Akihiro Nagata

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Koito Manufacturing Company, Ltd., Roland Corporation, Meiji University. Active years: 1994-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 16 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 87.5

EPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 23(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

9 out of 2,310

Koito Manufacturing Company, Ltd.

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1994-2026

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16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12518258 - Electronic equipment, recording medium for recording content use program, and content use method (2026-01-06),

2. 12475871 - Arpeggiator, recording medium and method of making arpeggio (2025-11-18),

3. 12417755 - Arpeggiator, recording medium and method of making arpeggio (2025-09-16),

4. 12387701 - Electronic device, data usage method, and recording medium (2025-08-12),

5. 11908440 - Arpeggiator, recording medium and method of making arpeggio (2024-02-20),

6. 10803845 - Automatic performance device and automatic performance method (2020-10-13),

7. D805126 - Keyboard instrument (2017-12-12),

8. 6903510 - Arc tube having compressive stress and method for manufacture of an arc tube (2005-06-07),

9. 6790115 - Arc tube for discharge lamp and method of fabricating the same (2004-09-14),

10. 6707239 - Arc tube including step-down plane portions in pinch seal area (2004-03-16),

11. 6672923 - Method of manufacturing arc tube (2004-01-06),

12. 6616494 - Method and apparatus for supplying pellets to arc tube for discharge lamp (2003-09-09),

13. 6321799 - Method and apparatus for supplying mercury to arc tube for discharge lamp (2001-11-27),

14. 5877591 - Arc tube for discharge lamp device (1999-03-02),

15. 5601465 - Method for manufacturing arc tube for discharge bulb (1997-02-11),

Title: Akihiro Nagata: Innovator in Electronic Music Technology

Introduction

Akihiro Nagata is a prominent inventor based in Shizuoka, Japan, known for his significant contributions to electronic music technology. With a total of 14 patents to his name, he has developed innovative solutions that enhance musical performance and data management in electronic instruments.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is an arpeggiator designed to create rich arpeggio performances that incorporate multiple pieces of performance information. The problem addressed by this invention is the need for an arpeggiator capable of producing expressive arpeggios based on chords. The solution involves a synthesizer that acquires all note numbers from a remain table for the sounding part and stores them in an Arp note memory. This allows for the concurrent generation of all notes corresponding to the note numbers set in the remain table, resulting in a more dynamic musical output. Another notable patent involves an electronic device and data usage method that ensures sound data stored in a timbre memory or wave memory can be validated for use based on management information acquired from a server.

Career Highlights

Akihiro Nagata has worked with notable companies in the industry, including Koito Manufacturing Company, Ltd. and Roland Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to the advancement of electronic musical instruments.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Nagata has collaborated with talented individuals such as Shinichi Irisawa and Kunio Fukai. These partnerships have fostered innovation and creativity in his projects.

Conclusion

Akihiro Nagata's work in electronic music technology exemplifies the impact of innovation on the music industry. His patents not only enhance musical performance but also improve the functionality of electronic instruments. His contributions continue to shape the future of music technology.