Atsunori Himoto

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Kabushiki Kaisha Sega Enterprises. Active years: 2001-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Atsunori Himoto. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/atsunori-himoto

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10

% Patents Active = 60.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 666(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

7 out of 264

Sega Enterprises, Ltd.

patents

3 out of 145

Kabushiki Kaisha Sega Enterprises

patents

Years Active: 2001-2009

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10 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7488254 - Controller and expansion unit for controller (2009-02-10),

2. 7473180 - Controller and expansion unit for controller (2009-01-06),

3. 7331856 - Game apparatus, input device used in game apparatus and storage medium (2008-02-19),

4. 7081051 - Controller and expansion unit for controller (2006-07-25),

5. 6786826 - Memory device, controller, and electronic device (2004-09-07),

6. 6752719 - Controller and expansion unit for controller (2004-06-22),

7. 6517438 - Input device, game device, and method and recording medium for same (2003-02-11),

8. 6478679 - Memory device, controller and electronic device (2002-11-12),

9. 6324603 - Data transmission system and game system using the same (2001-11-27),

10. 6312335 - Input device, game device, and method and recording medium for same (2001-11-06),

Title: Innovations of Atsunori Himoto

Introduction

Atsunori Himoto is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of gaming technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His innovative designs have transformed the way users interact with gaming controllers, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

Latest Patents

One of Atsunori Himoto's latest patents is a controller and expansion unit for a controller. This expansion unit is connected to a controller body, which includes an analog direction key, a digital direction key, command buttons, and command levers. The design features a photo emitting unit that allows the controller to operate cordlessly. Additionally, it includes a photo detecting unit, enabling users to engage in shooting games where they can target enemies displayed on a monitor screen. The expansion unit also incorporates a vibration unit, providing realistic feedback during gameplay. This innovative approach allows new functions to be added to conventional controllers without altering the original controller body.

Career Highlights

Atsunori Himoto has worked with notable companies in the gaming industry, including Sega Enterprises, Ltd. and Kabushiki Kaisha Sega Enterprises. His experience in these organizations has played a crucial role in shaping his inventive ideas and designs.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Kenji Tosaki and Toshinori Date. Their collaboration has contributed to the development of innovative gaming technologies.

Conclusion

Atsunori Himoto's contributions to gaming technology through his patents and collaborations have significantly impacted the industry. His work continues to inspire advancements in user interaction and gaming experiences.

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]