Japanese Patent Intelligence

Industry: Advanced Materials

809 patents
国立研究開発法人防災科学技術研究所 ★ S Rank

Elevating Structure

This technology provides a revolutionary flood-resilient structure, enabling buildings to automatically elevate horizontally during floods or tsunamis and …

Civil & Architecture Advanced Materials

Flood Resilience: Elevating Structures Cut Disaster Losses by up to 90%

~$2M/year estimated disaster loss risk reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Metal Oxide Foams and Their Applications

This technology enables the cost-effective production of high-performance metal oxide foams with precisely controlled pore structures and high surface area…

Manufacturing Advanced Materials

High-Performance Foams: Cut Manufacturing Costs by ~65%, Boost Eco-Efficiency

~$150K/year estimated manufacturing cost reduction per facility (est.)

慶應義塾 ★ S Rank

Method and Apparatus for Formic Acid Production Using Conductive Diamond Electrodes

This technology efficiently converts CO2 into formic acid using a conductive diamond electrode and intermittent liquid supply. It optimizes electrode react…

Advanced Materials

CO2 to Formic Acid: 1.5x Productivity, 80% Emissions Cut

~$1.0M/year estimated cost reduction and revenue increase per facility (est.)

学校法人日本大学 ★ S Rank

Method for Producing Non-Obese Hyperglycemic Non-Human Mammals

This technology provides a novel method to efficiently create non-obese hyperglycemic animal models by inducing fetal ischemia during late gestation. It en…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Life Sciences

3x Faster Drug Discovery for Non-Obese Diabetes Models

~$3.5M/year estimated research cost reduction per project (est.)

学校法人神奈川大学 ★ S Rank

Compounds, and Light-Emitting, Optical, and Photoconversion Materials Using the Same

This technology introduces novel low-molecular-weight compounds capable of emitting diverse visible light wavelengths, overcoming limitations of traditiona…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials

Multicolor Emission, Low-Cost Synthesis: Cut Material Costs by ~20%

~$2.5M/year estimated material cost reduction per facility (est.)

学校法人福岡大学 ★ S Rank

Fluoropolymer Modifier, Modified Fluoropolymer Molded Article, and Manufacturing Method …

This technology provides a novel fluoropolymer modifier and method to significantly enhance adhesion to other materials while retaining core properties. Us…

Advanced Materials

Fluoropolymer Adhesion Boosted by 30%, Cutting Defects by 80%

~$1.5M/year estimated defect reduction and new market creation per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Fullerene Nanotubes, Their Manufacturing Method, and Quartz Crystal Microbalance Gas Sen…

This technology introduces hydrophilic, nitrogen-doped fullerene nanotubes with amino-functionalized surfaces, offering superior selectivity for volatile a…

Chemistry & Pharma AI & Software Advanced Materials

Nitrogen Fullerene Boosts Gas Sensing Selectivity, Cuts Production Costs by 20%

~$150K/year estimated cost savings and revenue generation per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Fullerene Nanosheet, Its Manufacturing Method, and Quartz Crystal Gas Sensor Using the S…

This technology introduces a novel nitrogen-containing fullerene nanosheet for highly selective acidic gas detection. Its unique hexagonal, porous structur…

Chemistry & Pharma AI & Software Advanced Materials

Nitrogen Fullerene Nanosheets: 33% Faster Production, Superior Acid Gas Detection

~$80K/year estimated cost savings and enhanced safety quality per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Fullerene Nanocube, Its Manufacturing Method, and Quartz Crystal Gas Sensor Using the Sa…

This technology introduces a novel nitrogen-containing, porous, and hydrophilic fullerene nanocube, its manufacturing process, and application in quartz cr…

Chemistry & Pharma AI & Software Manufacturing

Acid Gas Detection 10x More Sensitive, Unlocking New Bio-Applications

~$1M/year estimated environmental risk detection cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人農業・食品産業技術総合研究機構 ★ S Rank

Pest Resistance Inducer and Method for Plant Pest Control

This technology uses alpha-ionone to induce natural pest resistance in plants, specifically against thrips and armyworms. By activating the plant's own def…

Advanced Materials Life Sciences

Alpha-Ionone Induces Plant Resistance: Cut Pesticide Costs by ~20%

~$800K/year estimated cost savings and yield stabilization per facility (est.)

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Photoelectric Conversion Film, Method for Manufacturing Photoelectric Conversion Film, a…

This technology creates high-quality, defect-free crystalline selenium films for photoelectric conversion devices. It eliminates the need for tellurium, si…

Electronics Advanced Materials

Defect-Free Selenium Films: ~60% Defect Reduction, Maximize Conversion

~$1M/year estimated cost reduction and product competitiveness improvement per facility (est.)

