This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Konica Minolta, Inc.. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Hiroaki Okano: Inventor in Inkjet Nozzle Inspection.
Introduction
Hiroaki Okano is an inventor based in Kodaira, Japan, and is associated with Konica Minolta, Inc. His patent work addresses the inspection of inkjet nozzles.
Latest Patents
Okano is identified with 1 patent: “Nozzle state inspection apparatus, nozzle state inspection method, and non-transitory recording medium storing computer-readable nozzle state inspection program.” The invention describes an apparatus that forms a drive waveform with first and second drive outputs and sends it to multiple nozzles in an inkjet head. It acquires a reverberation waveform from a nozzle under measurement and uses that waveform to inspect for abnormalities, aiming for accurate inspection with an inexpensive configuration.
Career Highlights
The available information connects Okano’s invention to Konica Minolta, Inc. and its inkjet technology. The patent focuses on a practical method for assessing nozzle condition through waveform analysis.
Collaborations
Okano’s listed company affiliation is Konica Minolta, Inc. The provided information does not identify specific co-inventors or other collaborators.
Conclusion
Hiroaki Okano’s patent presents a waveform-based approach to inkjet nozzle inspection, combining abnormality detection with an emphasis on accuracy and cost-effective equipment.
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