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Iwata, Japan

Yoshiki Futaki

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Yamaha Hatsudoki Kabushiki Kaisha, Nhk Teleflex Corporation. Active years: 1992-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshiki Futaki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshiki-futaki

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 113(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Iwata, JP (1992 - 1998)
  • Shizuoka, JP (2000)
  • Itawa, JP (2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 4,359 
 
Yamaha Hatsudoki Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 1 
 
Nhk Teleflex Corporation
 patent
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1992-2012

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8156881 - Steering handle unit of watercraft (2012-04-17),
2. 6022250 - Watercraft with twin jet propulsion units (2000-02-08),
3. 5707264 - Jet propulsion boat (1998-01-13),
4. 5603644 - Jet propulsion boat (1997-02-18),
5. 5522742 - Clean-out arrangement for jet propelled watercraft (1996-06-04),
6. 5240443 - Jet propelled boat (1993-08-31),
7. 5224887 - Screen for watercraft jet propulsion unit (1993-07-06),
8. 5209683 - Removable jet propulsion unit for watercraft (1993-05-11),
9. 5184966 - Adjustable jet propulsion unit for watercraft (1993-02-09),
10. 5176547 - Water jet propulsion unit (1993-01-05),
11. 5151057 - Water jet propulsion boat (1992-09-29),

Title: Innovations of Yoshiki Futaki

Introduction

Yoshiki Futaki is a prominent inventor based in Iwata, Japan, known for his contributions to watercraft technology. With a total of 11 patents to his name, he has made significant advancements in steering mechanisms and propulsion systems for watercraft.

Latest Patents

Futaki's latest patents include a steering handle unit for watercraft, which features a steering shaft rotatably supported by a housing. This design allows for the rotational movement of a handlebar while regulating its axial translation through a unique lock mechanism. Another notable patent is for a watercraft with twin jet propulsion units, which improves the mounting arrangement for these units. This innovation enhances performance and simplifies assembly by providing a unified mounting plate that allows for precise alignment and increased rigidity.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Yoshiki Futaki has worked with notable companies such as Yamaha Hatsudoki Kabushiki Kaisha and Yamaha Hatsoduki Kabushiki Kaisha. His work has focused on improving watercraft technology, making significant strides in both design and functionality.

Collaborations

Futaki has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Noboru Kobayashi and Hirofumi Imaeda, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the field of watercraft engineering.

Conclusion

Yoshiki Futaki's contributions to watercraft technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in watercraft design and functionality.

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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