Hideo Hirose

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Nippon Kogaku K.k., Nikon Corporation. Active years: 1983-2007.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hideo Hirose. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hideo-hirose

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 250(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Tokyo, JP (1983 - 1984)
Kawaguchi, JP (1985 - 1997)
Saitama-ken, JP (1997)
Shiraoka-machi, JP (2007)

Company Filing History:

Years Active: 1983-2007

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11 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 7307725 - Surface inspection apparatus, polarization illuminating device and light-receiving device (2007-12-11),

2. 5640284 - Optical reflector, illumination optical system, light source system and (1997-06-17),

3. 5615047 - Illumination apparatus and exposure apparatus using it (1997-03-25),

4. 5594587 - Illumination device with allowable error amount of telecentricity on the (1997-01-14),

5. 4782239 - Optical position measuring apparatus (1988-11-01),

6. 4753523 - Low magnification projection objective lens (1988-06-28),

7. 4526443 - Telecentric illumination system (1985-07-02),

8. 4511223 - Telecentric variable power illumination system (1985-04-16),

9. 4426136 - Projection lens with long working distance (1984-01-17),

10. 4386833 - Epi-illumination type projection device (1983-06-07),

11. 4386828 - Telecentric illumination system (1983-06-07),

Title: Hideo Hirose: Innovator in Optical Technology

Introduction

Hideo Hirose is a prominent inventor based in Kawaguchi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical technology, holding a total of 11 patents. His work focuses on developing advanced devices for surface inspection and illumination systems.

Latest Patents

Hideo Hirose's latest patents include a surface inspection apparatus and a polarization illuminating device. The surface inspection apparatus is designed to illuminate a test substrate using a light source unit that emits a divergent light flux of predetermined linearly polarized light. It features a first optical member that guides the light flux to the substrate and a second optical member that captures the light reflected from the substrate. This apparatus also includes an extraction unit that isolates linearly polarized light and a light-receiving unit that forms an image of the test substrate. Additionally, he has developed an optical illumination system that utilizes a specially shaped optical reflector to illuminate surfaces in the shape of an arc or annulus.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hideo Hirose has worked with notable companies such as Nippon Kogaku K.K. and Nikon Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to groundbreaking innovations in optical technology.

Collaborations

Hideo has collaborated with several talented individuals in his field, including Hideki Komatsuda and Takashi Mori. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of innovative solutions in optical systems.

Conclusion

Hideo Hirose's contributions to optical technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the industry. His work continues to influence advancements in surface inspection and illumination systems.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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