Japanese Patent Intelligence

Industry: Environment

53 patents
反町 健司 ★ S Rank

Carbon Dioxide Fixation Apparatus

This technology offers a continuous, high-efficiency CO2 capture system designed for seamless integration into existing industrial exhaust gas infrastructu…

Environment Chemistry & Pharma

Cut CO2 Emissions by 20%+, Integrate into Existing Plants Fast

~$1M/year estimated CO2 emission cost reduction per facility (est.)

学校法人大阪産業大学 ★ S Rank

Water Treatment Apparatus and Water Treatment Method

This mercury-free technology uses a plasma-based array to emit three distinct UV wavelength bands (100-400nm) into water. It effectively breaks down and st…

Chemistry & Pharma Environment

Mercury-Free UV Boosts Water Purification by 1.5x, Cuts Environmental Costs

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

株式会社stepdays ★ S Rank

Program, Information Processing Apparatus, and Method

This technology uses AI to analyze meteorological satellite infrared images, automatically detecting "earthquake clouds" to predict seismic events. Unlike …

Healthcare & Safety Electronics Environment

AI-Powered Earthquake Prediction: >90% Accuracy, 82% within 0.7 Magnitude

~$1.5M/year estimated disaster response cost reduction per facility (est.)

四国計測工業株式会社 ★ S Rank

Continuous Remote Measurement Method or System for Sea Surface Temperature

This technology uses a rotating land-based thermal camera and proprietary algorithms for continuous, high-accuracy remote sea surface temperature measureme…

Environment Manufacturing Inspection & Detection

Remote Sea Temp Monitoring: Cut Costs by ~65%, Predict Currents 20% Faster

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

株式会社富祥 ★ S Rank

Auxiliary Device for Preventing Serious Accidents in Automatic Vehicles

This mechanical auxiliary device prevents serious accidents caused by pedal misapplication in automatic vehicles. It physically engages the brake when the …

Healthcare & Safety Transportation Environment

Cuts pedal misapplication accidents by ~10%, installs in minutes

~$20M/year estimated accident damage reduction (est.)

茂 啓二郎 A Rank

Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Utensils and Their Manufacturing Method

This technology applies a transparent inorganic oxide layer to aluminum, enabling superior heat resistance (250°C+) and durability for cookware and other a…

Consumer & Lifestyle Environment Advanced Materials

250°C+ Durability, Eco-Friendly Coating: 1.5x Lifespan, Cut Waste

~$350K/year estimated environmental and maintenance cost savings per facility (AI est.).

株式会社グローバルサービス ★ S Rank

Hydrogen Production Method

This technology efficiently generates hydrogen and methane from organic waste. It leverages humic substances to promote microbial growth and stabilize pH, …

Environment Life Sciences Advanced Materials

3× Hydrogen Output from Waste Biomass, ~70% Cost Savings

~$50K/year estimated cost savings and revenue generation per facility (est.).

瀬戸 弘 ★ S Rank

Method and Recycling System for High-Water-Content Calcium Carbonate (Lime Cake)

This innovative system efficiently recycles high-water-content lime cake, a significant industrial waste. It uniquely prevents re-carbonation fouling in ca…

Advanced Materials Environment

Lime Cake Recycling Cuts Costs by ~20%, Eliminates Re-Carbonation Issues

~$50K–$600K/year estimated operational cost savings per facility (AI est.)

平岡 晴彦 ★ S Rank

Stackable Toy for Plastic Bottle Caps

This technology provides a simple connector piece that allows standard plastic bottle caps to be stably stacked into various structures, transforming waste…

Environment Consumer & Lifestyle

Recycle Bottle Caps into Educational Toys, Cut Promotion Costs by ~$140K/year

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

岡野 浩志 ★ S Rank

Carbon Dioxide Gas Separation and Concentration Apparatus with HVAC Air Supply Capabilit…

This innovative Wet-TSA rotor system efficiently separates and concentrates CO2 from ambient air and exhaust, achieving over 90% concentration. It uniquely…

Chemistry & Pharma Environment Manufacturing

90%+ CO2 Concentration, ~20% HVAC Cost Savings with Low-Temp Waste Heat

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

宮崎 大輔 ★ S Rank

Corner Structure and Decorative Shelf System Using Assembled Panels

This technology offers a simple, triangular panel-based corner structure that provides both seismic reinforcement and functional shelving. Designed for eas…

Civil & Architecture Environment

Corner Seismic Reinforcement: ~30% Cost Cut, ~20% Faster Install

~$200K/year estimated cost savings for an adopter completing 100 projects annually (est.)

廣田 祐次 A Rank

Floating Artificial Island

This technology enables the construction of large-scale floating artificial islands using a unique, low-cost combination of timber and rubber balloons. It …

Manufacturing Consumer & Lifestyle Civil & Architecture

Floating Islands: 5x Faster Deployment, Unlock $10B/year Ocean Markets

~$10B/year estimated new market creation potential (est.)

