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Tokyo, Japan

Hideyuki Ichihashi

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Sony Corporation, Sony Group Corporation. Active years: 2010-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hideyuki Ichihashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hideyuki-ichihashi

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17 

% Patents Active = 52.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 28(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Saitama, JP (2010)
  • Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 58,148 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 4,280 
 
Sony Group Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2010-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Signal Processing
High-Resolution Imaging
Color Conversion
Learning Device
Motion Compensation
Imaging Control
Quantization Scale
Information Processing
Imaging Apparatus
Image Generation
Electricity Consumption
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12659446 - Information processing apparatus and information processing method (2026-06-16),
2. 11792544 - Image processing device, image processing method, and imaging device for generation of high-resolution image (2023-10-17),
3. 11770614 - Image processing device and method, and program (2023-09-26),
4. 11716552 - Imaging control device, imaging control method, and imaging device for increasing resolution of an image (2023-08-01),
5. 11330191 - Image processing device and image processing method to generate one image using images captured by two imaging units (2022-05-10),
6. 11282223 - Signal processing apparatus, signal processing method, and imaging apparatus (2022-03-22),
7. 10999500 - Imaging apparatus and imaging method, and image processing apparatus and image processing method (2021-05-04),
8. 10957029 - Image processing device and image processing method (2021-03-23),
9. 10885389 - Image processing device, image processing method, learning device, and learning method (2021-01-05),
10. 10593289 - Information processing system, image processing apparatus, image processing method, and program for color conversion of an image by selecting an electricity consumption minimum value (2020-03-17),
11. 10163402 - Image processing apparatus and image processing method (2018-12-25),
12. 8824782 - Addition ratio learning apparatus and method, image processing apparatus and method, program, and recording medium (2014-09-02),
13. 8447138 - Image processor, image processing method and program (2013-05-21),
14. 8254726 - Image processing apparatus, image processing method, and program (2012-08-28),
15. 8126281 - Image processing apparatus, method, and computer-readable medium for generating motion compensation images (2012-02-28),

Title: Innovations of Hideyuki Ichihashi

Introduction

Hideyuki Ichihashi is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of image processing, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on enhancing image quality and resolution through innovative techniques.

Latest Patents

Ichihashi's latest patents include an image processing device, an image processing method, and an imaging device designed for the generation of high-resolution images. One of his notable inventions is a pixel addition processing unit that adds pupil division pixel signals using various addition patterns. This technology generates a pixel addition image for each addition pattern, allowing for improved image quality. Additionally, his super-resolution processing unit utilizes these pixel addition images to create higher resolution image signals. Another significant patent involves a method for enhancing image quality in sensor shift imaging, where multiple frames are combined to generate an addition frame for each pixel phase.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Ichihashi has worked with renowned companies such as Sony Corporation and Sony Group Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop cutting-edge technologies in image processing.

Collaborations

Ichihashi has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Yiwen Zhu and Masatoshi Yokokawa. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of image processing technologies.

Conclusion

Hideyuki Ichihashi's innovative work in image processing has led to significant advancements in the field. His patents reflect a commitment to improving image quality and resolution, showcasing his expertise and dedication to technological progress.

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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