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Kawasaki, Japan

Eiichiro Kitagawa

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Axis Ab. Active years: 2000-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Eiichiro Kitagawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/eiichiro-kitagawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 21 

% Patents Active = 76.2

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.1

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 123(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokohama, JP (2000 - 2006)
  • Kawasaki, JP (2012 - 2022)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2006 - 2023)
  • Tokyo, JP (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal20 out of 92,994 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 943 
 
Axis Ab
 patents

Years Active: 2000-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Camera Systems
Control Methods
Sensor Data Management
Monitoring Systems
Image Sensing
Image Transmission
Display Control
Facsimile Technology
Tracking Targets
Computer-Readable Storage
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12418725 - Control apparatus and control method therefor (2025-09-16),
2. 11962931 - System, camera device, and method for displaying collected sensor data together with images (2024-04-16),
3. 11842518 - Camera apparatus, control method for camera apparatus, and storage medium (2023-12-12),
4. 11245815 - Monitoring apparatus, monitoring system, control method, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium (2022-02-08),
5. 10979614 - Control apparatus, method of controlling imaging device, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium that control an imaging device for tracking a tracking target (2021-04-13),
6. 10965858 - Image processing apparatus, control method thereof, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium for detecting moving object in captured image (2021-03-30),
7. 10796543 - Display control apparatus, display control method, camera system, control method for camera system, and storage medium (2020-10-06),
8. 10404947 - Information processing apparatus, information processing method, camera system, control method for camera system, and storage medium (2019-09-03),
9. 10373459 - Display control apparatus, display control method, camera system, control method for camera system, and storage medium (2019-08-06),
10. 10257402 - Control apparatus, method of controlling image sensing device, and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium that controls an image sensing device for tracking and sensing a tracking target (2019-04-09),
11. 10038843 - Image transmission apparatus, image transmission method, program, and storage medium (2018-07-31),
12. 8830326 - Image transmission apparatus, image transmission method, program, and storage medium (2014-09-09),
13. 8395680 - Adapter apparatus connected to an image capturing apparatus and delivering video files thereof to a client apparatus, control method thereof, and computer program (2013-03-12),
14. 8146124 - Camera adapter for remote controlling a camera, control method thereof, and storage medium (2012-03-27),
15. 7110134 - Facsimile system (2006-09-19),

Title: Innovations by Eiichiro Kitagawa: Pioneering the Future of Camera Technology

Introduction: Eiichiro Kitagawa is an accomplished inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of camera technology. With 19 patents to his name, Kitagawa has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions that enhance the functionality and capabilities of camera systems.

Latest Patents: Among his most recent patents, Kitagawa has developed a camera apparatus with a sophisticated control method and storage medium. This innovative camera apparatus features a search unit that allows it to connect to another camera via a network. The system includes a display unit that provides information regarding the connected device and an instruction area, enabling users to overlay additional data on the video captured by the second camera.

Additionally, Kitagawa's monitoring apparatus and system patent showcases a method for processing image data. It generates a background image and effectively detects moving objects within a captured scene. The technology includes functionality that sets a continuing time for a detected moving object until it stabilizes, allowing it to be treated as a background, which revolutionizes video monitoring systems.

Career Highlights: Kitagawa's career has been closely associated with Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and optical products. His contributions have not only advanced the company's technological capabilities but have also set new standards within the industry.

Collaborations: In his innovative journey, Kitagawa has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Keiichi Iimoto and Ken Kuroda. Their collective expertise has fostered an environment of creativity and forward-thinking, leading to the development of groundbreaking inventions in the field of camera technology.

Conclusion: Eiichiro Kitagawa's inventive spirit and technical prowess have made a lasting impact on the field of imaging technology. With a robust portfolio of patents, his work continues to shape the future of camera apparatus and monitoring systems, reflecting the ongoing evolution of this essential technology.

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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