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Hachioji, Japan

Hideki Shimonaka

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Endoscopic Instruments. Top assignees: Olympus Corporation, Olympus Optical Company, Ltd., Olympus Medical Systems Corporation. Active years: 1980-2014.

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

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 83.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 3,009(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Sagamihara, JP (1983)
  • Hachioji, JP (1980 - 2014)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 8,307 
 
Olympus Corporation
 patents
silverMedal7 out of 5,729 
 
Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 1,268 
 
Olympus Medical Systems Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1980-2014

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Areas of Expertise:
Endoscopic Instruments
Living Tissue Ligation
Observation System
Endoscopic Suture Apparatus
Ligating Device
Endoscope System
Suction Control Unit
Fluid Changing Device
Coeliac Tubular Member
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8900254 - Apparatus for ligating living tissues (2014-12-02),
2. 8632459 - Intra-subject observation system and intra-subject observation method (2014-01-21),
3. 8348964 - Living tissue ligation device (2013-01-08),
4. 8157824 - Living tissue ligation device (2012-04-17),
5. 8152824 - Living tissue ligation device (2012-04-10),
6. 7998148 - Endoscopic instruments (2011-08-16),
7. 7776066 - Endoscopic suture apparatus (2010-08-17),
8. 7727247 - Living tissue ligation device (2010-06-01),
9. 7662089 - Endoscope suitable to body cavity (2010-02-16),
10. 7156857 - Endoscopic instruments (2007-01-02),
11. 7063715 - Endoscopic suture apparatus (2006-06-20),
12. 7011667 - Apparatus for ligating living tissues (2006-03-14),
13. 6059719 - Endoscope system (2000-05-09),
14. 4794913 - Suction control unit for an endoscope (1989-01-03),
15. 4736732 - Endoscopic fluid changing device (1988-04-12),

Title: Inventor Hideki Shimonaka

Introduction: Hideki Shimonaka is a renowned inventor based in Hachioji, Japan, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Hideki Shimonaka holds several patents in various technological domains, showcasing his continuous commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Career Highlights: Throughout his illustrious career, Hideki Shimonaka has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge solutions that have revolutionized industries and improved the lives of many.

Collaborations: Hideki Shimonaka has collaborated with leading tech companies and research institutions, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge-sharing within the industry.

Conclusion: Hideki Shimonaka's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence make him a true pioneer in the world of technology, inspiring future generations of inventors and innovators.

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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