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Zushi, Japan

Fumikazu Nishikawa

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1996-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Fumikazu Nishikawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/fumikazu-nishikawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 90.9


Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 46(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokohama, JP (1996 - 2013)
  • Zushi, JP (2016 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 92,994 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1996-2024

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12134267 - Image recording apparatus, control method, and storage medium (2024-11-05),
2. 11718109 - Information processing apparatus, printing apparatus, and information processing method (2023-08-08),
3. 11524496 - Image recording apparatus, control method, and storage medium (2022-12-13),
4. 11161357 - Information processing apparatus, printing apparatus, information processing method, and storage medium (2021-11-02),
5. 11025791 - Information processing apparatus, printing apparatus, information processing method, and program, providing accurate identification of the type of a printing medium by increasing the opportunity to improve the accuracy of determining the type of printing medium based on measurement results (2021-06-01),
6. 9493018 - Printing apparatus with cut unit configured to cut a sheet according to an operator's instructions (2016-11-15),
7. 8374521 - Image forming apparatus, method of controlling image forming apparatus, and storage medium storing program (2013-02-12),
8. 7539454 - Printing apparatus and printing method (2009-05-26),
9. 5616979 - Vibration driven motor apparatus (1997-04-01),
10. 5612598 - Vibration driven motor (1997-03-18),
11. 5493163 - Lens driving device employing vibration motor with backlash compensation (1996-02-20),

Title: Fumikazu Nishikawa: Innovator in Information Processing Technology

Introduction

Fumikazu Nishikawa is a prominent inventor based in Zushi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of information processing technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in image recording and printing apparatuses.

Latest Patents

Nishikawa's latest patents include an "Image recording apparatus, control method, and storage medium." This invention involves determining whether a recording medium is in a state suitable for calibration. If the recording medium is not held, the execution of calibration is pending. The system re-evaluates the state after a predetermined period, executing calibration when the recording medium is available. Another notable patent is the "Information processing apparatus, printing apparatus, and information processing method." This invention features an acquisition unit that gathers measurement results regarding printing medium characteristics. It includes a decision unit that identifies the type of printing medium based on these results and a determination unit that decides whether to adjust the reference characteristic value associated with the printing medium type.

Career Highlights

Fumikazu Nishikawa is currently employed at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and printing technology. His innovative work has significantly impacted the efficiency and effectiveness of information processing systems.

Collaborations

Nishikawa has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Takehiko Kasamatsu and Yuki Igarashi. Their combined expertise has contributed to the development of advanced technologies in their field.

Conclusion

Fumikazu Nishikawa's contributions to information processing technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in imaging and printing solutions.

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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