Yuji Hiroshige

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company. Active years: 2001-2015.

USPTO Granted Patents = 10 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 30.0

EPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 6)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 68(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Sagamihara, JP (2008 - 2009)
Tokyo, JP (2001 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

10 out of 22,379

3M Innovative Properties Company

patents

Years Active: 2001-2015

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10 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9110236 - Retroreflective elements (2015-08-18),

2. 8728356 - Composite thermoelectric material and method for producing the same (2014-05-20),

3. 8669635 - Electrically conductive nanocomposite material and thermoelectric device comprising the material (2014-03-11),

4. 8519505 - Electrically conductive polymer composite and thermoelectric device using electrically conductive polymer material (2013-08-27),

5. 8287768 - Polythienylenevinylene thermoelectric conversion material (2012-10-16),

6. 7527753 - Acrylic-based thermally conductive composition and thermally conductive sheet (2009-05-05),

7. 7364666 - Flexible circuits and method of making same (2008-04-29),

8. 6699351 - Anisotropically conductive adhesive composition and anisotropically conductive adhesive film formed from it (2004-03-02),

9. 6309502 - Conductive epoxy resin compositions, anisotropically conductive adhesive films and electrical connecting methods (2001-10-30),

10. 6228500 - Adhesive composition and precursor thereof (2001-05-08),

Title: Yuji Hiroshige: Innovator in Thermoelectric Materials and Retroreflective Elements

Introduction

Yuji Hiroshige is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of materials science, particularly in thermoelectric materials and retroreflective elements. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Hiroshige continues to push the boundaries of innovation.

Latest Patents

Hiroshige's latest patents include a pavement marker that features retroreflective elements. This innovative design incorporates a core with protrusions and a cavity between adjacent protrusions, where microsphere lenses are fixed using a softening material or an adhesive agent. Another notable patent is for a composite thermoelectric material, which can be formed into a flexible and thin type. This thermoelectric material consists of a binder resin, thermoelectric material particles, and fine metal particles supported on the surface of the thermoelectric material particles.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Yuji Hiroshige has been associated with 3M Innovative Properties Company, where he has developed groundbreaking technologies. His work has not only advanced the field of thermoelectric materials but has also improved the functionality of pavement markers.

Collaborations

Hiroshige has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Norihisa Watanabe and Jun Fujita, contributing to various innovative projects and enhancing the scope of their research.

Conclusion

Yuji Hiroshige's contributions to the fields of thermoelectric materials and retroreflective elements exemplify his commitment to innovation. His patents reflect a deep understanding of material science and a dedication to improving technology for practical applications.