Hirokazu Kubo

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Olympus Corporation, Evident Corporation, Hokkaido University. Active years: 2008-2024.

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 60.0

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 42(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Hino, JP (2008 - 2012)
Higashimurayama, JP (2018)
Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

National Institute of Information and Communications Technology, Incorporated

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2008-2024

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15 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11900574 - Image processing system and image processing method (2024-02-13),

2. 10379328 - Confocal scanner, confocal microscope, and illumination method (2019-08-13),

3. 10209504 - Light detecting device and laser microscope system (2019-02-19),

4. 10067329 - Microscope apparatus and specimen observation method (2018-09-04),

5. 10018822 - Laser microscope apparatus including photodetector having a plurality of detection elements and an adjusting mechanism for adjusting the beam diameter (2018-07-10),

6. 10001632 - Laser microscope apparatus (2018-06-19),

7. 9356413 - Laser source apparatus and laser microscope (2016-05-31),

8. 8294985 - Laser microscope apparatus (2012-10-23),

9. 8279521 - Optical device and laser microscope (2012-10-02),

10. 8159663 - Laser microscope apparatus having a frequency dispersion adjuster (2012-04-17),

11. 7995271 - Laser microscope with negative dispersion optical system (2011-08-09),

12. 7894131 - Laser microscope (2011-02-22),

13. 7869124 - Laser microscope (2011-01-11),

14. 7551809 - Optical fiber delivery system for delivering ultrashort optical pulses and optical system including the same (2009-06-23),

15. 7329880 - Multiphoton-excitation laser scanning microscope (2008-02-12),

Title: **Hirokazu Kubo: A Visionary Inventor in Image Processing Technology**

Introduction

Hirokazu Kubo, an accomplished inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, holds an impressive portfolio of 15 patents. His innovative contributions, particularly in the field of image processing, reflect his dedication to advancing technology and enhancing imaging capabilities.

Latest Patents

Among his notable inventions, Kubo's latest patents include an **Image Processing System and Image Processing Method**. This system comprises a scanner, a pixelated photon detector (PPD), and at least one processor that displays a setting screen for defining an identification range of gradation. This innovative approach allows for the generation and conversion of images based on detected light intensity signals. Additionally, Kubo has developed a patent for a **Confocal Scanner, Confocal Microscope, and Illumination Method**. This confocal scanner utilizes light introduced via a multimode optical fiber and features a disk unit with a rotary disk, showcasing Kubo's ingenuity in microscope design and optical systems.

Career Highlights

Kubo's career is marked by his tenure at renowned institutions such as Olympus Corporation and the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology. His work at these companies has significantly contributed to his understanding and development of cutting-edge imaging technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Hirokazu Kubo has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Kenji Taira and Makio Ueno. These partnerships have fostered an environment of innovation, enabling the exchange of ideas and expertise that further advanced their collective research efforts in the imaging field.

Conclusion

Hirokazu Kubo continues to push the boundaries of technology through his inventive spirit and dedication to research. With a substantial number of patents to his name, his work stands as a testament to the power of innovation in transforming our capabilities in image processing and microscopy. His legacy is one that will inspire future generations of inventors and researchers in the realms of technology and science.