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Kawasaki, Japan

Hiromi Kimura

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Nippon Steel Corporation, Nippon Steel Chemical Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1992-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiromi Kimura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiromi-kimura

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16

% Patents Active = 62.5


Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.3

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 37(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 93,258 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 3,727 
 
Nippon Steel Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 173 
 
Nippon Steel Chemical Co., Ltd.
 patents
4. 1 out of 1 
 
Sakase Adteck Co.
 patent
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1992-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Printing Systems
Control Methods
User Authentication
Non-Transitory Storage
Fiber-Reinforced Plastics
Carbon Fiber Composites
Output Control
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12019936 - Non-transitory computer readable storage medium, control method, and mobile terminal (2024-06-25),
2. 11151430 - Image forming apparatus capable of executing line width adjustment process, method of controlling same, and storage medium (2021-10-19),
3. 10783413 - Image forming apparatus for using a password in changing a setting of an interpreter (2020-09-22),
4. 10437530 - Communication terminal, method of controlling communication terminal and non-transitory storage medium for adding user authentication information to print data in handover enable or disable state (2019-10-08),
5. 10275694 - Image forming apparatus and image forming system having binding unit capable of performing binding, and control method for the binding unit (2019-04-30),
6. 9716810 - Image processing apparatus configured to perform smoothing based on analysis of PDL data, and storage medium storing program therefor (2017-07-25),
7. 9340051 - Printing apparatus, method for controlling printing apparatus, and storage medium for test printing (2016-05-17),
8. 9050845 - Printing system, control method therefor, and storage medium storing control program therefor (2015-06-09),
9. 8384932 - Image forming apparatus and method thereof (2013-02-26),
10. 8345292 - Information processing apparatus, information processing apparatus control method, and storage medium (2013-01-01),
11. 8218162 - Image processing device (2012-07-10),
12. 6903832 - Output control apparatus, output control method and memory medium storing program readable by computer (2005-06-07),
13. 5749211 - Fiber-reinforced plastic bar and production method thereof (1998-05-12),
14. 5702993 - Triaxial fabric composed of carbon fiber strands and method for (1997-12-30),
15. 5552214 - Unidirectional prepreg and carbon fiber reinforced composite materials (1996-09-03),

Title: Hiromi Kimura: Innovator in Mobile Technology and Image Processing

Introduction

Hiromi Kimura is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. She has made significant contributions to the fields of mobile technology and image processing, holding a total of 16 patents. Her innovative work has paved the way for advancements in how mobile devices interact with printing technology and image rendering.

Latest Patents

Among her latest patents is a non-transitory computer readable storage medium, control method, and mobile terminal. This invention allows a mobile terminal to display a guide screen that facilitates the participation of a printing apparatus in a wireless network. The mobile terminal shows the SSID of the access point to which it is connected, enhancing user experience. Another notable patent is for an image forming apparatus capable of executing a line width adjustment process. This technology prevents the legibility of thin lines from being adversely affected when reducing variation in thickness. The rendering process for printing includes both line width adjustment and a process for thickening thin lines, ensuring high-quality output.

Career Highlights

Hiromi Kimura has worked with renowned companies such as Canon and Nippon Steel Corporation. Her experience in these organizations has allowed her to develop and refine her innovative ideas, contributing to her success as an inventor.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Hiromi has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Kenji Kubomura and Nobuyuki Tsuji. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of groundbreaking technologies.

Conclusion

Hiromi Kimura's contributions to mobile technology and image processing are noteworthy. Her patents reflect her commitment to innovation and excellence in her field. As a leading inventor, she continues to inspire future generations of technologists and innovators.

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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