Japanese Patent Intelligence

Industry: Manufacturing

1,779 patents
国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Autofocus Drive Mechanism Using Shape Memory Alloy Thin Film Actuator Array

This technology utilizes a shape memory alloy (SMA) thin film array to create an ultra-thin, high-response autofocus drive mechanism. It prevents over-defo…

Manufacturing Electronics AI & Software

50% Thinner AF Actuators, Instant Focus for Next-Gen Cameras

~$1.2M/year estimated manufacturing cost reduction per facility (est.).

国立大学法人東北大学 ★ S Rank

Swallowing Sensor Device and Manufacturing Method

This technology revolutionizes swallowing sensors by replacing costly flexible PCBs with a stacked rigid PCB structure. It integrates sensors, wireless com…

Chemistry & Pharma Life Sciences Manufacturing

Swallowing Sensor Production Costs Cut by ~66% with Rigid PCB Tech

~$330K/year estimated manufacturing cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人理化学研究所 ★ S Rank

Computing Device and Computing System

This technology offers a computing device capable of variable precision multiplication, dynamically reconfiguring multipliers and adders to optimize perfor…

Manufacturing AI & Software

Variable Precision Computing: ~30% Smaller Circuit, Faster AI/IoT

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

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Image Encoding Device, Image Decoding Device, and Program

This technology enhances video encoding by precisely evaluating prediction accuracy at sub-block levels using multiple reference images. This minimizes pre…

Manufacturing Electronics AI & Software

Next-Gen Video Encoding: ~50% Bandwidth Reduction for 8K/VR/AR

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

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Image Encoding Device, Image Decoding Device, and Program

This advanced video encoding technology significantly reduces data volume by up to 50% through optimized motion compensation and prediction residual reorde…

Manufacturing Electronics AI & Software

Boosts Real-time 4K/8K Streaming, Cuts Data Volume by ~33%

~$2M/year estimated data transfer and storage cost reduction per facility (est.)

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Image Encoding Device, Image Decoding Device, and Program

This technology optimizes image encoding by selectively applying transformation and quantization only to visually significant areas of prediction residuals…

Manufacturing Electronics AI & Software

Reduce image data by ~66%, cut storage costs by ~$1.5M/year

~$1.5M/year estimated communication and storage cost savings per facility (est.).

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Image Encoding Apparatus, Image Decoding Apparatus, and Program

This technology significantly enhances video encoding efficiency by intelligently optimizing intra-prediction modes. It analyzes reference pixel groups to …

Manufacturing Electronics

Boost Video Encoding Efficiency by 30%, Cutting Bandwidth and Storage Costs

~$350K/year estimated bandwidth and storage cost savings per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Electrochemical Measurement System, Electrochemical Exploration Method, and Microplate

This technology automates the high-throughput electrochemical characterization of multiple solutions, drastically accelerating R&D for new materials and de…

Manufacturing AI & Software

Accelerate R&D 3×: High-Throughput Electrochemistry Cuts Development Time by 66%

~$350K/year estimated R&D cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Electrolytic Cell and Electrolytic Device

This technology introduces an innovative electrolytic cell that efficiently converts CO2 into carbon monoxide (CO) and oxygen. By utilizing a novel cathode…

Advanced Materials Manufacturing

1.5x CO2 Conversion, ~30% Energy Savings in Electrolytic Cells

~$1.5M/year estimated energy cost savings per facility (est.)

国立大学法人 筑波大学 ★ S Rank

3D Model Generation Method, 3D Model Generation Apparatus, and 3D Model Generation Progr…

This technology generates highly accurate 3D models of joints, including bones and articular cartilage, non-invasively. By processing multiple cross-sectio…

Life Sciences Manufacturing AI & Software

Non-Invasive 3D Joint Models: Boost Treatment Accuracy by >5%, Cut Recovery Time

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

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Predictive Image Correction Device, Image Encoding Device, Image Decoding Device, and Pr…

This technology intelligently corrects predictive video images by analyzing similarity within blocks and applying corrections only where needed. It dramati…

Manufacturing Electronics AI & Software

1.5× Video Processing Efficiency, 30% Load Reduction

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

国立研究開発法人理化学研究所 ★ S Rank

Electromyography Device, Electromyography Measurement Method, Program, and Storage Mediu…

This innovative EMG device integrates electrodes and a stretchable circuit board onto a flexible substrate, enabling comfortable, continuous muscle activit…

Chemistry & Pharma Manufacturing AI & Software

Seamless EMG Monitoring: Cuts Healthcare Costs by ~$10M Annually

~$10M/year estimated healthcare cost reduction (est.)

