Hisashi Shima

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Portable Computing Devices. Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.. Active years: 1994-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hisashi Shima. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hisashi-shima

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22

% Patents Active = 86.4

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 10

Forward Citations = 301(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Fujisa, JP (1994)
Kanagawa, JP (1995 - 1996)
Fujisawa, JP (1995 - 1997)
Yamato, JP (1998 - 2010)
Kanagawa-Ken, JP (2006 - 2015)
Yokohama, JP (2015 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

16 out of 166,351

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

6 out of 4,442

Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

patents

Years Active: 1994-2022

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Areas of Expertise:

Computing Device

Notebook Computer

Portable Tablet Folio Stand

Docking Station

Personal Computer

Portable Hard Disk Drive

Keyboard

Port Replicator

Multi-Media Computer

Force-Controlled Pointing Stick

Computer Housing

22 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11457303 - Computing device (2022-09-27),

2. D738379 - Set of keys for electronic device (2015-09-08),

3. 9025327 - Portable tablet folio stand (2015-05-05),

4. D617790 - Portable computer (2010-06-15),

5. 7057603 - Notebook computer force-controlled pointing stick device (2006-06-06),

6. 7038908 - Docking-type function-providing apparatus and portable device (2006-05-02),

7. 6504707 - Portable computer (2003-01-07),

8. 6398437 - Keyboard and computer (2002-06-04),

9. D400515 - Port replicator for a notebook computer (1998-11-03),

10. D396701 - Notebook computer (1998-08-04),

11. D396454 - Docking unit for a portable computer (1998-07-28),

12. D379804 - Personal computer (1997-06-10),

13. D374433 - Personal computer (1996-10-08),

14. D373578 - Portable personal computer (1996-09-10),

15. D371769 - Personal computer docking station (1996-07-16),

Title: Hisashi Shima: Innovator in Computing Technology

Introduction: Hisashi Shima, based in Yokohama, Japan, is a noted inventor with an impressive portfolio of 22 patents. His work focuses primarily on advancements in computing devices and has significantly contributed to the technology sector.

Latest Patents: Among Hisashi Shima's latest innovations is a computing device that integrates a processor, memory, a housing assembly featuring a display and a tray recess, along with an earbud tray positioned within the tray recess. Additionally, he has developed a set of keys for electronic devices, further showcasing his commitment to enhancing user experience in technology.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Hisashi Shima has been associated with renowned companies like IBM and Lenovo (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. His achievements during his tenure at these firms underscore his expertise and innovation in the realm of computing technologies.

Collaborations: In his journey, Hisashi has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Kazuhiko Yamazaki and Richard F. Sapper. Their combined efforts in innovation have propelled advancements in technology and enriched the projects they have worked on together.

Conclusion: Hisashi Shima's contributions to the technology field through his 22 patents are a testament to his innovative spirit and dedication. As computing technology continues to evolve, his impact on the industry will likely be felt for years to come.

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]