Hachioji, Japan

Hisashi Yonekawa

This inventor holds 27 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 10 EPO patents, primarily in Radiographic Imaging. Top assignees: Konica Corporation, Konica Minolta, Inc., Konica Minolta Medical and Graphic, Inc.. Active years: 1990-2024.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 27 

% Patents Active = 66.7

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 267(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tokyo, JP (1991 - 2004)
  • Hino, JP (1998 - 2005)
  • Hachioji, JP (1990 - 2024)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1990-2024

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Areas of Expertise:
Radiation Image Capturing
Radiographic Imaging
Portable Detectors
Image Reading Apparatus
Radiation Image Generation
X-Ray Imaging
Image Data Compression
Light-Condensing Device
Radiographing System
Reading Method
Radiographic Apparatus
27 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations by Hisashi Yonekawa in Radiation Imaging Technology

Introduction

Hisashi Yonekawa is a prominent inventor based in Hachioji, Japan, with an impressive portfolio of 27 patents. His contributions primarily focus on advancements in radiation imaging technology, showcasing innovative designs that enhance the efficiency and capability of radiation image capturing systems.

Latest Patents

One of Hisashi Yonekawa's notable patents is a sophisticated radiation image capturing system. This system comprises a capturing room equipped with a bucky apparatus, a radiation irradiating apparatus, and a detecting unit. The design allows multiple portable radiation image capturing apparatuses to be loaded onto the bucky apparatus simultaneously. The radiation irradiating apparatus is engineered to simultaneously emit radiation to all connected devices, while the console monitors capturing order information. It intelligently determines whether capturing sessions are lengthy or brief, accordingly allowing one or multiple portable devices to advance to a capturing state. This innovation significantly improves operational effectiveness in healthcare settings.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hisashi Yonekawa has worked with leading companies such as Konica Corporation and Konica Minolta, Inc. His experience in these esteemed organizations has greatly influenced his inventive processes and product development in the field of imaging technology.

Collaborations

Hisashi has collaborated with talented individuals in the industry, including Tomonori Gido and Hirotaka Hara. Their joint efforts have fostered a creative environment that encourages innovation and the advancement of radiological technologies.

Conclusion

Hisashi Yonekawa has made significant strides in the domain of radiation imaging, underlined by his 27 patents. His advancements not only represent technological innovation but also contribute to improving healthcare delivery through enhanced imaging systems. His dedication to innovation continues to shape the future of medical imaging 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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