Wako, Japan

Takeshi Yanagisawa

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Power Storage Devices. Top assignees: Honda Motor Co., Ltd., Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, Eliiy Power Co., Ltd. Active years: 1989-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Takeshi Yanagisawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/takeshi-yanagisawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17 

% Patents Active = 52.9


Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 71(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Saitama, JP (1989 - 2008)
  • Sakado, JP (2012)
  • Wako, JP (2013 - 2022)
  • Tochigi, JP (2019 - 2022)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1989-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Touch-Start Welding
Power Storage Device
Stator Manufacturing
Engine Control
Electrical Conductors
Battery Charging
Generator Motor Unit
Vehicle Control
Clamp Jig
Casing Sealing Structure
Throttle Actuator
Power Generation
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Innovations of Takeshi Yanagisawa

Introduction

Takeshi Yanagisawa is a prominent inventor based in Wako, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of welding technology and power storage devices. With a total of 17 patents to his name, Yanagisawa has made remarkable advancements that enhance efficiency and safety in various applications.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a touch-start welding method between coils of different heights and the associated device. This invention includes a TIG welding device that comprises a welding robot, a robot control device, a welding torch, a welding control device, a gas feeder, and a height detection device. The welding torch is positioned at a reference point, while the height detection device measures the heights of two tip parts. The robot control device operates the welding robot to ensure that the torch electrode makes contact with the central part of the higher tip. As the torch electrode moves towards the reference position with power supplied, an arc is generated, melting and welding the tip parts together.

Another notable invention is a power storage device designed to prevent rainwater and washing water from entering its casing. This device features a secondary battery housed in a sealed structure, equipped with a safety valve and a drainage through hole. The casing includes an external container for the battery and an upper lid with a concave portion that houses the safety valve, ensuring optimal protection against moisture.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Takeshi Yanagisawa has worked with notable companies such as Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that address real-world challenges in engineering and technology.

Collaborations

Yanagisawa has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Kenichiro Murata and Akifumi Sudo, contributing to a dynamic exchange of ideas and expertise in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Takeshi Yanagisawa's contributions to welding technology and power storage devices exemplify his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing engineering solutions. His patents reflect a commitment to improving safety and efficiency in industrial applications.

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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