This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Olympus Optical Company, Ltd., Olympus Imaging Corporation. Active years: 1996-2011.
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Title: Innovations of Hideaki Ichikawa
Introduction
Hideaki Ichikawa is a notable inventor based in Nagano, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical technology, holding a total of 3 patents. His work primarily focuses on lens assemblies and data imprinting devices for cameras.
Latest Patents
Ichikawa's latest patents include a lens assembly designed to enhance the stability and cost-effectiveness of lens retention. This innovative lens assembly features a lens group and a frame that supports the lens across its entire circumference. The design incorporates a chamfer at the rim of the lens surface, ensuring a continuous support that maintains the same radius of curvature as the lens surface. This advancement allows for a reduction in size and cost while providing stable lens retaining ability.
Another significant patent is a data imprinting device for cameras that allows for changeable image sizes. This device includes an LED that generates data to be imprinted on the film surface, along with a prism that helps form the image. The holder for the LED and prism is designed to be movable, enabling the position of the imprinting data to change in relation to the size of the photographed image. This invention emphasizes a simple construction that does not compromise the camera's size.
Career Highlights
Ichikawa has worked with prominent companies in the optical industry, including Olympus Optical Company, Ltd. and Olympus Imaging Corporation. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in developing innovative optical devices.
Collaborations
Ichikawa has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Satoshi Miyazaki and Yukihiko Sugita. Their combined efforts have led to advancements in optical technology and camera design.
Conclusion
Hideaki Ichikawa's contributions to optical technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor in the field. His innovative designs continue to impact the industry positively.
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