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Toyota, Japan

Takashi Yao

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2010-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takashi Yao. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takashi-yao

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 6

% Patents Active = 66.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 22(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 38,970 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2010-2021

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10967713 - Vehicle side door (2021-04-06),
2. 9156505 - Structure for joining center pillar and roof side rail (2015-10-13),
3. 8911004 - Vehicular center pillar and vehicle (2014-12-16),
4. 8690230 - Body front structure of vehicle (2014-04-08),
5. 7884704 - Body structure of vehicle having side-collision detection sensor (2011-02-08),
6. 7762620 - Vehicle body side structure (2010-07-27),

Title: Takashi Yao: Innovator in Automotive Engineering

Introduction

Takashi Yao is a prominent inventor based in Toyota, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the automotive industry, particularly through his innovative designs and engineering solutions. With a total of 6 patents to his name, Yao continues to push the boundaries of vehicle technology.

Latest Patents

One of Yao's latest patents is for a vehicle side door. This design includes a door main body, a mirror stay fixed to the door main body, and a mirror unit supported by the mirror holder. The door main body features an outer panel, an inner panel, and a reinforcing member, ensuring durability and functionality. Another notable patent is for a structure that joins the center pillar and roof side rail. This design enhances rigidity through a rectangular wave shape and includes longitudinal beads for added strength.

Career Highlights

Yao has dedicated his career to advancing automotive technology at Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. His work focuses on improving vehicle safety and performance through innovative engineering solutions. His patents reflect his commitment to enhancing the user experience and ensuring the structural integrity of vehicles.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yao has collaborated with talented coworkers such as Tomoyuki Itoh and Yoshihiro Iwano. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and the development of cutting-edge automotive technologies.

Conclusion

Takashi Yao is a key figure in the automotive industry, known for his inventive spirit and dedication to engineering excellence. His contributions continue to shape the future of vehicle design and safety.

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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