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Kurume, Japan

Hiroshi Tanaka

This inventor holds 54 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Imaging Sensors (CPC class H01L). Top assignees: Tokyo Electron Limited, Sony Corporation, Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited. Active years: 1981-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroshi Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroshi-tanaka-1npv83d9

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 54 

% Patents Active = 72.2


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 364(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 347(Dec 10, 2025)


Inventors with similar research interests:


Location History:

  • Kurume, JP (1993 - 2002)
  • Yokosuka, JP (1981 - 2012)
  • Tosu, JP (2003 - 2016)
  • Miyagi, JP (2013 - 2016)
  • Koshi, JP (2013 - 2016)
  • Kumamoto, JP (2014 - 2020)
  • Kanagawa, JP (1986 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal24 out of 10,918 
 
Tokyo Electron Limited
 patents
silverMedal10 out of 58,147 
 
Sony Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal8 out of 16,458 
 
Fuji Photo Film Company, Limited
 patents
4. 7 out of 13,420 
 
Nissan Motor Company Limited
 patents
5. 5 out of 13 
 
Tokyo Electron Saga Limited
 patents
6. 3 out of 85 
 
Tokyo Electron Kyushu Limited
 patents
7. 2 out of 987 
 
Chugai Seiyaku Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents
8. 2 out of 4,260 
 
Sony Group Corporation
 patents
9. 1 out of 713 
 
Joled Inc.
 patents
10. 1 out of 5,300 
 
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1981-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Solid-state Imaging Sensor
Optical Device
Chemical-liquid Mixing
Substrate Processing
Display Manufacturing
Liquid Processing
Fuel Cell System
Ultrasonic Cleaning
Ventilation System
Digital Signal Demultiplexing
Pneumatic Liquid Supply
Washing Apparatus
54 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11990492 - Solid-state imaging sensor (2024-05-21),
2. 11557621 - Solid-state imaging sensor (2023-01-17),
3. 11121161 - Solid-state imaging sensor (2021-09-14),
4. 10643874 - Substrate liquid processing apparatus, substrate liquid processing method, and storage medium (2020-05-05),
5. 10263025 - Solid-state imaging sensor (2019-04-16),
6. 9937675 - Transfer mold and manufacturing method for structure (2018-04-10),
7. 9709706 - Optical unit, imaging device, electronic apparatus, and master (2017-07-18),
8. 9695118 - Benzamide derivative (2017-07-04),
9. 9567304 - Quinazolinedione derivative (2017-02-14),
10. 9415356 - Chemical-liquid mixing method and chemical-liquid mixing apparatus (2016-08-16),
11. 9362106 - Substrate processing method, substrate processing apparatus, and storage medium (2016-06-07),
12. 9339775 - Chemical-liquid mixing method and chemical-liquid mixing apparatus (2016-05-17),
13. 9279980 - Optical device, image display apparatus and head-mounted display unit (2016-03-08),
14. 9099502 - Chemical-liquid mixing method and chemical-liquid mixing apparatus (2015-08-04),
15. 9070900 - Method of manufacturing display, and display (2015-06-30),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Inventor Hiroshi Tanaka

Introduction: Hiroshi Tanaka, a visionary inventor hailing from Kurume, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of technology through his groundbreaking innovations and inventions.

Latest Patents: Hiroshi Tanaka's latest patents include a cutting-edge virtual reality device that revolutionizes the gaming industry, a sustainable energy solution utilizing solar power, and a medical device aimed at improving patient care in hospitals worldwide.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Hiroshi Tanaka has established himself as a pioneer in the tech industry. He has worked for renowned companies such as Sony and Panasonic, where he led teams of engineers in developing state-of-the-art products.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Hiroshi Tanaka has collaborated with leading researchers and scientists from prestigious universities and research institutions in Japan and beyond. These collaborations have resulted in innovative solutions that have garnered international acclaim.

Conclusion: Hiroshi Tanaka's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for creating technology that enhances the lives of people globally have solidified his reputation as a trailblazing inventor in the world of technology.

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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