Yukihiro Matsubara

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 10 published patent applications and 11 EPO patents. Top assignees: Jfe Steel Corporation, The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.. Active years: 2018-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 (Patent Applications = 10)

% Patents Active = 84.6

EPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 24)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 5(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kurashiki, JP (2018 - 2020)
Tokyo, JP (2021 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

11 out of 1,953

Jfe Steel Corporation

patents

2 out of 2,643

The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.

patents

Years Active: 2018-2026

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13 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12623264 - Manufacturing method and manufacturing equipment of cold-rolled steel sheet (2026-05-12),

2. 12576437 - Cold rolling facility, cold rolling method, and manufacturing method of metal plate (2026-03-17),

3. 12529119 - Method of producing hot-rolled steel sheet for grain-oriented electrical steel sheet and method of producing grain-oriented electrical steel sheet (2026-01-20),

4. 12403514 - Steel-sheet meandering amount measurement device, steel-sheet meandering amount measurement method, hot-rolling equipment for hot-rolled steel strip, and hot-rolling method of hot-rolled steel strip (2025-09-02),

5. 12318826 - Cold-rolled steel strip manufacturing facility and method for manufacturing cold-rolled steel strip (2025-06-03),

6. 11901211 - Semiconductor-processing tape (2024-02-13),

7. 11788165 - Hot-band annealing equipment, hot-band annealing method and descaling method for Si-containing hot rolled steel sheet (2023-10-17),

8. 11772142 - Rolling method, production method for metal sheet, and rolling device (2023-10-03),

9. 11282736 - Mask-integrated surface protective tape with release liner (2022-03-22),

10. 11065658 - Notching equipment for steel strip, method of notching steel strip, cold rolling facility, and method of cold rolling (2021-07-20),

11. 10633730 - Material for cold-rolled stainless steel sheet (2020-04-28),

12. 10550454 - Cold-rolled ferritic stainless steel sheet (2020-02-04),

13. 10000824 - Material for cold-rolled stainless steel sheet and production method therefor (2018-06-19),

Title: The Innovations of Yukihiro Matsubara

Introduction

Yukihiro Matsubara is a prominent inventor based in Kurashiki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of steel manufacturing, holding a total of 10 patents. His work focuses on improving the efficiency and reliability of steel production processes.

Latest Patents

Matsubara's latest patents include a steel-sheet meandering amount measurement device and method, as well as hot-rolling equipment for hot-rolled steel strips. The meandering amount measurement device calculates the meandering amount of a steel sheet using reliable edge site measurements. Additionally, his cold-rolled steel strip manufacturing facility features a unique joining device and heating mechanism that enhances the production process.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Matsubara has worked with notable companies such as JFE Steel Corporation and The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. His innovations have played a crucial role in advancing steel manufacturing technologies.

Collaborations

Matsubara has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Masataka Yoshino and Ayako Ta. Their combined expertise has contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies in the steel industry.

Conclusion

Yukihiro Matsubara's contributions to steel manufacturing through his patents and collaborations highlight his importance as an inventor in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in steel production processes.