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Foster City, CA, United States of America

Konica Minolta Systems Laboratory, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 39

% Expired Patents = 56.4

EPO Patents = 4

Forward Citations = 286

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20 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Wei Ming (11 out of 57 patents)

Hiroshi Tomita (9 out of 16 patents)

Peter J Johnston (7 out of 15 patents)

4. Yibin Tian (3 out of 23 patents)

5. Paul Cattrone (3 out of 6 patents)

6. Ken Ota (2 out of 5 patents)

7. Chet Erez (2 out of 2 patents)

8. Kurt Nathan Nordback (1 out of 21 patents)

9. Duc Phu Truong (1 out of 15 patents)

10. Hao Hu (1 out of 14 patents)

11. Shigenori Matsubara (1 out of 10 patents)

12. Keiko Torikoshi (1 out of 2 patents)

13. Kenneth David Hayber (1 out of 4 patents)

14. Vivek Pathak (1 out of 4 patents)

15. Maria Qian Zhao (1 out of 4 patents)

Core Competencies:

Color Data Compression

Document Authentication

Image Registration

Print Job Compression

Barcode Verification

Pixel Data Processing

Document Integrity

Color Barcode

Secure Document Scanning

Mixed Color Printing

Gamut Map Model

PDF Direct Printing

39 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 8098942 - Systems and methods for color data compression (2012-01-17),

2. 8068667 - Systems and methods for color data compression (2011-11-29),

3. 8038064 - Color barcode producing method and apparatus, color barcode reading method and apparatus and color barcode reproducing method and apparatus (2011-10-18),

4. 8000528 - Method and apparatus for authenticating printed documents using multi-level image comparison based on document characteristics (2011-08-16),

5. 7999657 - Image registration method for image comparison and document authentication (2011-08-16),

6. 7978366 - Method for compensating for color variations among multiple printers (2011-07-12),

7. 7969616 - Systems and methods for efficient print job compression (2011-06-28),

8. 7965894 - Method for detecting alterations in printed document using image comparison analyses (2011-06-21),

9. 7957025 - Systems and methods for processing pixel data for a printer (2011-06-07),

10. 7956868 - Gamut map model with improved gradation fidelity at low chroma values (2011-06-07),

11. 7955243 - Poster printing using perforated paper (2011-06-07),

12. 7948651 - Non-sequential transfer of PDF data for PDF direct printing (2011-05-24),

13. 7930627 - Office document matching method and apparatus (2011-04-19),

14. 7925045 - Determining document authenticity in a closed-loop process (2011-04-12),

15. 7907303 - Systems and methods for processing pixel data for a printer (2011-03-15),

Company Overview

Konica Minolta Systems Laboratory, Inc., located in Foster City, California, specializes in advanced imaging technologies and solutions. The organization focuses on developing innovative products and services that enhance productivity and efficiency across various sectors. Its primary research domains include cloud software, imaging systems, and document management solutions, catering to a diverse clientele. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Konica Minolta aims to drive digital transformation and improve operational workflows for businesses globally.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

39 Patents

#13 in Foster City, CA

#2,092 in California

#8,823 in US

#17,448 in the World

Foster City, CA, United States of America

Konica Minolta Systems Laboratory, Inc.

Forward Citations = 286

20 inventors:

Wei Ming (11 out of 57 patents)

Hiroshi Tomita (9 out of 16 patents)

Peter J Johnston (7 out of 15 patents)

4. Yibin Tian (3 out of 23 patents)

5. Paul Cattrone (3 out of 6 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Konica Minolta Systems Laboratory, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/konica-minolta-systems-laboratory

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

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