Osaka, Japan

Katsuhisa Niwa

This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: West Electric Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1985-1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Katsuhisa Niwa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/katsuhisa-niwa

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 = 1.7

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 71(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1985-1994

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4 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovations of Katsuhisa Niwa

Introduction

Katsuhisa Niwa is a notable inventor based in Osaka, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of technology, holding a total of 4 patents. His work primarily focuses on optical reading systems and film loading mechanisms.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is an "Apparatus for optically reading a bar code." This invention involves light emitted from either one or two light sources, which is converged by first and second lenses to illuminate a strip-shaped area where an object with a bar code is disposed. Alternatively, the first and second lenses may be combined to form a single, multi-functional lens. Another significant patent is the "Automatic film loading system." In this system, a film winding spool is driven at a higher speed by a motor through gears, while the film advancing sprocket is driven at a slower speed before the film is caught by a rubber member of the spool. After the catching, a clutch disconnects the driving of the sprocket from the gears.

Career Highlights

Katsuhisa Niwa is currently employed at West Electric Co., Ltd., where he continues to innovate and develop new technologies. His work has had a considerable impact on the industry, showcasing his expertise and dedication to advancing technology.

Collaborations

Some of his coworkers include Takahiro Ikeda and Yu Tsuzuki, who contribute to the collaborative environment at West Electric Co., Ltd.

Conclusion

Katsuhisa Niwa's contributions to technology through his patents demonstrate his innovative spirit and commitment to improving optical and film technologies. His work continues to influence the industry and inspire future advancements.

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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