国立大学法人 熊本大学 ★ S Rank

Porous Two-Dimensional Structure, Method for Manufacturing Porous Two-Dimensional Struct…

This technology offers a novel porous 2D composite oxide catalyst (Manganese, Cobalt, Aluminum) for efficient, low-temperature decomposition of volatile or…

Chemistry & Pharma Manufacturing Advanced Materials

Noble Metal-Free VOC Catalyst: Cuts Energy Costs by ~30% at Low Temperatures

~$100K/year estimated VOC treatment cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立大学法人千葉大学 ★ S Rank

Film Exhibiting Metallic Luster and Paint for Forming the Film

This technology uses a novel thiophene copolymer to create a strong, deep metallic luster, replacing heavy metal pigments. It offers superior design flexib…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials

Achieve 5% Product Price Premium with Polymer Metallic Luster

~$1.5M–$3.5M/year estimated product value enhancement per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Sample for Hydrogen Permeation Detection and Its Manufacturing Method

This technology provides a rigid support for fragile thin films, enabling precise and stable hydrogen permeation detection. It overcomes challenges in eval…

AI & Software Advanced Materials Inspection & Detection

2x Precision, 20% Faster R&D for Next-Gen Thin Film Materials

~$200K/year estimated R&D cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立大学法人京都大学 ★ S Rank

Magnetic Memory Device

This technology introduces a novel magnetic memory device featuring an asymmetric, three-layer spin-Hall effect structure. This design significantly boosts…

Electronics Advanced Materials

1.5x Faster Write, 30% Lower Power for Next-Gen Memory

~$200K/year estimated operational cost savings per data center (est.)

株式会社カノン ★ S Rank

Apparel Pocket with Item Retention Mechanism

This technology integrates spring-elastic plates into apparel pockets, ensuring they naturally close to secure contents and prevent loss. It maintains exis…

Consumer & Lifestyle Advanced Materials

Cut Apparel Manufacturing Costs by ~66%, Prevent Item Loss

~$150K/year estimated processing cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Composite Particles for Electrobacteria Recovery, Manufacturing Method, and Recovery Met…

This technology uses magnetic nanoparticles coated with organic compounds and osmium tetroxide for highly efficient electrobacteria recovery via magnetic s…

Advanced Materials Life Sciences

1.5x Efficiency Boost for Electrobacteria Recovery, ~20% Cost Reduction

~$150K/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Nanostructure, Catalyst for Oxygen Evolution Reaction, and Method for Manufacturing Nano…

This technology introduces a hollow, conical nanostructure catalyst engineered for superior Oxygen Evolution Reaction (OER) efficiency. Its unique layered …

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials

20% Hydrogen Cost Reduction with High-Efficiency OER Catalysts

~$1.5M/year estimated operational cost reduction per plant (est.)

株式会社アルフデザイン ★ S Rank

Wall Structure and Method for Constructing Wall Structures

This technology revolutionizes wall construction by securely interlocking unit blocks and joint pillars with specialized connecting plugs, significantly bo…

Civil & Architecture Advanced Materials

Boost Structural Stability by 30%, Cut Construction Time by 20%

~$200K/year estimated cost reduction potential per facility (est.)

国立大学法人山梨大学 ★ S Rank

Antioxidant and Its Manufacturing Method, Pharmaceutical Composition and Its Manufacturi…

This technology modifies immunoglobulin molecules using a reducing agent, creating a novel form with thiol groups. This enhances antioxidant and therapeuti…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Life Sciences

Next-Gen Immunoglobulin: Boosts Antioxidant & Therapeutic Efficacy by >15%

~$3.5M/year estimated new revenue potential (AI est.)

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Stacked Image Sensor and Its Manufacturing Method

This technology introduces a novel stacked image sensor featuring a unique wall structure that isolates the organic photoelectric conversion film. This des…

Electronics Advanced Materials

Boost Image Sensor Yield by ~8%, Eliminate Organic Film Degradation

~$1M/year estimated cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人農業・食品産業技術総合研究機構 ★ S Rank

Method for Controlling Heavy Metal Transport, and Plants with Controlled Cadmium and Man…

This technology precisely controls cadmium and manganese absorption in crops like rice by modifying the OsNramp5 protein. It enables significant reduction …

Advanced Materials Life Sciences

Cuts Cadmium in Crops by ~66%, Boosts Food Safety & Yield

~$8M/year estimated economic benefit per facility (est.)

国立大学法人 長崎大学 ★ S Rank

Site-Specific Introduction Method for Cas9 Gene Using Viral Vector

This technology enables stable, site-specific integration of the Cas9 gene into desired genomic regions using viral vectors. It overcomes transient express…

Advanced Materials Life Sciences

2× Efficiency, ~$6.5M R&D Savings in Gene Therapy Development

~$6.5M/year estimated R&D cost reduction per project (est.)

国立大学法人千葉大学 ★ S Rank

Method for Recovering Carbon Fibers from Carbon Fiber Reinforced Resin

This technology offers an innovative method to efficiently recover high-quality carbon fibers from Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) waste, minimizing…

Advanced Materials

Recycle CFRP with 20% Cost Reduction, High-Quality Output

~$200K/year estimated cost savings per facility (est.)