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Yokohama, Japan

Yoshimasa Ito

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Tokico, Ltd., Tokyo Juki Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1980-1984.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yoshimasa Ito. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yoshimasa-ito-0npukvlv

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 = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 127(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 548 
 
Tokico, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 105 
 
Tokyo Juki Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1980-1984

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7 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 4451195 - Arm for a program controlled manipulator (1984-05-29),
2. 4420812 - Teaching- playback robot (1983-12-13),
3. 4385358 - Robot (1983-05-24),
4. 4318360 - Cloth feeder for sewing machine (1982-03-09),
5. 4303027 - Cloth feeding apparatus (1981-12-01),
6. 4295435 - Cloth feed apparatus (1981-10-20),
7. 4187454 - Industrial robot (1980-02-05),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Yoshimasa Ito

Introduction

Yoshimasa Ito is a prominent inventor based in Yokohama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of robotics and automation, holding a total of 7 patents. His work focuses on developing advanced manipulative technologies that enhance the capabilities of robotic systems.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the "Arm for a Program Controlled Manipulator." This invention features a flexible arm equipped with a hydraulic rotary actuator, which is supported on an inflexible arm. The design includes a first arm member secured to the rotary shaft of the actuator, a second arm member that is swingably connected to the first, and a third arm member that is rotatably connected to the second. Additionally, a link member connects the first and third arm members, with a working tool mounted at the free end of the flexible arm. Another notable patent is the "Teaching-Playback Robot," which comprises a manipulator with multiple movable members. This robot includes a detector for monitoring the relative positions of the members, a switch for designating position signals during teaching operations, and a memory for storing these signals. An interpolating arithmetic circuit performs operations based on the position signals during playback.

Career Highlights

Yoshimasa Ito has worked with several notable companies throughout his career, including Tokico, Ltd. and Tokyo Juki Industrial Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in robotics and automation technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Yoshimasa has collaborated with talented individuals such as Junichi Ikeda and Tamio Uemura. These collaborations have further enriched his work and innovations in the field.

Conclusion

Yoshimasa Ito's contributions to robotics and automation are noteworthy, with a focus on developing innovative manipulative technologies. His patents reflect a commitment to advancing the capabilities of robotic systems, making him a significant figure in the field.

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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