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Nagoya, Japan

Toshiaki Suzuki

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Wire Harness Manufacturing. Top assignees: Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited, Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Limited, Autonetworks Technologies, Limited. Active years: 1996-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toshiaki Suzuki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toshiaki-suzuki-pmmx321t

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 93.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 92(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kasai, JP (1996)
  • Aichi, JP (1999)
  • Nagoya, JP (1999 - 2003)
  • Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, JP (2003)
  • Mie, JP (2007 - 2010)
  • Yokkaichi, JP (2010)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal9 out of 10,652 
 
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Limited
 patents
silverMedal9 out of 6,426 
 
Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal5 out of 2,281 
 
Autonetworks Technologies, Limited
 patents
4. 3 out of 59 
 
Harness System Technologies Research, Ltd.
 patents
5. 1 out of 3 
 
Harness System Technologies, Ltd.
 patents
6. 1 out of 2 
 
Hih Biocenter, Inc.
 patents
7. 1 out of 1 
 
Sumiden Asahi Industries, Ltd.
 patent
8. 7 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1996-2010

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Areas of Expertise:
Electric Wire
Cold-Pressure Welding
Wire Harness
Automotive Wiring
Connector
Ultrasonic Welding
Manufacturing Process
Poly(Alkylene Oxide)
Water-Stopping Method
Terminal Mounting
Conductive Path
Wiring Route
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7699654 - Electric wire and water-stopping method therefor (2010-04-20),
2. 7677430 - Cold-pressure welding method and metal product welded by the method (2010-03-16),
3. 7506439 - Electric wire water-stopping method (2009-03-24),
4. 7238884 - Earthing electric wire and water-stopping method therefor (2007-07-03),
5. 7186125 - Conductive path and connector (2007-03-06),
6. 6664365 - Process for producing poly(alkylene oxide) in the presence of a phosphazenium salt or compound (2003-12-16),
7. 6640425 - Apparatus for producing wire harnesses for automotive vehicles (2003-11-04),
8. 6446743 - Wire harness assembly line and wheeled worktables (2002-09-10),
9. 6381831 - Terminal mounting machine (2002-05-07),
10. 6321445 - Apparatus and method of manufacturing an automobile wiring harness having a predetermined wiring route (2001-11-27),
11. 6170152 - Apparatus for making a wire harness (2001-01-09),
12. 6163958 - Method for making vehicular wire harness having juxtaposed wires (2000-12-26),
13. 6128810 - Device for mounting connector terminals used for wire harness (2000-10-10),
14. 5947364 - Ultrasonic welding apparatus (1999-09-07),
15. 5913469 - Method of and apparatus for ensuring a wire feed amount in manufacturing (1999-06-22),

Title: Toshiaki Suzuki: Innovator in Electric Wire Solutions and Advanced Welding Technologies

Introduction

Toshiaki Suzuki, a prominent inventor based in Nagoya, Japan, has made significant contributions to the fields of electrical wiring and metal welding. With a notable portfolio of 16 patents, his innovations showcase a blend of advanced engineering and practical problem-solving.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is an innovative design for an electric wire that incorporates a unique water-stopping method. This invention features a conductor surrounded by a coating material, with a flowable water-stopping agent strategically placed between the conductor and the coating material, specifically at the connection terminal side. Another significant patent involves a cold-pressure welding method, which details a process wherein a first metal plate is welded to a second metal plate by directly applying pressure using a die. This method enhances the durability and performance of the welded product, particularly through the deformation of a recess portion on the first metal plate, which boasts a hardness greater than that of the second metal plate.

Career Highlights

Toshiaki Suzuki has honed his expertise while working with reputable companies such as Sumitomo Wiring Systems Ltd. and Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd. His experiences in these organizations have been pivotal in shaping his approach to innovation in electric wire solutions and welding technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Suzuki has collaborated with talented professionals, including coworkers Tetsuji Tanaka and Hiroki Hirai. These partnerships have likely contributed to the refinement and success of his inventions.

Conclusion

Toshiaki Suzuki's inventive spirit and dedication to fostering innovation have established him as a key figure in his fields. His patents not only solve pressing technical challenges but also pave the way for advancements in electric wiring and metal processing technologies.

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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