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Osaka, Japan

Hideaki Funakoshi

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Funai Electric Company Ltd.. Active years: 2001-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hideaki Funakoshi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hideaki-funakoshi

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 50.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 140(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kadoma, JP (2003)
  • Osaka, JP (2001 - 2010)
  • Daito, JP (2010)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal14 out of 2,413 
 
Funai Electric Company Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2010

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. RE41707 - Digital broadcasting receiver and method of controlling the same (2010-09-13),
2. 7680016 - Method for designing an optical pickup (2010-03-16),
3. 7649814 - Optical pickup (2010-01-19),
4. 7280445 - Optical pick-up (2007-10-09),
5. 7137132 - Optical pickup (2006-11-14),
6. 7017177 - Digital broadcasting receiver and method of controlling the same (2006-03-21),
7. 6928044 - Apparatus for fixing half mirror of optical pickup (2005-08-09),
8. 6876397 - Menu display apparatus (2005-04-05),
9. 6757485 - Apparatus for reproducing still picture from recording medium (2004-06-29),
10. 6667853 - Holding structure of indicating display device for recording medium drive, and recording medium drive (2003-12-23),
11. 6594225 - Disk rotation monitoring mechanism with parallel sensor unit (2003-07-15),
12. 6480346 - Lens holder (2002-11-12),
13. 6430236 - Digital broadcasting receiver (2002-08-06),
14. 6246188 - Dimmer apparatus (2001-06-12),

Title: Innovations of Hideaki Funakoshi

Introduction

Hideaki Funakoshi is a prominent inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of digital broadcasting and optical technology. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Funakoshi continues to push the boundaries of innovation.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is a digital broadcasting receiver and method of controlling the same. This invention allows for the reception of both HD (High Definition) and SD (Standard Definition) broadcasting. The digital broadcasting receiver separates a demodulated digital broadcasting signal in a transport unit before supplying it to decoders. The system utilizes data on a packet ID to determine the type of broadcasting and instructs the transport unit accordingly.

Another notable patent is a method for designing an optical pickup. This optical pickup includes a monolithic laser diode that emits laser light beams for both DVD recording and CD playback. The design ensures precision in the emission direction of the laser beams, enhancing the performance of optical devices.

Career Highlights

Funakoshi is currently employed at Funai Electric Company Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has significantly impacted the digital broadcasting and optical technology sectors.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Teruaki Sogawa and Koshiro Itakura, contributing to various projects and advancements in technology.

Conclusion

Hideaki Funakoshi's contributions to innovation in digital broadcasting and optical technology are noteworthy. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing technology and improving user experiences.

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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