Yoshiyuki Kikuchi

This inventor holds 29 USPTO granted patents and 25 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Fluorocarbon Materials. Top assignees: Asm IP Holding B.v., Tokyo Electron Limited, Alps Electric Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1986-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 29 (Patent Applications = 25)

% Patents Active = 72.4

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 224(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kawagoe, JP (1995)
Houya, JP (1995)
Fukushima-ken, JP (2002 - 2010)
Nirasaki, JP (2010)
Hillsboro, OR (US) (2011 - 2012)
Sendai, JP (2013)
Miyagi, JP (2022 - 2023)
Tokyo, JP (1986 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Tokyo Electron Limited

patents

5 out of 4,048

Alps Electric Co., Ltd.

patents

4. 3 out of 577

Alps Alpine Co., Ltd.

patents

5. 3 out of 1,010

Central Glass Company, Limited

patents

6. 3 out of 191

Sagami Chemical Research Center

patents

7. 3 out of 285

Toyo Soda Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1986-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Fluorocarbon Polymers

Carbon Film

Semiconductor Devices

Plasma Processing

Material Removal

Nitrogen-Containing Carbon

Carbon Layers

Adhesiveness

Barrier Properties

Input Devices

Plasma Technology

Chemical Compounds

29 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12747498 - Method of forming dielectric material layer using plasma (2026-09-29),

2. 12665171 - Method and system for selectively removing material at an edge of a substrate (2026-06-23),

3. 12571091 - Method for forming carbon film and film forming apparatus (2026-03-10),

4. 12568779 - Method of forming treated silicon-carbon material (2026-03-03),

5. 12506000 - Method of filling gap with flowable carbon layer (2025-12-23),

6. 12469693 - Method of forming a carbon-containing layer and structure including the layer (2025-11-11),

7. 12068154 - Method of forming a nitrogen-containing carbon film and system for performing the method (2024-08-20),

8. 11851919 - Door handle (2023-12-26),

9. 11773629 - Operation detection device and door handle (2023-10-03),

10. 11705333 - Structures including multiple carbon layers and methods of forming and using same (2023-07-18),

11. 11492823 - Door handle (2022-11-08),

12. 10910200 - Plasma processing apparatus and precoating method (2021-02-02),

13. 8691709 - Method of forming metal carbide barrier layers for fluorocarbon films (2014-04-08),

14. 8609552 - Method for controlling dangling bonds in fluorocarbon films (2013-12-17),

15. 8557714 - Adhesiveness of fluorocarbon (CFX) film by doping of amorphous carbon (2013-10-15),

Title: Innovator Yoshiyuki Kikuchi: Pioneering Advances in Carbon Technologies

Introduction

Yoshiyuki Kikuchi, based in Tokyo, Japan, is a prominent inventor recognized for his significant contributions to carbon film technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 20 patents, Kikuchi continues to push the boundaries of innovation in material sciences.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a method for forming a nitrogen-containing carbon film and the corresponding systems that implement this method. This breakthrough involves utilizing a precursor with carbon-terminated carbon-nitrogen bonds, allowing for enhanced material properties. Additionally, Kikuchi’s work includes methods for forming structures comprising multiple carbon layers, where varying density and properties between layers can be meticulously controlled. These advancements have broad implications for various applications in electronics and materials engineering.

Career Highlights

Kikuchi has built a distinguished career, having worked with leading companies such as Tokyo Electron Limited and Alps Electric Co., Ltd. These organizations have provided him with a platform to develop and refine his innovative ideas further, making significant strides in the field of carbon technology.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kikuchi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Shoji Suzuki and Kiyohide Matsui. These partnerships have fostered an environment of creativity and technical exchange, driving forward the progress of cutting-edge technologies.

Conclusion

Yoshiyuki Kikuchi stands out as an influential figure in the realm of innovation, particularly in the development of carbon-based materials. His extensive patent portfolio and collaborative efforts underscore his commitment to advancing technology and addressing contemporary challenges in material sciences.