Tetsuhiro Takenaka

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2014-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 92.3

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 9)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.1

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 7(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

13 out of 38,774

Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

Years Active: 2014-2026

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13 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12618513 - Guide jig (2026-05-05),

2. 12551914 - Injection device (2026-02-17),

3. 12435834 - Holding member, injection device, and insertion direction guide method (2025-10-07),

4. 12434272 - Ejection device and method for removing foreign matter (2025-10-07),

5. 12234947 - Ejection device (2025-02-25),

6. 12203506 - Greasing device and greasing method (2025-01-21),

7. 12158237 - Insertion amount grasping device (2024-12-03),

8. 12152635 - Guide jig (2024-11-26),

9. 12117123 - Holding member, injection device, and insertion direction guide method (2024-10-15),

10. 11333201 - Greasing device for clutch release mechanism (2022-05-17),

11. 10578052 - End plate for vehicle (2020-03-03),

12. 9091304 - Torsional vibration attenuation apparatus (2015-07-28),

13. 8821300 - Torsional vibration attenuation apparatus (2014-09-02),

Title: Tetsuhiro Takenaka: Innovator in Medical Device Technology

Introduction

Tetsuhiro Takenaka is a prominent inventor based in Miyoshi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of medical device technology, holding a total of 13 patents. His innovative designs focus on improving the functionality and efficiency of medical instruments.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are a holding member, an injection device, and an insertion direction guide method. The holding member is designed to securely hold both an injection portion and an imaging unit side by side. It features an injection-portion insertion portion that allows for the press-fitting of the injection portion, as well as an imaging-unit insertion portion for the imaging unit. This design enables the insertion portion to be maneuvered in narrow spaces while being gripped by an operator. The injection portion is cylindrical and includes a fluid substance injection port at its tip. The imaging unit is also cylindrical and captures images of the injection portion's tip and its surrounding environment. Additionally, he has developed an ejection device and method for removing foreign matter. This device includes an insertion portion held by an operator, which is inserted into narrow spaces to remove foreign matter adhering to relevant portions.

Career Highlights

Tetsuhiro Takenaka is currently employed at Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading automotive manufacturer. His work at Toyota has allowed him to apply his innovative ideas in a practical setting, contributing to advancements in medical technology.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Keisuke Fukushima and Masashi Katsura, who have also contributed to the development of innovative medical devices.

Conclusion

Tetsuhiro Takenaka's work exemplifies the spirit of innovation in medical technology. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing the functionality of medical devices, ultimately improving patient care.