高橋 睦 ★ S Rank

Method for Reducing Carbon Dioxide Emissions Using Building Exhaust

This technology captures high-concentration CO2 from building exhaust and feeds it directly to rooftop greenhouses. This maximizes plant photosynthesis, bo…

Consumer & Lifestyle Life Sciences Environment

Building CO2 to Crops: 20% Higher Yields, Zero CO2 Emission Costs

~$100K/year estimated cost savings and revenue increase 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 Diagnosing Soil Physical Properties in Fields

This technology objectively diagnoses soil physical properties using 3D hardness contour maps derived from depth-specific data. It distinguishes topsoil fr…

Inspection & Detection AI & Software Environment

Precision Soil Diagnostics: 3D Mapping Drives 15% Crop Yield Increase

~$100K/year estimated cost savings and revenue increase per facility (est.)

株式会社ワコーテック ★ S Rank

Vehicle Muffler Tailpipe

This technology integrates a wind-powered impeller into vehicle tailpipes to enhance exhaust gas flow, significantly improving fuel efficiency. A unique co…

Transportation Environment Consumer & Lifestyle

10% Fuel Efficiency Boost from Wind-Powered Exhaust Optimization

~$1.1M/year estimated fuel cost reduction per fleet (est.)

松岡 孝夫 ★ S Rank

Pest Bird Deterrent Device

This technology utilizes a pre-cut, foldable sheet printed with a raptor image to create a 3D bird deterrent. It offers a low-cost, easy-to-deploy solution…

Healthcare & Safety Advanced Materials Environment

80% Reduction in Pest Bird Damage, 80% Less Installation Labor

~$100K/year estimated pest bird control cost reduction per facility (est.)

岡野 浩志 ★ S Rank

Dry Ice Manufacturing System Using Atmospheric CO2 as Gas Source, Also Capable of HVAC A…

This system efficiently captures atmospheric CO2 to produce high-purity dry ice on-site, while simultaneously utilizing waste heat and purified air for HVA…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Environment

On-site Dry Ice Production: Cut Logistics Costs by 33%, Boost Energy Efficiency

~$550K/year estimated logistics and CO2 procurement cost reduction per facility (est.)

平岡 晴彦 ★ S Rank

Hand Spinner with Beverage Bottle Cap Attachment for Extended Hands-Free Play

This patent describes a novel hand spinner that attaches to beverage bottle caps, freeing users from continuous holding. This design enables hands-free, ex…

Environment Consumer & Lifestyle

10x Versatility: Bottle-Mounted Spinner Extends Relaxation & Focus

~$150K/year estimated new revenue per facility (est.)

シティコマース有限会社 ★ S Rank

Lifting Device and Underfloor Storage Unit Using a Lifting Device

This technology introduces an innovative cam-driven lifting device that achieves both a low-profile design and high lifting capacity within a compact footp…

Civil & Architecture Healthcare & Safety Transportation

1.5× Efficiency, 20% Space Savings with Cam-Driven Lifting

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

堀江 清 A Rank

Leverage-Principle Toilet Paper Holder

This innovative toilet paper dispenser utilizes a leverage mechanism and a unique ridge to prevent excessive paper dispensing and ensure hygienic use. It e…

Consumer & Lifestyle Environment Advanced Materials

Leverage-Action Dispenser: 20% TP Waste Reduction, Enhanced Hygiene

~$100K/year estimated consumable cost savings per facility (est.)

古川 啓治 ★ S Rank

Hazardous Gas Treatment Apparatus

This multi-stage gas treatment system efficiently removes hazardous substances from industrial and commercial emissions. Featuring primary, auxiliary (for …

Manufacturing Environment

99% Hazardous Gas Removal: Accelerate Compliance, Cut Costs by ~$100K Annually

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

山田 義人 ★ S Rank

Combustion System

This technology significantly enhances solid fuel combustion efficiency by supplying preheated, pressurized air to a rotating combustor. It reduces fuel co…

Manufacturing Environment

1.5× Combustion Efficiency, ~20% Lower Maintenance Costs

~$1M/year estimated fuel and maintenance cost savings per facility (est.)

河北 正 ★ S Rank

Bag-Shaped Vinyl Sheet for Enhancing Absorbent Pad Functionality

This technology is a specialized, bag-shaped liner for absorbent pads, designed to prevent leakage and odor by efficiently containing waste. It significant…

Environment Healthcare & Safety Consumer & Lifestyle

Care Innovation: Reduce Leakage by ~90%, Cut Caregiver Burden by ~50%

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

岡本 應守 A Rank

Suction-Type Toilet Bowl

This innovative system integrates vacuum suction and foam-layer technology into standard toilets. It significantly reduces water consumption by efficiently…

Consumer & Lifestyle Environment

50% Water Savings, Enhanced Hygiene: Suction Toilet Redefines Facility Management

~$100K/year estimated cost savings per facility (est.)