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Wako, Japan

Yuji Yokochi

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents. Top assignee: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2011-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yuji Yokochi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yuji-yokochi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 12 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 64(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Saitama, JP (2015)
  • Utsunomiya, JP (2018)
  • Wako, JP (2011 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 22,006 
 
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 2011-2022

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11423777 - Traffic sign displaying device (2022-08-23),
2. 10336190 - Road sign information display system and method in vehicle (2019-07-02),
3. 10300853 - Sign display apparatus and method for vehicle (2019-05-28),
4. 10210405 - Sign information display system and method (2019-02-19),
5. 10147005 - Sign display apparatus (2018-12-04),
6. 9892641 - Regulatory information notifying device and method (2018-02-13),
7. 9704395 - Traffic sign determination device (2017-07-11),
8. 9626865 - Traffic sign determination device (2017-04-18),
9. 9123247 - Surrounding area monitoring apparatus for vehicle (2015-09-01),
10. 8988276 - Vehicle surroundings monitoring device (2015-03-24),
11. 8077204 - Vehicle periphery monitoring device, vehicle, vehicle periphery monitoring program, and vehicle periphery monitoring method (2011-12-13),
12. 7974445 - Vehicle periphery monitoring device, vehicle, and vehicle periphery monitoring program (2011-07-05),

Title: Yuji Yokochi: Innovator in Traffic Sign Technology

Introduction

Yuji Yokochi is a prominent inventor based in Wako, Japan, known for his significant contributions to traffic sign technology. With a total of 12 patents to his name, he has made remarkable advancements in the field of vehicle safety and navigation.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations is a traffic sign displaying device. This device includes a processor that recognizes traffic sign information from images captured ahead of a vehicle. It also obtains additional traffic sign information from map data based on the vehicle's position. The device is designed to stop displaying traffic sign information if there is a mismatch between the recognized and obtained information after a certain distance or time. Another notable patent is a road sign information display system and method, which determines whether to display information about a recognized road sign based on the driving state of a vehicle in front.

Career Highlights

Yuji Yokochi is currently employed at Honda Motor Co., Ltd., where he continues to develop innovative solutions for enhancing vehicle safety. His work has been instrumental in improving how vehicles interact with traffic signs, ultimately contributing to safer driving experiences.

Collaborations

He collaborates with talented coworkers, including Shinnosuke Saito and Izumi Takatsudo, who share his passion for innovation in automotive technology.

Conclusion

Yuji Yokochi's contributions to traffic sign technology exemplify his commitment to enhancing vehicle safety through innovation. His patents reflect a deep understanding of the challenges faced in modern driving environments.

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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