Tokyo, Japan

Hiroshi Hatanaka

This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents and 7 EPO patents. Top assignees: Azbil Corporation, Sumitomo Metal Mining Company, Ltd., Yamatake Corporation. Active years: 2006-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroshi Hatanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroshi-hatanaka-wefp2i6g

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


% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (2006 - 2016)
  • Chiyoda-ku, JP (2018)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2006-2018

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5 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Hiroshi Hatanaka: Innovator in Photoelectric Sensor Technology

Introduction

Hiroshi Hatanaka is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of photoelectric sensors, holding a total of 5 patents. His innovative designs have advanced the capabilities of sensor technology, making them more efficient and reliable.

Latest Patents

Hatanaka's latest patents include a photoelectric sensor with disturbance detection. This sensor features a disturbance detection unit that compares light reception results with two thresholds to identify disturbances. It also includes a waiting unit that monitors light reception results and a disturbance type determination unit that re-evaluates disturbances after a waiting period. Another notable patent is a photoelectric sensor that incorporates a current division control circuit. This circuit sets reference voltages for current divider circuits, ensuring optimal performance across all components.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hatanaka has worked with esteemed companies such as Sumitomo Metal Mining Company, Ltd. and Azbil Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to groundbreaking innovations in sensor technology.

Collaborations

Hatanaka has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Shuuji Oosumi and Yasutaka Nomi. Their combined expertise has fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of advanced sensor technologies.

Conclusion

Hiroshi Hatanaka's contributions to photoelectric sensor technology have established him as a key figure in the field. His innovative patents and collaborations continue to influence advancements in sensor applications.

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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