Takahiro Kaito

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 6 CIPO patents and 6 EPO patents. Top assignee: Nissan Motor Company Limited. Active years: 2013-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takahiro Kaito. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takahiro-kaito

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 77.8

CIPO Patents = 6

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 7)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 10(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Yokosuka, JP (2013 - 2019)
Kanagawa, JP (2018 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

9 out of 13,420

Nissan Motor Company Limited

patents

Years Active: 2013-2025

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9 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12449370 - Coating evaluation device and coating evaluation method (2025-10-21),

2. 10847811 - Catalyst particle, and electrode catalyst, electrolyte membrane-electrode assembly, and fuel cell using the same (2020-11-24),

3. 10193177 - Fuel cell system and operating method therefor (2019-01-29),

4. 10164275 - Fuel cell system (2018-12-25),

5. 10014532 - Catalyst particle, and electrode catalyst, electrolyte membrane-electrode assembly, and fuel cell using the same (2018-07-03),

6. 8900770 - Fuel cell system and operation method thereof (2014-12-02),

7. 8795908 - Fuel cell system (2014-08-05),

8. 8790836 - Fuel cell system and operating method therefor (2014-07-29),

9. 8492037 - Fuel cell system having wet-state determination (2013-07-23),

Title: Innovator Takahiro Kaito: Pioneering Fuel Cell Technologies

Introduction

Takahiro Kaito, an accomplished inventor based in Yokosuka, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of fuel cell technology. With a total of eight patents to his name, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation, particularly through his work with Nissan Motor Company Limited.

Latest Patents

Among Takahiro Kaito’s latest inventions is a revolutionary catalyst particle designed for enhanced activity. This catalyst particle is an alloy comprised of platinum and a non-platinum metal, characterized by an internal L1 structure that demonstrates an ordering extent between 30% and 100%. Additionally, it possesses a LP ratio of 10% or more as calculated by the CO stripping method, and a d/d ratio ranging from 0.4 to 1.0.

Kaito's innovations also extend to fuel cell systems. He has developed a method that facilitates warm-up power generation correlating with the residual water volume in the fuel cell stack, negating the need for auxiliary measurement devices. His advanced controller integrates generated electrical energy and employs temperature data to accurately estimate the residual water volume, optimizing power generation during start-up.

Career Highlights

As a key player at Nissan Motor Company Limited, Takahiro Kaito leverages his expertise in electrochemistry and materials science to drive forward the company’s research and development initiatives in alternative energy technologies. His dedication to innovation is reflected in his impressive patent portfolio.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kaito has collaborated with fellow innovators such as Keigo Ikezoe and Kazuki Arihara. Together, they have fostered an environment of creativity and innovation, significantly impacting the advancements in fuel cell technologies.

Conclusion

Takahiro Kaito's contributions to the field of fuel cell technology and catalyst development underline his role as a vital innovator in the automotive industry. With a commitment to exploring new solutions and technologies, Kaito continues to influence the future of sustainable energy.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.