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Chiba, Japan

Yukio Kohmura

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignee: The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1991-2004.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yukio Kohmura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yukio-kohmura

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 237(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Chiba, JP (1991 - 1997)
  • Aichi, JP (2003)
  • Chiyoda-ku, JP (2004)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 2,643 
 
The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1991-2004

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6748766 - Porous preform vitrification apparatus (2004-06-15),
2. 6644069 - Method of heating and processing an end of an optical fiber preform and apparatus for heating and processing an end of an optical fiber preform (2003-11-11),
3. 6619074 - Apparatus and method for production of a porous optical fiber preform (2003-09-16),
4. 6519977 - Optical fiber preform suspending and supporting apparatus and optical fiber preform processing apparatus (2003-02-18),
5. 5672193 - Production apparatus for producing an optical fiber cable (1997-09-30),
6. 5558721 - Vapor phase growth system and a gas-drive motor (1996-09-24),
7. 5548213 - Method and system for forming and inspecting an electroconductive film (1996-08-20),
8. 5262726 - Method and system for inspection of electroconductive film using eddy (1993-11-16),
9. 5183490 - Optical fiber soot synthesis apparatus (1993-02-02),
10. 4991542 - Method of forming a thin film by plasma CVD and apapratus for forming a (1991-02-12),

Title: Innovations of Yukio Kohmura

Introduction

Yukio Kohmura is a prominent inventor based in Chiba, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical fiber technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His work focuses on advanced methods and apparatuses for processing optical fibers, which are crucial for modern telecommunications.

Latest Patents

Kohmura's latest patents include a "Porous Preform Vitrification Apparatus." This invention features a mechanism for forcibly feeding nitrogen from a furnace core tube to a discharge gas pipe. This design aims to balance the pressure between the furnace core tube and the surrounding heating furnace body, minimizing pressure fluctuations. Another notable patent is the "Method of Heating and Processing an End of an Optical Fiber Preform." This method involves heating and melting the end of a vitrified optical fiber preform, allowing for the creation of a shape suitable for drawing into optical fibers.

Career Highlights

Kohmura is associated with The Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd., a company known for its innovations in electrical and optical technologies. His work has significantly advanced the capabilities of optical fiber manufacturing, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of fiber optics in various applications.

Collaborations

Kohmura has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Yoshinori Ishida and Toshihiro Mikami. Their combined expertise has fostered a productive environment for innovation and development in optical technologies.

Conclusion

Yukio Kohmura's contributions to optical fiber technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in telecommunications and related industries.

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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