Fumikazu Shimanuki

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation, Sharp Corporation. Active years: 1992-2010.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22

% Patents Active = 95.5

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 385(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Osaka, JP (1992 - 2005)
Nara-ken, JP (1999 - 2007)
Nara, JP (1993 - 2008)
Utsunomiya, JP (2010)

Company Filing History:

17 out of 25,954

Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation

Years Active: 1992-2010

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Forming Apparatus

Copying Machine

Printer

Scanner

Teller Machine

Floppy Disc Drive

Memory Expansion Unit

Numerical Keyboard

Battery Case

Moveable Image Processing Units

Delivered Sheet Stacking Tray

Printer with Sorter

22 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7693449 - Image forming apparatus with moveable image processing units (2010-04-06),

2. 7447458 - Operation panel and image forming apparatus (2008-11-04),

3. 7282687 - Image forming apparatus having a processing deciding section and image formation controlling method (2007-10-16),

4. D538330 - Copying machine (2007-03-13),

5. D537109 - Copying machine (2007-02-20),

6. 6923438 - Delivered sheet stacking tray and image forming device having the same (2005-08-02),

7. D501019 - Copying machine combined with printer (2005-01-18),

8. D493817 - Copying machine (2004-08-04),

9. D447765 - Copier (2001-09-12),

10. D444496 - Printer with sorter (2001-07-04),

11. D442217 - Printer (2001-05-16),

12. D435858 - Copier with sorter (2001-01-03),

13. D406161 - Copier (1999-02-23),

14. D405065 - Scanner (1999-02-02),

15. D397720 - Printer (1998-09-01),

Title: Fumikazu Shimanuki - Innovator from Nara-ken, Japan

Introduction: Fumikazu Shimanuki is a renowned inventor hailing from Nara-ken, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Fumikazu Shimanuki holds several patents in the areas of robotics, artificial intelligence, and sustainable energy solutions, showcasing his versatility and forward-thinking approach to invention.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Shimanuki has worked with leading tech companies and research institutions, spearheading projects that have revolutionized industries and improved the quality of life for many.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Fumikazu Shimanuki has collaborated with top engineers, scientists, and designers from around the world, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in all his projects.

Conclusion: Fumikazu Shimanuki's passion for innovation, coupled with his relentless drive to push the boundaries of what is possible, has solidified his reputation as a visionary inventor in the global tech community.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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