Tokyo, Japan

Akira Minezawa

This inventor holds 49 USPTO granted patents and 21 published patent applications, plus 27 CIPO patents and 16 EPO patents, primarily in Image Encoding Technology. Top assignees: Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Mistubishi Electric Corporation, Mitsubishi Electronic Corporation. Active years: 2015-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akira Minezawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akira-minezawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 49 

% Patents Active = 98.0

 

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 123(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2015-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Encoding
Image Decoding
Machine Learning
Video Decoding
Object Detection
Appearance Inspection
Filtering Strength
Prediction Image
Moving Image Coding
Electronic Circuit Boards
Object Tracking
Color Image Encoding
49 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Akira Minezawa: Pioneer in Image Decoding Technologies

Introduction: Akira Minezawa is an accomplished inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of image decoding. With a remarkable portfolio of 46 patents, his work has played a vital role in enhancing the quality and efficiency of image coding technologies.

Latest Patents: Among his latest innovations, Minezawa has developed two notable patents: the "Image Decoding Device and Image Decoding Method Deriving Filtering Strength Parameter" and the "Image Decoding Device and Image Decoding Method Deriving Block Filtering Strength Parameter." Both inventions focus on improving the process of removing block distortion in locally decoded images. The loop filtering part of an image coding device is designed to conduct a filtering process on each signal component—including the luminance signal component and color difference signal components—by adjusting the intensity of the filter based on the coding mode selected by the coding controlling part, whether it be intra or inter coding mode.

Career Highlights: Minezawa has had an illustrious career, contributing his expertise to reputable organizations such as Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. His innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence have enabled him to achieve significant milestones in the field of image processing and coding.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Minezawa has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Shunichi Sekiguchi and Kazuo Sugimoto. Their joint efforts have paved the way for advancements in imaging technology, further solidifying Minezawa’s reputation as a leading inventor in this domain.

Conclusion: Akira Minezawa's dedication to innovation in image decoding has resulted in numerous patents that continue to influence the technology landscape. His work not only enhances image quality but also pushes the boundaries of what is possible in the field of image processing. As he continues to innovate, the impact of his inventions will undoubtedly be felt for years to come.

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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