Tatsuya Higaki

This inventor holds 23 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, plus 20 CIPO patents and 14 EPO patents, primarily in Metal Recovery Processes. Top assignees: Sumitomo Metal Mining Company, Ltd., Sumitomo Metal Mining., Ltd., Kyushu University. Active years: 2013-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tatsuya Higaki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tatsuya-higaki

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 23 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 39.1

CIPO Patents = 20 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 17)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.6

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 16(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Tokyo, JP (2016)
Ehime, JP (2015 - 2019)
Niihama, JP (2013 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

21 out of 898

Sumitomo Metal Mining Company, Ltd.

patents

2 out of 32

Sumitomo Metal Mining., Ltd.

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2013-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Cobalt Sulfate Production

Copper Separation

Nickel Recovery

Scandium Oxide Production

Hematite Production

Wastewater Treatment

Manganese Removal

Metal Refining

High-Purity Nickel

Acidic Solution Treatment

Chromite Recovery

23 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12759895 - Production method for cobalt sulfate (2026-10-13),

2. 12637361 - Production method for cobalt sulfate (2026-05-26),

3. 12000018 - Method for separating copper from nickel and cobalt (2024-06-04),

4. 11959151 - Method for separating copper from nickel and cobalt (2024-04-16),

5. 11718894 - Method for separating copper, and nickel and cobalt (2023-08-08),

6. 11214849 - Method for recovering scandium (2022-01-04),

7. 10968112 - Method for producing high-purity scandium oxide (2021-04-06),

8. 10570482 - Method for recovering scandium (2020-02-25),

9. 10344354 - Nickel recovery process (2019-07-09),

10. 10196710 - Method for recovering scandium (2019-02-05),

11. 10190189 - Scandium recovery process (2019-01-29),

12. 10156002 - Method for recovering scandium (2018-12-18),

13. 10081851 - Method for recovering high-purity scandium (2018-09-25),

14. 9963762 - Scandium recovery method (2018-05-08),

15. 9776885 - Method for producing hematite for ironmaking (2017-10-03),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Tatsuya Higaki

Introduction: Tatsuya Higaki is a renowned inventor hailing from Niihama, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Tatsuya Higaki holds several patents in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy technologies, showcasing his diverse range of expertise and innovative spirit.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Tatsuya Higaki has worked with leading tech companies and research institutions, spearheading projects that have revolutionized industries and improved the quality of life for many.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Tatsuya Higaki has collaborated with top engineers, scientists, and designers from around the world, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in all his projects.

Conclusion: Tatsuya Higaki's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for creating solutions to complex challenges have solidified his position as a visionary inventor in the global tech community.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.