This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: National University Corporation Shiga University of Medical Science, Zeon Corporation. Active years: 2026.
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Title: Wataru Yonemichi and His Steerable Catheter Patent
Introduction
Wataru Yonemichi is an inventor associated with Tokyo, Japan. His work includes a steerable catheter design intended to improve both maneuverability and ease of insertion.
Latest Patents
The available information identifies one patent associated with Yonemichi: “Steerable Catheter.” The invention describes a flexible tube with a proximal end and a distal end. Its first section maintains substantially consistent flexibility under axial compression, while its porous second section becomes stiffer when compressed and softens when the compression is released. Wires allow an operator to apply and release compression and to deflect the catheter’s distal section. The design aims to improve the catheter’s operability and insertability. Yonemichi is associated with 1 patent.
Career Highlights
Yonemichi’s listed organizational affiliations include National University Corporation Shiga University of Medical Science and Zeon Corporation. These affiliations connect his profile with both academic and corporate settings.
Collaborations
Atsushi Yamada is identified as Yonemichi’s coworker. The available information does not specify their particular projects or the nature of their collaboration.
Conclusion
Wataru Yonemichi’s listed patent focuses on a compression-responsive catheter section that supports controlled steering while maintaining flexibility for insertion.
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