Toyota, Japan

Takao Nomura

This inventor holds 51 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Polypropylene Compositions. Top assignees: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, Ube Industries, Inc., Toyota Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1980-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takao Nomura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takao-nomura

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


% Patents Active = 96.1



Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.3

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 725(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 698(Dec 10, 2025)


Location History:

  • Aichi-ken, JP (1998)
  • Toyota-shi, Aichi, JP (1998)
  • Toyota, JP (1980 - 2010)
  • Aichi, JP (1999 - 2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal31 out of 38,912 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 1,432 
 
Ube Industries, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal6 out of 1,838 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
4. 6 out of 81 
 
Trinity Industrial Corporation
 patents
5. 5 out of 6,961 
 
Sumitomo Chemical Company, Limited
 patents
6. 3 out of 47 
 
Tonen Chemical Corporation
 patents
7. 2 out of 546 
 
Mitsubishi Petrochemical Company Limited
 patents
8. 2 out of 1,008 
 
Mitsui Petrochemical Industries, Ltd.
 patents
9. 2 out of 17 
 
Tonen Sekiyukagaku Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
10. 1 out of 1 
 
Chisso Corpoation
 patent
11. 1 out of 1,109 
 
Chisso Corporation
 patents
12. 1 out of 7 
 
Grand Polymer Co., Ltd.
 patents
13. 1 out of 555 
 
Idemitsu Petrochemical Co., Ltd.
 patents
14. 1 out of 39 
 
Japan Polychem Corporation
 patents
15. 1 out of 10 
 
Kyowa Leather Cloth Co., Ltd.
 patents
16. 1 out of 2,423 
 
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
 patents
17. 1 out of 598 
 
Nippon Zeon Company, Ltd.
 patents
18. 1 out of 2 
 
Sanyo Chemical Ind., Ltd.
 patents
19. 1 out of 359 
 
Sanyo Chemical Industries, Ltd.
 patents
20. 1 out of 1 
 
Toyoda Synthetics Co., Ltd.
 patent
21. 1 out of 11 
 
Zeon Kasei Co., Ltd.
 patents
22. 6 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1980-2012

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Areas of Expertise:
Coating Material
Coating Machine
Rotary Atomizing Head
Polypropylene Composition
Thermoplastic Resin
Injection Molding
Automotive Parts
Polyurethane Paste
Elastomer
Vinyl Chloride Resin
Paint Coatability
Modified Polyolefin
51 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations and Achievements of Takao Nomura

Introduction: Takao Nomura, located in Toyota, Japan, is an accomplished inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 44 patents. His work is characterized by groundbreaking innovations in coating technology and fluid dispersion systems, which significantly improve efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.

Latest Patents: Among his latest inventions is a revolutionary coating machine designed to reduce volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and carbon monoxide (CO). This machine atomizes paint efficiently without sacrificing production speed. The rotary atomizing head of the coating machine features a paint chamber that optimizes paint flow through a series of truncated conical rims. These rims utilize centrifugal force for atomization at lower rotational speeds, thus increasing deposit efficiency and reducing the total jetted amount of paint.

Another noteworthy patent is the jet dispersing device, which operates through a high-pressure region with a flow inlet and a low-pressure region with a flow outlet. A partition wall divides these regions and contains nozzle holes for jettisoning liquid as fine particles. To enhance the device’s utility, the partitioning wall is equipped with a cleaning fluid communication port, featuring a larger opening area than that of the nozzle holes, and includes a valve mechanism for maintenance purposes.

Career Highlights: Takao Nomura has made significant contributions to several esteemed companies, including Toyota Motor Corporation and Ube Industries, Inc. His innovative spirit has led to advancements in automotive and industrial applications, placing him at the forefront of technology development in these sectors.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Takao Nomura has collaborated with talented individuals like Takeyoshi Nishio and Hisayuki Iwai. Their combined expertise fosters an environment ripe for creativity and breakthrough solutions in design and engineering.

Conclusion: Takao Nomura’s impressive portfolio of patents and collaborations underscores his commitment to innovation and sustainability. His contributions to coating technology and fluid mechanics not only enhance production processes but also align with modern environmental standards. As he continues to push the boundaries of invention, Takao Nomura remains a pivotal figure in the field of industrial innovations.

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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