 2 out of 1,555 
 
Mitsubishi Materials Corporation
 patents
24. 2 out of 68 
 
Mitsubishi Metal Corporation
 patents
25. 2 out of 141 
 
Nippon Mining Co., Ltd.
 patents
26. 2 out of 2 
 
Shikoku Denryoku Kabushikigaisha
 patents
27. 2 out of 195 
 
The Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc.
 patents
28. 2 out of 1,355 
 
The University of Tokyo
 patents
29. 2 out of 921 
 
Tosoh Corporation
 patents
30. 2 out of 1,432 
 
Ube Industries, Inc.
 patents
31. 1 out of 2,560 
 
Asahi Glass Company, Limited
 patents
32. 1 out of 92,901 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
33. 1 out of 39,371 
 
Fujitsu Corporation
 patents
34. 1 out of 12 
 
Hokuriku Electric Power Company
 patents
35. 1 out of 28 
 
International Superconductivity Technology Center, the Juridical Foundation
 patents
36. 1 out of 130 
 
Japan Energy Corporation
 patents
37. 1 out of 1,961 
 
Jfe Steel Corporation
 patents
38. 1 out of 1,101 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Kobe Seiko Sho
 patents
39. 1 out of 53,250 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba
 patents
40. 1 out of 1 
 
Kabushiki-Gaisha Arubakku Kohporehiosentah
 patent
41. 1 out of 1 
 
Kabushiki-Gaisha Arubakku Kohporehtosentah
 patent
42. 1 out of 115 
 
Matsushita Electrical Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents
43. 1 out of 488 
 
Mitsubishi Denki K.k.
 patents
44. 1 out of 1 
 
Mitsubushi Metal Corporation
 patent
45. 1 out of 5,072 
 
Ngk Insulators, Inc.
 patents
46. 1 out of 2,606 
 
Ngk Spark Plug Company, Limited
 patents
47. 1 out of 353 
 
Osaka Gas Company Limited
 patents
48. 1 out of 847 
 
Sharp Corporation
 patents
49. 1 out of 25,949 
 
Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation
 patents
50. 1 out of 1 
 
Shinkoku Electric Power Co., Inc.
 patent
51. 1 out of 58,145 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents
52. 1 out of 929 
 
Sumitomo Metal Industries, Inc.
 patents
53. 1 out of 4 
 
Superconductivity Research Laboratory
 patents
54. 1 out of 2 
 
Superconductivity Research Laboratory of International Superconductivity
 patents
55. 1 out of 18 
 
Taiyo Corporation
 patents
56. 1 out of 193 
 
Tokyo Gas Company Limited
 patents
57. 1 out of 193 
 
Toshiba Corporation
 patents
58. 1 out of 171 
 
Toyo Engineering Corporation
 patents
59. 1 out of 38,837 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
60. 1 out of 62 
 
Tpr Co., Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1990-2022

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Areas of Expertise:
High-Strength Steel
Digital Data Transmission
Image Processing
Superconducting Circuit
Navigation Apparatus
Mobile Communication
High Temperature Superconductor
Composite Metal Oxide
Nitrogen Oxide Sensor
Josephson Junction
Flow Control Method
Communication System
79 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11492677 - High-strength steel sheet and method for producing the same (2022-11-08),
2. 10020821 - Encoder, decoder, transmission device, and reception device (2018-07-10),
3. 9416434 - High-toughness coating film and sliding member (2016-08-16),
4. 8942078 - Digital data transmitting device and digital data receiving device (2015-01-27),
5. 8885221 - Image processing apparatus and method thereof (2014-11-11),
6. 8700329 - Navigation apparatus (2014-04-15),
7. 8044960 - Character display apparatus (2011-10-25),
8. 8000220 - Digital data transmitting apparatus and digital data receiving apparatus (2011-08-16),
9. 7964532 - RE123-based oxide superconductor and method of production of same (2011-06-21),
10. 7724665 - Common channel flow control method and system (2010-05-25),
11. 7697723 - Image recognition device (2010-04-13),
12. 7405746 - Image navigation device (2008-07-29),
13. 6613463 - Superconducting laminated oxide substrate and superconducting integrated circuit (2003-09-02),
14. 6541789 - High temperature superconductor Josephson junction element and manufacturing method for the same (2003-04-01),
15. 6381217 - Delivering method in ATM point-to-multipoint connection (2002-04-30),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Inventor Shoji Tanaka

Introduction: Shoji Tanaka, a visionary inventor hailing from Tokyo, Japan, has made significant contributions to the world of technology and innovation through his groundbreaking inventions.

Latest Patents: Shoji Tanaka holds several patents in the field of robotics and artificial intelligence, with his most recent patent focusing on a revolutionary humanoid robot designed to assist in healthcare settings.

Career Highlights: Throughout his illustrious career, Shoji Tanaka has been recognized for his pioneering work in developing cutting-edge technologies that have redefined industries. His innovative spirit and dedication to pushing the boundaries of what is possible have earned him a reputation as a trailblazer in the field of robotics.

Collaborations: Shoji Tanaka has collaborated with leading research institutions and tech companies around the globe to bring his inventions to life. His partnerships have been instrumental in driving forward the development and implementation of his groundbreaking ideas.

Conclusion: Shoji Tanaka's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence have cemented his legacy as a visionary inventor. His contributions to the world of technology continue to inspire future generations of inventors and shape the way we interact with cutting-edge advancements.

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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