Japanese Patent Intelligence

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

1,810 patents
国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Catalyst for Ammonia Synthesis and Method for Producing Ammonia

This technology introduces a novel catalyst for ammonia synthesis, operating at significantly lower temperatures and pressures than the traditional Haber-B…

Chemistry & Pharma Manufacturing Advanced Materials

Low-Energy Ammonia Synthesis: ~30% Energy Cut, 1.5× Catalyst Life

~$750K/year estimated operational cost savings per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Spectrum Generalization System and Method, and Material Identification System and Method

This technology revolutionizes material identification by using AI, specifically semantic segmentation, to extract complex spectral features beyond traditi…

AI & Software

AI Spectrum Analysis Boosts Precision by 1.5x, Eliminates Skilled Labor Dependency

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

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Micro-Droplet and Bubble Generation Device

This innovative micro-device precisely generates ultra-fine, uniform droplets and bubbles by controlling fluid flow with a unique constricted channel desig…

Manufacturing AI & Software

Micro-Droplet Production: 1.5x Output, 3x Clog Resistance

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

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Vertical Thermoelectric Conversion Element and Applications in Thermoelectric Power Gene…

This technology leverages a unique vertical thermoelectric element, combining Seebeck and Anomalous Hall effects to efficiently convert low-to-medium tempe…

Manufacturing Electronics

Unlock 20%+ More Power from Waste Heat, Cut Energy Costs by ~$75K/year

~$75K/year estimated electricity cost reduction per facility (est.)

日東電工株式会社 ★ S Rank

Optical Filter, Manufacturing Method Thereof, and Optical Module

This technology delivers white optical filters with high infrared transmission, utilizing a unique nanoparticle dispersion structure. It enables seamless i…

AI & Software

White IR Filters: 6x Faster Deployment, Seamless Design for IoT & Automotive

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

国立研究開発法人物質・材料研究機構 ★ S Rank

Permanent Shape-Modified Material, Manufacturing Methods, Cell Culture Substrate, Ligati…

This technology introduces polymers with easily adjustable permanent shapes via transesterification, overcoming the limitations of fixed-shape memory mater…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials Life Sciences

Dynamic Shape Memory Polymers: 1.2x Productivity, 1.5-Year Faster Development

~$1.5M/year estimated economic effect per facility (est.)

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Deblocking Filter Control Device and Program

This technology dynamically optimizes deblocking filter processing in video encoding/decoding based on input bit depth. It effectively reduces block noise …

Manufacturing AI & Software Electronics

Optimize Video Quality by Bit Depth, Boost Processing Efficiency by 25%

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

パナソニックIPマネジメント株式会社 ★ S Rank

Control Method

This technology uses AI to personalize food texture based on an individual's chewing and swallowing abilities. By sensing mealtime mastication and deglutit…

Consumer & Lifestyle AI & Software Healthcare & Safety

AI-Personalized Food: Reduce Care Costs by ~$200K/yr, Enhance Safety

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

学校法人福岡大学 ★ S Rank

Repetitive Torsion Moment Generation Device

This technology generates precise, repeatable torsional moments using synchronized eccentric weight rotors. By offsetting inertial forces, it drastically r…

Manufacturing AI & Software

Cut Fatigue Tester Footprint by 50%, Noise by 90%

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

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Three-Dimensional Array Device

This technology utilizes 3D stacked array circuits to dramatically shorten wiring, enabling direct signal transfer between layers. This significantly reduc…

Manufacturing Electronics

3D Stacked AI Chips: Cut Latency 20%, Energy Costs 30%

~$3.5M/year estimated cost savings per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人量子科学技術研究開発機構 ★ S Rank

Test Method and Nematode Assay Plate

This technology offers a novel method and specialized plate for nematode assays, precisely controlling the initial movement position without human interven…

AI & Software

2x Precision, 1.5x Throughput: Accelerate Drug Discovery with Automated Nematode Assays

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

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Encoding Device, Decoding Device, and Program

This technology provides an advanced video encoding solution that significantly reduces data volume by up to 20% while preserving ultra-high image quality,…

Manufacturing AI & Software Electronics

Next-Gen Video: 20% Encoding Efficiency Boost with Pristine Quality

~$1.0M–$3.5M/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.)

