Japanese Patent Intelligence

AI-analyzed patents from Japan, translated for global R&D teams

3,200 patents
日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Display Device and Signal Processing Method

This technology provides a novel display apparatus and signal processing method to efficiently compensate for pixel-to-pixel variations in high-definition …

Manufacturing AI & Software Electronics

Boost Display Uniformity, Cut Sensing Costs by ~50% and Memory by 20%

~$250K/year estimated operational cost savings per facility (est.)

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Method for Manufacturing an Imaging Device

This technology introduces a novel method for manufacturing imaging sensors that eliminates complex optical systems and pixel miniaturization. By stacking …

Electronics Advanced Materials

Curved Sensors: Cut Costs ~20%, Shrink Devices by 1/3

~$950K/year estimated manufacturing cost savings per facility (est.)

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Broadcast Area Calculation Device and Program

This technology precisely and rapidly calculates digital broadcast reception areas. By simulating signal propagation and antenna gain across 360 degrees, i…

AI & Software Electronics

25% Faster Broadcast Planning, 20% Higher Area Accuracy

~$350K/year estimated operational planning cost savings per facility (est.).

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Organic Electroluminescent Device, Display Device, and Lighting Device

This technology integrates a novel heteropolyoxometalate electron transport layer into inverted OLEDs, reducing drive voltage by up to 20% and suppressing …

Chemistry & Pharma Manufacturing Electronics

OLED Drive Voltage Cut by 20%, Boosting Efficiency and Lifespan

~$2.5M/year estimated power cost savings per facility (est.)

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Conductive Resin, Its Manufacturing Method, and Sensor

This technology introduces a novel, low-cost method for producing porous conductive resins using deep eutectic solvents (DES). It simplifies manufacturing,…

Manufacturing Electronics Advanced Materials

Porous Conductive Resin: 1/3 Cost, High-Performance Sensors

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

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Spherical Gear

This technology introduces a spherical gear system that revolutionizes robot joints by combining high torque transmission with 3 degrees of rotational free…

Manufacturing Advanced Materials

3-DOF High-Torque Robot Joint: Boosts Productivity 20%

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

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Method and Apparatus for Manufacturing Metal Oxide Thin Films

This technology revolutionizes metal oxide thin film deposition for semiconductors and electronics. It enables high-quality film formation at 0-150°C, over…

Manufacturing Electronics Advanced Materials

Boost Thin Film Deposition by 20%, Density by 1.5x with Low-Temp ALD

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

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Electrostatic Sensor and Electrostatic Sensor System

This innovative non-contact electrostatic sensor system precisely maps surface charge distribution in real-time, eliminating the need for traditional powde…

Inspection & Detection AI & Software Electronics

Real-time Electrostatic Mapping: Reduce Defects by 50%, Boost Throughput by 15%

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

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Resistor and Humidity Sensor

This high-precision humidity sensor uses a cellulose nanofiber (CNF) and carbon particle composite. It detects humidity via CNF's moisture-induced swelling…

Inspection & Detection AI & Software Advanced Materials

Eco-Friendly Humidity Sensor: ~2/3 Defect Reduction, 20% Production Boost

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

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Harvesting Robot, Control Method and Control Program for Harvesting Robot, and Harvestin…

This innovative robot system automates the harvesting of crops from deciduous trees. It combines pre-stored 3D environmental data with real-time sensor inp…

AI & Software Manufacturing Life Sciences

Automated Harvesting: Cut Collisions 20%, Boost Yields 10%

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

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Electrochemical & Spectroscopic Analysis of Plant Internal Components, Hydrogels, and An…

This technology offers a non-destructive method to analyze plant internal components using electrochemical and spectroscopic techniques. By leveraging the …

Advanced Materials AI & Software Inspection & Detection

Non-Destructive Plant Analysis: Boosts Yields by 10%, Cuts Costs by 70%

~$200K–$2M/year estimated profit improvement per facility (est.)

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Method and Apparatus for Removing Contaminants

This technology uses energy to generate fibrous gel materials that selectively adhere to and remove contaminants from surfaces without damage. It offers ef…

Manufacturing Consumer & Lifestyle

Gel Fiber Cleaning Cuts Operation Time by ~30%, Reduces Chemical Waste

~$70K/year estimated cost savings per facility (est.)

