Ibaraki, Japan

Yoshihide Kawaguchi

This inventor holds 9 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Nitto-Denko Corporation. Active years: 1998-2016.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshihide Kawaguchi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshihide-kawaguchi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 9 

% Patents Active = 11.1

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 34(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Osaka, JP (1998)
  • Ibaraki, JP (2007 - 2016)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1998-2016

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9 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Yoshihide Kawaguchi

Introduction

Yoshihide Kawaguchi is a prominent inventor based in Ibaraki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of semi-permeable membranes. With a total of 9 patents to his name, Kawaguchi's work has had a substantial impact on various industrial applications.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is for a composite semi-permeable membrane and the method for producing it. This invention aims to provide a composite semi-permeable membrane that exhibits excellent chemical resistance while maintaining practical water permeability and salt-blocking properties. The membrane consists of a porous support and a skin layer formed on its surface, where the porous support is made from a thermosetting resin porous sheet with a three-dimensional network structure and interconnected pores. Another notable patent involves a method for producing a porous thermosetting resin sheet, which is crucial for creating composite semi-permeable membranes with enhanced chemical resistance and practical functionality.

Career Highlights

Kawaguchi is currently associated with Nitto Denko Corporation, a leading company in the field of advanced materials. His work at the company has allowed him to focus on innovative solutions that address the challenges in membrane technology. His inventions have not only advanced the field but have also contributed to the company's reputation as a pioneer in material science.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kawaguchi has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Yutaka Moroishi and Tetsuo Inoue. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking innovations in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Yoshihide Kawaguchi's contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in the development of semi-permeable membranes, highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing technology. His patents reflect a commitment to creating practical solutions that address real-world challenges.

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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