兼房株式会社 ★ S Rank

Dimpled Workpiece and Dimple Processing Method

This technology features uniquely shaped and arranged dimples on sliding surfaces to stabilize oil films, significantly reducing friction and wear. It prev…

Manufacturing

20% Friction Reduction, 1.5x Component Lifespan with Stable Oil Films

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

国立研究開発法人理化学研究所 ★ S Rank

Meta-Phenolsulfonic Acid Resin and Its Use as a Catalyst

This technology introduces a novel meta-phenolsulfonic acid resin catalyst, engineered for superior activity and reusability. It overcomes the trade-off be…

Advanced Materials Manufacturing

Catalyst Costs Cut by 66%, Production Capacity Up 1.5x with Reusable Resin

~$0.8M/year estimated cost savings and productivity gains per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Complex Oxide, Metal Support, and Ammonia Synthesis Catalyst

This technology introduces a novel complex oxide catalyst carrier for ammonia synthesis, enabling significantly higher yields under high-pressure condition…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Manufacturing

Ammonia Synthesis: ~10% Higher Yield at High Pressure, 20% CO2 Reduction

~$2.0M/year estimated cost savings and 20% CO2 emission reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人理化学研究所 ★ S Rank

Optical Device and Photoacoustic Microscope

This technology introduces a novel optical system that achieves wavelength-independent focusing, critical for devices like photoacoustic microscopes. By em…

Manufacturing AI & Software

3× Faster Multi-Wavelength Imaging with Zero Wavelength Dependency

~$300K/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

Method for Manufacturing Laminates, Laminates, and Heated Toilet Seat Devices

This technology creates highly durable laminates by strongly bonding metal-containing and polymer-containing substrates. UV irradiation in an alcohol atmos…

Chemistry & Pharma Manufacturing

3x Durability, Faster Production for Advanced Laminates

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

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Layered Radiation Source

This layered radiation source provides wavelength-tunable infrared heating using a simple stacked structure, avoiding complex nano-patterning. It enables h…

Advanced Materials Manufacturing Electronics

Precision Heating Cuts Energy Costs by ~30%, Simplifies Large-Scale Manufacturing

~$1.0M/year estimated energy cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立大学法人静岡大学 ★ S Rank

Ion Concentration Measurement Device

This innovative ion concentration measurement device ensures continuous, stable, and high-precision data acquisition over extended periods. It overcomes co…

Inspection & Detection Manufacturing AI & Software

Precision Ion Sensing: ~65% OpEx Reduction, 10x Stability

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

独立行政法人エネルギー・金属鉱物資源機構 ★ S Rank

Acid Gas Separation Apparatus

This technology employs a novel two-stage membrane system to efficiently separate acid gases from hydrocarbon streams. It uses an inorganic membrane for in…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Manufacturing

99% Acid Gas Reduction: High-Efficiency Two-Stage Separation Cuts Costs by ~30%

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

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Material Analysis Method and Material Analysis Apparatus

This technology employs chemical sensors and known fluids to analyze materials by detecting physical parameter changes. Enhanced by AI and machine learning…

Manufacturing AI & Software

AI Chemical Sensors Accelerate Material Analysis by 3x, Cut Costs by 50%

~$800K/year estimated cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Receptor Response Modulation Method and Measurement Device Utilizing Receptor Response M…

This technology dynamically modulates nanomechanical sensor response using a third fluid, significantly boosting sensitivity and enabling multi-analyte det…

Manufacturing AI & Software

Triple Sensor Sensitivity, Halve Development Costs by 50%

~$2.0M/year estimated new market creation and cost reduction per facility (est.).

国立大学法人 筑波大学 ★ S Rank

Phase Image Acquisition Method and Phase Image Acquisition Apparatus Utilizing the Same

This technology revolutionizes quantum beam phase imaging by acquiring high-resolution data in a single shot. It processes beam intensity distributions fro…

Manufacturing AI & Software

Single-Shot Quantum Imaging: Halve Inspection Time, Boost Quality

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

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Catalyst and Method for Its Use

This technology introduces a composite catalyst for water electrolysis, utilizing amorphous transition metal oxides on an electrically conductive material.…

Advanced Materials Manufacturing

Green Hydrogen: Cut Production Costs by ~65%, Boost Efficiency 20%

~$2M/year estimated hydrogen production cost savings per facility (est.)