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Inuyama, Japan

Tomoya Kimata

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Murata Machinery, Ltd.. Active years: 2013-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Tomoya Kimata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/tomoya-kimata

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal4 out of 744 
 
Murata Machinery, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 2013-2026

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12786673 - Wireless communication system, transport vehicle-side communication device, and communication method (2026-11-03),
2. 8915695 - Conveying system having endless drive medium and method for delivering/receiving article therein (2014-12-23),
3. 8567586 - Conveying system having endless drive medium, method for identifying carrier thereof, and carrier (2013-10-29),
4. 8485343 - Conveying system having endless drive medium and conveying method (2013-07-16),

Title: Innovations by Tomoya Kimata

Introduction

Tomoya Kimata is a notable inventor based in Inuyama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of transport systems, particularly through his innovative patents. With a total of 4 patents, Kimata's work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of conveying systems.

Latest Patents

Kimata's latest patents include a "Conveying system having endless drive medium and method for delivering/receiving article therein." This invention features a transport system where carriers are attached to an endless belt that rotates in a circulating manner. The system includes a hand that moves in both rotational and vertical directions, along with sensors to detect the carriers and measure distances. This design allows for efficient loading and unloading of articles without delays in signal processing.

Another significant patent is the "Conveying system having endless drive medium, method for identifying carrier thereof, and carrier." In this system, multiple carriers hold articles for transportation and are equipped with identification targets. The design incorporates sensors to detect these targets, enabling the system to identify carriers and operate the loading and unloading hands effectively.

Career Highlights

Tomoya Kimata is currently employed at Murata Machinery, Ltd., where he continues to develop innovative solutions in the field of transport systems. His work has contributed to advancements in automation and efficiency in material handling.

Conclusion

Tomoya Kimata's inventions reflect his commitment to improving transport systems through innovative engineering. His patents demonstrate a blend of creativity and practicality, making significant strides in the industry.

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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