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Diaminobenzene Compounds Containing Sulfinyl or Sulfonyl Groups, Their Salts, and Organi…

This technology introduces novel organic fluorescent materials with a unique sulfonyl aniline backbone. Its small molecular size and efficient long-wavelen…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials

Achieve 20% Higher Diagnostic Accuracy with Long-Wavelength Fluorescent Materials

~$250K/year estimated cost savings per facility (est.)

エレファンテック株式会社 ★ S Rank

Printing Apparatus

This technology leverages the inherent randomness of inkjet droplet placement to create unique, physically unforgeable identifiers on products. It enables …

Manufacturing

Inkjet ID: Cuts Counterfeit Losses by 15%, Secures Global Supply Chains

~$2.5M/year estimated economic impact per brand (est.)

エレファンテック株式会社 ★ S Rank

Printing Apparatus for Individual Object Authentication

This printing technology generates unique, unforgeable micro-patterns on products using controlled droplet deposition. By creating a "digital fingerprint" …

Manufacturing

100% Authenticity: Droplet-Based ID Halts Counterfeits, Cuts Losses by ~50%

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

エレファンテック株式会社 ★ S Rank

Printing System for Product Authenticity Verification

This technology leverages the inherent randomness of inkjet droplet deposition to create unique digital fingerprints for individual products. By controllin…

Manufacturing

Combat Counterfeits: Prove Product Authenticity, Boost Brand Value by ~15%

~$1M/year estimated counterfeit loss suppression per facility (est.)

国立大学法人山形大学 ★ S Rank

Sensor for Evaluating Swallowing Movements

This technology is a highly sensitive, non-invasive sensor that continuously monitors swallowing movements by detecting subtle laryngeal changes via a resi…

Chemistry & Pharma Inspection & Detection Life Sciences

Continuous Swallowing Monitoring: Boosts Evaluation Efficiency by 20%

~$10.0M/year estimated healthcare and elder care cost reduction (est.)

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Information System, Information Processing Apparatus, and Program

This technology integrates user behavior data from disparate services to create a holistic view of customer intent. By applying advanced analytics, it deli…

AI & Software Electronics

1.5× Recommendation Accuracy, 15% Higher Customer Engagement

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

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Magnetic Device

This technology introduces a novel magnetic device that suppresses oxidation and reduces capacitance, enabling stable high-frequency operation. It doubles …

Manufacturing AI & Software

2× Data Speed, 50% Longer Lifespan for Magnetic Devices

~$100K/year estimated operational and capital expenditure reduction per facility (est.)

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System and Programs for Issuing, Acquiring, and Managing Digital Benefits

This technology provides a secure system for digital rewards linked to content viewing. It uses forensic encryption and digital signatures to prevent fraud…

Manufacturing AI & Software Electronics

Secure Digital Rewards: Cut Fraud 90%, Boost Engagement 20%

~$350K/year estimated fraud loss reduction and opportunity gain per facility (est.)

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Video Recording and Playback Device and Program

This technology automatically detects and logs fleeting video signal errors, linking them to precise footage for instant playback. It eliminates manual ins…

Manufacturing AI & Software Electronics

Instant Video Error ID: Boosts Inspection Efficiency by 20%

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

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Alignment Device and Program

This technology uses AI and distributed representations to precisely align words in parallel texts, considering meaning and context. It automatically detec…

Manufacturing AI & Software

AI boosts translation alignment accuracy by 20%, cuts labor 50%

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

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Opinion Target Extraction Device, Learning Device, and Program

This advanced NLP technology precisely extracts opinions and their targets from text, even for previously unknown subjects. By leveraging learned models ov…

Manufacturing AI & Software

Uncover Unknown Customer Insights: Boost Analysis Efficiency by 80%

~$0.55M/year estimated in analysis effort reduction and opportunity loss mitigation per facility (AI…

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Method for Manufacturing Metal Oxide Films, Metal Oxide Films, and Electronic Devices

This technology offers a vacuum-free, solution-based method for producing high-performance metal oxide films. It enables high carrier mobility for advanced…

Electronics Advanced Materials

Vacuum-Free Process Cuts Coating Costs by ~30%, Boosts Throughput 25%

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