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Sakai, Japan

Hideki Sato

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation. Active years: 2016-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hideki Sato. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hideki-sato-nngeb7uz

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 13(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Osaka, JP (2016 - 2018)
  • Sakai, JP (2019 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal16 out of 25,954 
 
Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2016-2022

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16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11525913 - Light detection device and electronic apparatus comprising plural SPAD arrays with a photon detection rate controller (2022-12-13),
2. 11415696 - Optical sensor and electronic device (2022-08-16),
3. 11366205 - Optical sensor, distance measurement device, and electronic apparatus (2022-06-21),
4. 11327160 - Optical sensor and electronic device (2022-05-10),
5. 11287518 - Optical sensor and electronic device (2022-03-29),
6. 11221410 - Light sensor, electronic device, computation apparatus, and method for measuring distance between light sensor and sensing object (2022-01-11),
7. 11175387 - Optical sensor and electronic device (2021-11-16),
8. 11112494 - Photodetector and portable electronic equipment (2021-09-07),
9. 11061139 - Ranging sensor (2021-07-13),
10. 10705212 - Optical sensor and electronic device (2020-07-07),
11. 10677648 - Optical sensor and electronic device (2020-06-09),
12. 10555387 - Light-emitting element drive circuit and portable electronic instrument (2020-02-04),
13. 10281323 - Light receiver and portable electronic apparatus (2019-05-07),
14. 10006805 - Light receiver and mobile electronic device (2018-06-26),
15. 9893736 - Analog to digital conversion device, illuminance sensor device, and electronic apparatus comprising the illuminance sensor device (2018-02-13),

Title: Innovations of Inventor Hideki Sato

Introduction

Hideki Sato is a prominent inventor based in Sakai, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical sensors and electronic devices, holding a total of 16 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the performance and efficiency of light detection technologies.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a light detection device and electronic apparatus that comprises multiple Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) arrays with a photon detection rate controller. This invention features a first SPAD array that operates in Geiger mode and is designed to detect at least one pulse light beam. Additionally, a second SPAD array captures light reflected from a detection object, also operating in Geiger mode. The device includes a voltage generation unit that applies a reverse bias voltage to both SPAD arrays and a controller that adjusts the photon detection rate based on the incidence of light beams.

Another notable patent is an optical sensor and electronic device that updates a crosstalk value. This invention includes a photon-counting type of first light-receiving unit that receives reflected light from both the target object and the cover panel. A determination circuit assesses whether the target object reflected light is received, based on a received light pulse signal and a reference pulse signal.

Career Highlights

Hideki Sato is currently employed at Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation, where he continues to innovate in the field of optical technology. His work has significantly advanced the capabilities of light detection systems, making them more efficient and reliable.

Collaborations

He has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Takayuki Shimizu and Yoshiki Ikuta, contributing to various projects that enhance the functionality of electronic devices.

Conclusion

Hideki Sato's contributions to the field of optical sensors and electronic devices have established him as a leading inventor in Japan. His innovative patents reflect his commitment to advancing technology and improving detection systems.

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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