Atsushi Sugai

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 5 EPO patents. Top assignees: Ricoh Company, Ltd., Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited. Active years: 2013-2025.

USPTO Granted Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 6)

% Patents Active = 72.7

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 8)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 1(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Tokyo, JP (2017 - 2023)
Kanagawa, JP (2013 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited

patents

Years Active: 2013-2025

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12479018 - Workpiece processing method and processing device (2025-11-25),

2. 11936829 - Illuminating device, image reading device, and image forming apparatus with multiple light sources (2024-03-19),

3. 11559835 - Processing device, and method for controlling processing device (2023-01-24),

4. 11509776 - Apparatus and method for detecting foreign substance based on a difference in reading level of reflected light in a first wavelength range and a second wavelength range (2022-11-22),

5. 11007614 - Workpiece retention device and workpiece retention method (2021-05-18),

6. 10033899 - Lighting device including a board to mount the light source on a mount surface opposite a cover, image reading device, and image forming apparatus (2018-07-24),

7. 9757791 - Plate-shaped workpiece forming method (2017-09-12),

8. 9742951 - Lens unit, image reading device, and image forming apparatus (2017-08-22),

9. 9674384 - Image reading device and image forming apparatus including same (2017-06-06),

10. 9616479 - Molding method for plate-shaped workpiece, and molded article (2017-04-11),

11. 8576419 - Image reading device and image forming apparatus for detecting that document reading unit is positioned at document reference line (2013-11-05),

Title: Innovations of Atsushi Sugai

Introduction

Atsushi Sugai is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the fields of imaging and illumination technology. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Sugai's work has had a considerable impact on various industries.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are an illuminating device, an image reading device, and an image forming apparatus with multiple light sources. The illuminating device features a plurality of first light sources arrayed on a circuit board, each having multiple light-emitting surfaces. Additionally, a second light source is positioned upstream of the first light sources, emitting light at a different directivity angle. The image reading device utilizes this illuminating device along with an imaging device to capture images of documents. Another notable patent involves a processing device designed to handle frame-shaped workpieces, incorporating a shaping device and an exit side pinch roll device for efficient processing.

Career Highlights

Sugai has worked with notable companies such as Ricoh Company, Ltd. and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to innovative projects.

Collaborations

Some of his coworkers include Daisuke Ogura and Masamoto Nakazawa. Their collaboration has likely fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation.

Conclusion

Atsushi Sugai's contributions to technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a significant inventor in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in imaging and illumination technologies.