慶應義塾 ★ S Rank

Column Packing Material for Liquid Chromatography and its Manufacturing Method

This technology transforms discarded eggshells and seashells into advanced, alkali-resistant packing materials for liquid chromatography. It offers superio…

Manufacturing Advanced Materials

Eggshell Upcycling: High-Performance LC Packing Cuts Costs by 20%

~$20K/year estimated direct cost savings per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Quantum Gate Device

This technology significantly enhances quantum computation accuracy and stability by suppressing unwanted ZZ interactions in superconducting quantum gate d…

Manufacturing Electronics

Quantum Computing: ~80% Error Reduction, 15 Years Stable Operation

~$13.5M/year estimated R&D cost reduction per project (est.)

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Light-Driven Fuel Cell, Catalysts, and Methane-to-Methanol Production Method

This innovative photofuel cell system efficiently converts methane into high-value methanol and simultaneously generates electricity using light energy. It…

Advanced Materials Electronics

Light-Driven Methane Conversion: ~30% Energy Cost Savings, Dual Output

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

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Composite, Light-Receiving Member for Photoelectric Conversion Element, and Photoelectri…

This technology integrates upconverting core-shell nanoparticles into perovskite structures, enabling efficient conversion of long-wavelength light into us…

Advanced Materials Electronics

1.5x Power Output from Long-Wavelength Light Conversion

~$800K/year estimated revenue increase per 100MW facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Thin Film and Manufacturing Method Thereof, Circular Polarization Detection Element, and…

This technology enables direct, high-sensitivity, broadband circular polarization detection using novel chiral perovskite thin films. It offers a compact, …

Advanced Materials Electronics

Broadband Circular Polarization: Cut Dev Time by 2 Years, Costs by 30%

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

国立研究開発法人科学技術振興機構 ★ S Rank

Power Conversion Circuit, Semiconductor Device, and Electronic Equipment

This technology introduces a novel power conversion circuit that significantly boosts energy efficiency by optimizing inductor magnetic field energy and sw…

Manufacturing Electronics

Boost Power Efficiency by 20%, Cut Energy Costs by ~$150K Annually

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

国立大学法人山梨大学 ★ S Rank

Electrode Catalyst, Anion Exchange Membrane Electrochemical Cell

This technology introduces an innovative electrode catalyst featuring a metal core coated with a nickel-containing oxide skin layer. This unique porous str…

Manufacturing Advanced Materials Electronics

3× Durability, 1.5× Efficiency, ~30% Cost Reduction in Electrode Catalysts

~$950K/year estimated operational cost reduction per facility (est.)

日本放送協会 ★ S Rank

Deblocking Filter Device, Decoding Device, and Program

This deblocking filter technology optimizes video encoding for 4K/8K content, precisely controlling filter strength at Adaptive Color Transform (ACT) bound…

Manufacturing AI & Software Electronics

4K/8K Video: 15% Bandwidth Cut, Superior Image Quality

~$1.0M/year estimated profit improvement per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人理化学研究所 ★ S Rank

Raman Scattering Spectroscopy Apparatus and Raman Scattering Spectroscopy Method

This breakthrough Raman spectroscopy technology utilizes nanostructured channels to dramatically enhance signal intensity, enabling continuous, real-time, …

AI & Software

10x Sensitivity Boost, Real-time Analysis for Trace Substances

~$100K/year estimated analysis and development cost reduction per facility (est.)

国立研究開発法人日本原子力研究開発機構 ★ S Rank

Method for Manufacturing Gels, Porous Bodies, and Gels or Porous Bodies

This technology offers a simplified, 3-step method to produce high-strength gels and porous materials from reactive fibrous polymers. It streamlines comple…

Manufacturing Advanced Materials

1.5× Strength, 20% Efficiency Boost for Advanced Gels

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

大学共同利用機関法人自然科学研究機構 ★ S Rank

Notch Filter

This innovative notch filter design efficiently removes specific electromagnetic frequencies. It features a unique "narrowed section" within a rectangular …

Manufacturing Electronics

High-Efficiency Notch Filter: 1.5x Frequency Selectivity, Compact Design

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

原 和弘 ★ S Rank

Component Adjustment Product Manufacturing Apparatus and Method

This technology integrates membrane separation (dialysis or filtration) with targeted adsorption to precisely adjust component compositions. It efficiently…

Chemistry & Pharma Advanced Materials

Precision Separation Boosts Productivity 20%, Maintains Quality

~$1.5M/year estimated revenue improvement and cost reduction per facility (est.)