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Matsumoto, Japan

Fumikazu Otani

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications. Top assignee: Seiko Epson Corporation. Active years: 2021-2026.

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

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 = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 34,238 
 
Seiko Epson Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2021-2026

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12606178 - Posture estimation method, posture estimation device, and vehicle (2026-04-21),
2. 12474363 - Inertial measurement unit (2025-11-18),
3. 12366588 - Inertial measurement device and inertial measurement system (2025-07-22),
4. 12306640 - Posture estimation device, sensor module, measurement system, moving object, and posture estimation method (2025-05-20),
5. 12247995 - Sensor module and measurement system (2025-03-11),
6. 12117789 - Sensor module, electronic apparatus, and vehicle (2024-10-15),
7. 12007735 - Sensor module, electronic apparatus, and vehicle (2024-06-11),
8. 12007407 - Sensor module and measurement system (2024-06-11),
9. 11797026 - Posture estimation device, sensor module, measurement system, moving object, and posture estimation method (2023-10-24),
10. 11789032 - Inertial measurement unit (2023-10-17),
11. 11077843 - Sensor module, measurement system, electronic apparatus, and vehicle (2021-08-03),

Title: Fumikazu Otani: Innovator in Inertial Measurement Technology

Introduction

Fumikazu Otani is a prominent inventor based in Matsumoto, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of inertial measurement technology, holding a total of nine patents. His work focuses on developing advanced devices and systems that enhance the accuracy and functionality of inertial measurements.

Latest Patents

Otani's latest patents include an inertial measurement device and an inertial measurement system. The inertial measurement device features an inertial sensor, two signal processing circuits, and communication units that allow interaction with external devices. It offers a mode selection unit that enables users to choose between different processing modes, enhancing its versatility. Additionally, he has developed a posture estimation device that utilizes acceleration and angular velocity information to estimate the posture of movable bodies. This device includes a storage unit for relevant data and a parameter control unit for selecting posture parameters.

Career Highlights

Fumikazu Otani has dedicated his career to advancing inertial measurement technologies. His innovative designs and patents have positioned him as a key figure in this specialized field. Working at Seiko Epson Corporation, he has contributed to the development of cutting-edge technologies that are essential for various applications.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Otani has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Taketo Chino and Yoshikuni Saito. These partnerships have fostered

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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