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Abiko, Japan

Akinori Tanaka

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Image Formation Technology. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1997-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akinori Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akinori-tanaka

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 35.3


Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 69(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokohama, JP (1997)
  • Chiba, JP (2003 - 2005)
  • Kashiwa, JP (2007 - 2009)
  • Abiko, JP (2009 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 93,344 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1997-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Forming Apparatus
Developing Apparatus
Toner Separation
Driving Gears
Registration Rollers
Conveyor Units
Variable Speed
Developer Replenishment
Rotary Member
Interchangeable Devices
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10310419 - Image forming apparatus and carrier separating device (2019-06-04),
2. 8538313 - Image forming apparatus (2013-09-17),
3. 8311458 - Image forming apparatus having mechanism for preventing mixing of scattered toner between adjacent developing units (2012-11-13),
4. 8081906 - Image forming apparatus wherein, when a rotary member is located at a reference position, a color developing device is located in a region extending from a position of a transparent developing device toward a downstream side of a rotation direction of the rotary member to a lowermost point in the gravity direction of the rotary member (2011-12-20),
5. 7945187 - Image forming apparatus (2011-05-17),
6. 7899366 - Image forming apparatus with driving and driven gears (2011-03-01),
7. 7881638 - Developing apparatus (2011-02-01),
8. 7630670 - Developing apparatus and image forming apparatus (2009-12-08),
9. 7580656 - Image forming apparatus featuring reduced shock attributable to a speed difference between a driving gear and a driven gear of a developing device (2009-08-25),
10. 7386261 - Image forming apparatus having movable developing devices and developer replenishment device (2008-06-10),
11. 7362989 - Developing apparatus for image forming apparatus (2008-04-22),
12. 7187891 - Developing apparatus including rotary member for accommodating variable combinations of developing sleeves and balance weights (2007-03-06),
13. 6968136 - Image forming apparatus (2005-11-22),
14. 6909857 - Image forming apparatus including plural conveyor units with conveyance path length/conveyance speed relationships (2005-06-21),
15. 6819902 - Image forming apparatus with interchangeable developing devices (2004-11-16),

Title: Akinori Tanaka: Innovator in Image Forming Technology

Introduction

Akinori Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in Abiko, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image forming technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of image forming apparatuses.

Latest Patents

Tanaka's latest patents include innovative designs for image forming apparatuses and carrier separating devices. One of his notable inventions involves an image forming apparatus that utilizes a liquid developer containing toner and a carrier liquid. This apparatus features a cleaning portion that collects residual liquid developer after the toner image is transferred. Additionally, it includes a toner separating device and a carrier separating device that effectively separates the carrier liquid into two components by applying an electric field. Another patent describes an image forming apparatus that incorporates a reversing unit and a skew-feeding correction unit, ensuring precise image formation on sheets.

Career Highlights

Akinori Tanaka has dedicated his career to advancing imaging technology. He works for Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in the imaging and printing industry. His innovative contributions have played a crucial role in the development of advanced imaging solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Tanaka has collaborated with talented individuals such as Akihiro Noguchi and Fumitake Hirobe. These collaborations have fostered a creative environment that has led to groundbreaking advancements in image forming technology.

Conclusion

Akinori Tanaka's work exemplifies the spirit of innovation in the field of image forming technology. His numerous patents and contributions to Canon Kabushiki Kaisha highlight his commitment to enhancing imaging solutions.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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