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Yokosuka, Japan

Hiroshi Fukui

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Printing Technology. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1983-2003.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroshi Fukui. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroshi-fukui-rahd68fy

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 20

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.5

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 254(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal20 out of 93,136 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1983-2003

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Areas of Expertise:
Ink Jet Systems
Recording Apparatus
Data Processing
Thermal Printer
Dot Printing
Document Processing
Discharge Recovery
Interconnectable Carriages
Carriage Control
Fixation Control
Time Division Drive
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6661532 - Printing apparatus (2003-12-09),
2. 6341909 - Recording apparatus and recording-medium supply apparatus (2002-01-29),
3. 6144460 - Data processing method, and data processor and printer using data (2000-11-07),
4. 6116711 - Printer and printing control method according to detected amount of (2000-09-12),
5. 6062673 - Recording apparatus and record data processing method (2000-05-16),
6. 5907334 - Recording apparatus and method using plural interconnectable carriages (1999-05-25),
7. 5896146 - Time division drive recording apparatus and method (1999-04-20),
8. 5896143 - Ink jet recording apparatus (1999-04-20),
9. 5873661 - Recording apparatus capable of data-read control (1999-02-23),
10. 5831646 - Controlling a discharge recovery operation according to a condition (1998-11-03),
11. 5638098 - Document processing apparatus for controlling fixation of recorded ink (1997-06-10),
12. 5610634 - Recording apparatus (1997-03-11),
13. 5543826 - Ink jet apparatus and method for recovery thereof (1996-08-06),
14. 5166708 - Recording apparatus having plural suction recovery caps (1992-11-24),
15. 5018884 - Recording apparatus in which a plurality of carriages can be connected (1991-05-28),

Title: **Hiroshi Fukui: Innovator in Printing Technology**

Introduction

Hiroshi Fukui is a prominent inventor based in Yokosuka, Japan. With a remarkable portfolio of 20 patents, he has made significant contributions to the field of printing technology. His innovative spirit and technical expertise have enabled him to develop advanced solutions that enhance printing capabilities.

Latest Patents

Fukui's recent inventions include a **Printing Apparatus** and a **Recording Apparatus with Recording-Medium Supply Apparatus**. The Printing Apparatus features a sophisticated design that allows complicated printhead controls without necessitating an intricate logic circuit. It utilizes a data table for control patterns, facilitating efficient operations via a RAM. Additionally, the Recording Apparatus includes mechanisms for single-sheet and overlapping supplies of recording mediums. This technology is particularly adept at handling consecutive blank pages, ensuring seamless recording by efficiently managing the supply of sheets during printing processes.

Career Highlights

Hiroshi Fukui is associated with Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company recognized for its advancements in imaging and printing solutions. His position within this esteemed organization has provided him with the opportunity to innovate continuously and contribute to cutting-edge printing technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Fukui has collaborated closely with talented coworkers such as Shinichi Omo and Takayuki Murata. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment, allowing for the exchange of ideas and the development of pioneering inventions that push the boundaries of printing technology.

Conclusion

Hiroshi Fukui's contributions to the field of printing technology through his patents demonstrate his ongoing commitment to innovation. His inventions not only improve printer functionalities but also enhance the overall user experience, solidifying his status as a key figure in the industry.

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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