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Sanyo Electronic Co., Ltd.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 22

% Expired Patents = 22.7

Forward Citations = 144

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50 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Takashi Ikeda (2 out of 75 patents)

Hideyuki Kanayama (2 out of 29 patents)

Yoshihisa Tabuchi (1 out of 25 patents)

4. Shoichi Toya (1 out of 83 patents)

5. Tomonori Kamiya (1 out of 24 patents)

6. Haruhiko Yoneda (1 out of 14 patents)

7. Yoshihiro Yokote (1 out of 36 patents)

8. Ken Mashitani (1 out of 69 patents)

9. Hiroshi Kurokawa (1 out of 35 patents)

10. Masaaki Konoto (1 out of 11 patents)

11. Tetsuya Yoshitomi (1 out of 17 patents)

12. Takeshi Ogasawara (1 out of 57 patents)

13. Hiroki Koba (1 out of 13 patents)

14. Yukihiro Noguchi (1 out of 10 patents)

15. Ryoji Hiroyama (1 out of 28 patents)

22 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7956325 - Imaging apparatus and image signal processing device (2011-06-07),

2. RE42270 - Lens shift mechanism and projection type video display (2011-04-04),

3. 7868918 - Image stabilization control circuit of image pickup apparatus (2011-01-11),

4. 7817077 - Differential comparator, and pipeline type A/D converter equipped with the same (2010-10-19),

5. 7815314 - Illumination apparatus and projection display device (2010-10-19),

6. 7796669 - Semiconductor laser diode (2010-09-14),

7. 7535194 - Fuel cell system built as a system in which a fuel cell and an electric device are provided in parallel (2009-05-19),

8. 7300591 - Wastewater treating method and wastewater treating apparatus (2007-11-27),

9. 7237909 - Optical member, illuminating device, and projection type video display (2007-07-03),

10. 7226693 - Cadmium negative electrode for alkaline storage battery and method for producing the same (2007-06-05),

11. 7215314 - Signal transmission circuit and display apparatus (2007-05-08),

12. 6943517 - Single phase motor driving circuit and single phase motor driving method (2005-09-13),

13. 6862496 - Laundry system (2005-03-01),

14. 6853222 - Phase locked loop circuit having main and auxiliary frequency dividers and multiple phase comparisons (2005-02-08),

15. 6656636 - Nickel electrode for alkaline storage battery and alkaline storage battery (2003-12-02),

Company Overview

Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd., headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a prominent player in the electronics industry, specializing in the development and manufacturing of a diverse range of products. The company is known for its innovations in consumer electronics, including home appliances, batteries, and solar energy solutions. Sanyo's research and technology efforts are focused on enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability, contributing to advancements in various sectors such as renewable energy and electronic devices, while maintaining a commitment to quality and innovation.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

22 Patents

#299 in Osaka

#2,797 in Japan

#28,822 in the World

Sanyo Electronic Co., Ltd.

Forward Citations = 144

50 inventors:

Takashi Ikeda (2 out of 75 patents)

Hideyuki Kanayama (2 out of 29 patents)

Yoshihisa Tabuchi (1 out of 25 patents)

4. Shoichi Toya (1 out of 83 patents)

5. Tomonori Kamiya (1 out of 24 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Sanyo Electronic Co., Ltd.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/sanyo-electronic-company

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

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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