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Nara, Japan

Hidetsugu Maekawa

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Information Processing. Top assignees: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd., Panasonic Corporation. Active years: 1994-2020.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hidetsugu Maekawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hidetsugu-maekawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 19

% Patents Active = 84.2

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.8

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 147(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Osaka, JP (1994)
  • Kadoma, JP (1995 - 1997)
  • Hirakata, JP (1996 - 2002)
  • Ikoma, JP (2006)
  • Nara, JP (2007 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 27,375 
 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 13,338 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 16,454 
 
Panasonic Corporation
 patents
4. 1 out of 4,016 
 
Panasonic Intellectual Property Corporation of America
 patents

Years Active: 1994-2020

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Areas of Expertise:
Walking Assistance Robot
Information Collection
Pulse Wave Measurement
Language Processing
Voice Recognition
Character Recognition
Navigation System
Video Generation
Test Pattern Generation
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10765585 - Walking assistance robot for assisting smooth start of user's action after standing up from chair (2020-09-08),
2. 10692378 - Information collection method, information collection system, and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing information collection program (2020-06-23),
3. 10659404 - Information processing method, information processing device, and recording medium storing information processing program (2020-05-19),
4. 10648825 - Pulse wave measuring apparatus, control method, and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium (2020-05-12),
5. 10629225 - Information processing method, information processing device, and recording medium recording information processing program (2020-04-21),
6. 10022284 - Life assistance system for assisting user in act of standing up (2018-07-17),
7. 9998797 - Comment-provided video generating apparatus and comment-provided video generating method (2018-06-12),
8. 9674582 - Comment-provided video generating apparatus and comment-provided video generating method (2017-06-06),
9. 7809499 - System, navigation method, medium, and information set (2010-10-05),
10. 7251559 - System, navigation method, medium, and information set (2007-07-31),
11. 7050979 - Apparatus and method for converting a spoken language to a second language (2006-05-23),
12. 6471420 - Voice selection apparatus voice response apparatus, and game apparatus using word tables from which selected words are output as voice selections (2002-10-29),
13. 6041141 - Character recognition machine utilizing language processing (2000-03-21),
14. 5987170 - Character recognition machine utilizing language processing (1999-11-16),
15. 5884257 - Voice recognition and voice response apparatus using speech period start (1999-03-16),

Title: **Hidetsugu Maekawa: Innovator Behind Advanced Robotics and Information Systems**

Introduction

Hidetsugu Maekawa, based in Nara, Japan, is a prominent inventor renowned for his contributions to the fields of robotics and information systems. With a remarkable portfolio of 19 patents, Maekawa's innovations have significantly advanced technology that aids users in daily activities and enhances information collection methodologies.

Latest Patents

Among his recent patents, the "Walking assistance robot for assisting smooth start of user's action after standing up from chair" stands out. This groundbreaking system features a walking assistance robot paired with an automatic elevation chair. The chair detects the user's consciousness level and communicates this data to the robot, which then adjusts its resistance force accordingly to facilitate a smooth transition into walking. Additionally, his invention concerning an "information collection method, information collection system, and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium storing information collection program" showcases an advanced information collection system utilizing event sensor data. This invention intelligently associates sensor data from on-vehicle and passenger terminals to monitor and store dangerous driving information.

Career Highlights

Hidetsugu Maekawa's career is marked by significant contributions while working at Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd. His innovative spirit and dedication have driven him to develop technologies that improve user assistance and data management.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Maekawa has had the privilege of collaborating with notable colleagues such as Kazuhiro Kayashima and Hisao Niwa. These partnerships have undoubtedly fostered a creative environment, leading to the successful development of his various patents.

Conclusion

Hidetsugu Maekawa continues to be a key figure in the innovation landscape, with his advanced patents and projects demonstrating a commitment to making technology more accessible and efficient for users. His work not only influences the fields of robotics and information systems but also sets a standard for future inventions that prioritize user experience and safety.

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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