Rochester Hills, MI, United States of America

Wagner Yukio Hirao

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents. Top assignees: Arvin Meritor Technology, LLC, Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems Cameri Spa, Meritor Heavy Vehicle Technology, LLC. Active years: 2003-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Wagner Yukio Hirao. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/wagner-yukio-hirao

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 92.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 90(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Troy, MI (US) (2003 - 2015)
  • Rochester Hills, MI (US) (2016 - 2022)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2003-2022

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Wagner Yukio Hirao: Innovator in Axle Assembly and Torque Transmission Technologies

Introduction

Wagner Yukio Hirao is a prominent inventor based in Rochester Hills, MI (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of automotive technology, holding a total of 14 patents. His innovative designs focus on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of axle assemblies and torque transmission systems.

Latest Patents

Hirao's latest patents include an "Axle assembly having an electric motor module." This invention features an axle housing, a differential carrier, and an electric motor module. The differential carrier is mounted to the axle housing and rotatably supports a differential. The electric motor module is integrated within the differential carrier and is operatively connected to provide torque to the differential. Another notable patent is the "Torque transmission apparatus and a collar." This apparatus includes a shift collar and a drive component, where the shift collar has a collar gear with a concave collar tooth side surface. The drive component features a tooth with a convex lateral side surface, allowing for precise alignment and torque transmission.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hirao has worked with several notable companies, including Arvin Meritor Technology, LLC and Meritor Heavy Vehicle Systems. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas in the automotive sector.

Collaborations

Hirao has collaborated with talented individuals such as Dhanapal Vittala Raya and Pedro Garcia. These partnerships have contributed to the successful development of his patented technologies.

Conclusion

Wagner Yukio Hirao is a distinguished inventor whose work in axle assembly and torque transmission technologies has made a significant impact in the automotive industry. His innovative patents and collaborations highlight his commitment to advancing engineering solutions.

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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