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Tokyo, Japan

Yasushi Kihara

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents. Top assignees: The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., Furukawa Automotive Systems Inc., Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2004-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yasushi Kihara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yasushi-kihara

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 = 4.6

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 47(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 2,643 
 
The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal11 out of 254 
 
Furukawa Automotive Systems Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 38,912 
 
Toyota Jidosha Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2004-2019

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10418772 - Method for manufacturing terminal-equipped electrical wires (2019-09-17),
2. 10305240 - Wire harness, connection method between covered conducting wire and terminal, and wire harness structure body (2019-05-28),
3. 9899119 - Electric wire apparatus (2018-02-20),
4. 9853367 - Wire harness, method of connecting terminal and coated wire, and mold (2017-12-26),
5. 9837728 - Electrical wire with terminal, and wire harness structure (2017-12-05),
6. 9755325 - Terminal, wire harness, terminal and coated conductor wire connection method, and wire harness structure (2017-09-05),
7. 9548545 - Crimp terminal, and method and apparatus for manufacturing a crimp terminal (2017-01-17),
8. 9531088 - Crimp terminal, connection structural body, and method of manufacturing connection structural body (2016-12-27),
9. 9391376 - Crimp terminal, connection structural body and connector (2016-07-12),
10. 9240635 - Crimp terminal, connection structural body, connector and pressure-bonding method of crimp terminal (2016-01-19),
11. 8974258 - Crimp terminal, connection structural body and connector (2015-03-10),
12. 6793403 - Method of producing ferrule and ferrule (2004-09-21),
13. 6767196 - Manufacturing apparatus for producing a multi-fiber optical ferrule (2004-07-27),
14. 6702962 - Manufacturing method of ferrule for multi optical connector (2004-03-09),

Title: Yasushi Kihara: Innovator in Electrical Wire Manufacturing

Introduction

Yasushi Kihara is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of electrical wire manufacturing, holding a total of 14 patents. His innovative approaches have advanced the technology used in terminal-equipped electrical wires.

Latest Patents

Kihara's latest patents include a method for manufacturing terminal-equipped electrical wires. This method involves the precise meshing of molds to compress the crimping portion, which is then crimped to conductive wires and a cover portion. The invention features a two-step compression process, where the cover portion is preliminarily compressed before undergoing final compression. The compression rates for both the wire and the covered area are meticulously set to ensure optimal performance, with specific ranges defined for each.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Yasushi Kihara has worked with notable companies such as Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. and Furukawa Automotive Systems Inc. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to various innovative projects in the electrical industry.

Collaborations

Kihara has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Yukihiro Kawamura and Takashi Tonoike. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Yasushi Kihara's work in electrical wire manufacturing exemplifies innovation and dedication. His patents and collaborations continue to influence the industry, showcasing his commitment to advancing 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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