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Kawasaki, Japan

Fumihiko Nakazawa

This inventor holds 50 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Touch Panel Technology (CPC class G01R). Top assignees: Fujitsu Corporation, Fujitsu Component Limited, Drnc Holdings, Inc.. Active years: 1995-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Fumihiko Nakazawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/fumihiko-nakazawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 50 

% Patents Active = 42.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 699(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 658(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Kobe, JP (2016)
  • Koube, JP (2016 - 2018)
  • Kawasaki, JP (1995 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal49 out of 39,374 
 
Fujitsu Corporation
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 807 
 
Fujitsu Component Limited
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 56 
 
Drnc Holdings, Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 158 
 
Fujitsu Media Devices Limited
 patents
5. 1 out of 294 
 
Tohoku Pioneer Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1995-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Touch Panel Device
Tactile Sensation
Power Measurement
Optical Position Detection
Piezoelectric Device
Sensor Signal Processing
Current Measurement
Palpation Assistance
Angular Speed Sensor
Display Apparatus
Manufacturing Method
Detection Method
50 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10716507 - Palpation assisting apparatus, palpation assisting system, and palpation assisting method (2020-07-21),
2. 10488928 - Tactile sensation providing system and tactile sensation providing apparatus (2019-11-26),
3. 10054981 - Overturn prevention device for apparatus including tiltable housing (2018-08-21),
4. 9851380 - Power strip and electric power measurement system (2017-12-26),
5. 9830011 - Input apparatus (2017-11-28),
6. 9581621 - Method of calculating current correction formula for power strip, current measuring method, and power strip (2017-02-28),
7. 9372202 - Packaged device (2016-06-21),
8. 9325129 - Power strip and electric power measurement system (2016-04-26),
9. 9318857 - Power strip and electrical power measurement system (2016-04-19),
10. 9316672 - Power strip and power measurement method (2016-04-19),
11. 9310407 - Power strip and power measurement method (2016-04-12),
12. 8289723 - Method of fabricating packaged-device (2012-10-16),
13. 8283735 - Packaged device and producing method thereof (2012-10-09),
14. 8269752 - Touch panel device and contact position detection method (2012-09-18),
15. 8230740 - Angular speed sensor and electronic apparatus (2012-07-31),

Title: Fumihiko Nakazawa: Innovator in Tactile Sensation Technology

Introduction: Fumihiko Nakazawa is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan, with an impressive portfolio of 50 patents. His work focuses on various innovative technologies, particularly in the field of tactile sensation and palpation assistance, making significant contributions to medical and interactive device sectors.

Latest Patents: Among his recent inventions are three notable patents: the Palpation Assisting Apparatus, the Palpation Assisting System, and the Palpation Assisting Method. The palpation assisting apparatus features a synchronization controller that aligns the acquisition of pressure data from a sensor, located on a lesion area, with positional data from a marker. This setup allows for a precise recording of pressure data alongside its corresponding location information. Additionally, Nakazawa has developed a Tactile Sensation Providing System and Apparatus that includes a wearable device for fingers equipped with vibrating elements. This system detects touch interactions on manipulation surfaces and is capable of generating tailored tactile sensations based on user input.

Career Highlights: Fumihiko Nakazawa has had a fruitful career, having worked with esteemed companies like Fujitsu Corporation and Fujitsu Component Limited. His roles in these organizations allowed him to advance his innovative projects and collaborate with other skilled professionals in the field.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Nakazawa has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Satoshi Sano and Takashi Katsuki. Their teamwork contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies that have had a lasting impact on the industry.

Conclusion: Fumihiko Nakazawa stands out as an influential inventor, renowned for his advancements in palpation assistance and tactile sensation technologies. His dedication to innovation and collaboration within prestigious companies demonstrates his commitment to enhancing user experiences in medical and technological fields. His 50 patents reflect a remarkable journey of creativity and practical application in enhancing human-machine interaction.

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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