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Kobe, Japan

Yutaka Kuroda

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited. Active years: 1987-2006.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Yutaka Kuroda. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/yutaka-kuroda

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 82.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 245(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hyogo, JP (1987 - 1991)
  • Shirakawa, JP (1997 - 1999)
  • Kobe, JP (1993 - 2006)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 4,544 
 
Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited
 patents

Years Active: 1987-2006

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17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6991015 - Pneumatic tire having non-symmetric pattern (2006-01-31),
2. 6814118 - Pneumatic tire with specified airtight layer on inner surface (2004-11-09),
3. 6491081 - Method of manufacturing radial tire having wound band (2002-12-10),
4. 6293327 - Pneumatic tire (2001-09-25),
5. 6251205 - Method of manufacturing radial tire having wound band (2001-06-26),
6. 5972142 - Method of manufacturing radial tire having wound band (1999-10-26),
7. 5879485 - Pneumatic radial tire including rubber spacer between axially adjacent (1999-03-09),
8. 5820711 - Pneumatic radial tire including rubber spacer between axially adjacent (1998-10-13),
9. 5639321 - Pneumatic radial tire including rubber spacer between axially adjacent (1997-06-17),
10. 5435364 - Pneumatic radial tire with four main grooves (1995-07-25),
11. D340898 - Automobile tire (1993-11-02),
12. D340897 - Automobile tire (1993-11-02),
13. D317741 - Automobile tire (1991-06-25),
14. D313781 - Automobile tire (1991-01-15),
15. D311366 - Automobile tire (1990-10-16),

Title: Yutaka Kuroda: Innovator in Pneumatic Tire Technology

Introduction

Yutaka Kuroda is a prominent inventor based in Kobe, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of pneumatic tire technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His innovative designs have advanced the performance and safety of tires used in various vehicles.

Latest Patents

Kuroda's latest patents include a pneumatic tire featuring a non-symmetric pattern. This design incorporates a land ratio that is larger on the outer tread surface compared to the inner tread surface. Additionally, he has developed a pneumatic tire with a specified airtight layer on the inner surface. This layer is made of air-impermeable rubber and is designed to enhance the tire's durability and performance.

Career Highlights

Yutaka Kuroda is currently employed at Sumitomo Rubber Industries Limited, where he continues to innovate in tire technology. His work has been instrumental in improving tire designs, contributing to both safety and efficiency in the automotive industry.

Collaborations

Kuroda has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Masayuki Sakamoto and Katsuhito Miura. Their combined expertise has fostered advancements in tire technology and innovation.

Conclusion

Yutaka Kuroda's contributions to pneumatic tire technology exemplify his dedication to innovation and excellence. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing vehicle performance and safety through advanced tire designs.

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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