Tochigi, Japan

Wataru Sato

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications. Top assignees: Showa Denko K.k., Honda Motor Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2015-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Wataru Sato. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/wataru-sato-yzavbq53

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 7 

% Patents Active = 85.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 16(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Ichihara, JP (2021)
  • Tochigi, JP (2015 - 2023)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2015-2023

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Wataru Sato: Innovator in Magnetic Recording Technology

Introduction

Wataru Sato is a prominent inventor based in Tochigi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of magnetic recording technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His innovative work has paved the way for advancements in data storage solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Sato has developed a base for magnetic recording mediums. This invention includes an aluminum alloy substrate and a nickel alloy film applied to at least one principal surface of the substrate. The nickel alloy film is formulated with specific compositions, including molybdenum (Mo) in a range of 0.5 wt % to 3 wt %, phosphorus (P) in a range of 11 wt % to 15 wt %, and aluminum (Al) in a range of 0.001 wt % to 0.1 wt %. Another notable patent involves a similar base for magnetic recording mediums, which incorporates iron (Fe) in a range of 0.0001 wt % to 0.001 wt %.

Career Highlights

Wataru Sato has worked with several notable companies throughout his career. He has been associated with Showa Denko K.K. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd., where he has contributed to various projects and innovations in the field of magnetic recording technology.

Collaborations

Sato has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Takenori Hashimoto and Norihisa Watanabe. Their combined expertise has further enhanced the development of innovative technologies in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Wataru Sato's contributions to magnetic recording technology demonstrate his commitment to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a deep understanding of materials and engineering, making him a key figure in advancing data storage 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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