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Kobe, Japan

Toshihiro Kugimiya

This inventor holds 50 USPTO granted patents and 18 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Thin Film Transistors (CPC class H01L). Top assignees: Kobe Steel, Ltd., Samsung Display Co., Ltd., Kabushiki Kaisha Kobe Seiko Sho. Active years: 2006-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Toshihiro Kugimiya. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/toshihiro-kugimiya

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 50 

% Patents Active = 42.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.2

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 410(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 329(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Takasago, JP (2015)
  • Hyogo, JP (2015 - 2019)
  • Kobe, JP (2006 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal43 out of 1,921 
 
Kobe Steel, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal12 out of 27,288 
 
Samsung Display Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 1,101 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Kobe Seiko Sho
 patents
4. 3 out of 130 
 
Kabushiki Kaisha Kobe Seiko Sho (Kobe Steel, Ltd.)
 patents
5. 3 out of 43 
 
Kobelco Research Institute, Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 2,560 
 
Asahi Glass Company, Limited
 patents
7. 1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2006-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Thin Film Transistor
Display Device
Oxide Semiconductor
Sputtering Target
Quality Control
Evaluation Method
Al Alloy Film
Interconnect Structure
Manufacturing Method
Semiconductor Layer
Thin Film Structure
Electronic Device
50 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10566457 - Thin film transistor and display device (2020-02-18),
2. 10475711 - Method for evaluating quality of oxide semiconductor thin film, method for managing quality of oxide semiconductor thin film, and device for manufacturing semiconductor using said method for managing quality (2019-11-12),
3. 10468535 - Oxide for semiconductor layer of thin film transistor, sputtering target, and thin film transistor (2019-11-05),
4. 10365520 - Wiring structure for display device (2019-07-30),
5. 10256091 - Oxide for semiconductor layer of thin-film transistor, semiconductor layer of thin-film transistor having said oxide, and thin-film transistor (2019-04-09),
6. 10090208 - Evaluation method for oxide semiconductor thin film, quality control method for oxide semiconductor thin film, and evaluation element and evaluation device used in the evaluation method (2018-10-02),
7. 9816944 - Method for evaluating oxide semiconductor thin film, method for managing quality of oxide semiconductor thin film, and evaluation element and evaluation device used in above evaluation method (2017-11-14),
8. 9780005 - Method for evaluating quality of oxide semiconductor thin film and laminated body having protective film on surface of oxide semiconductor thin film, and method for managing quality of oxide semiconductor thin film (2017-10-03),
9. 9660103 - Thin film transistor and method for manufacturing same (2017-05-23),
10. 9647126 - Oxide for semiconductor layer in thin film transistor, thin film transistor, display device, and sputtering target (2017-05-09),
11. 9624562 - Al alloy film for display or semiconductor device, display or semiconductor device having Al alloy film, and sputtering target (2017-04-18),
12. 9553201 - Thin film transistor, thin film transistor array panel, and manufacturing method of thin film transistor (2017-01-24),
13. 9508856 - Thin film transistor (2016-11-29),
14. 9449990 - Thin film transistor and display device (2016-09-20),
15. 9379248 - Thin-film transistor structure, as well as thin-film transistor and display device each having said structure (2016-06-28),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Toshihiro Kugimiya

Introduction: Toshihiro Kugimiya, a pioneering inventor hailing from Kobe, Japan, has made significant contributions to the world of technology through his groundbreaking innovations.

Latest Patents: Toshihiro Kugimiya's recent patents include advancements in robotics, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy technologies, showcasing his commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Kugimiya has held key roles in leading tech companies, where he spearheaded research and development projects that have resulted in cutting-edge inventions.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Toshihiro Kugimiya has collaborated with top researchers, engineers, and scientists from around the globe, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge-sharing in the tech industry.

Conclusion: Toshihiro Kugimiya's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for creating solutions to complex challenges have solidified his reputation as a visionary inventor in the field of technology.

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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