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Hachioji, Japan

Katsunori Sakiyama

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Endoscope Technology. Top assignees: Olympus Optical Company, Ltd., Olympus Corporation. Active years: 1991-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Katsunori Sakiyama. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/katsunori-sakiyama

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 94.4


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 4,162(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Hachioji, JP (1991 - 1994)
  • Akigawa, JP (1993 - 1994)
  • Akikawa, JP (1993 - 1995)
  • Tokyo, JP (1994 - 1997)
  • Itsukaichi-machi, JP (1997)
  • Akiruno, JP (1999 - 2006)
  • Hokuto, JP (2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 5,729 
 
Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 8,307 
 
Olympus Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1991-2015

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Areas of Expertise:
Endoscope System
Measuring Endoscope
Electronic Endoscope
Multi-Degree Of Freedom Manipulator
Measurement Apparatus
Laser Radiation Source
Treatment Adapter
Insertion Condition Detection
Eddy Current Flaw Detection
Intra-Tube Traveling Apparatus
Winding Type Endoscope
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 9164271 - Endoscope system (2015-10-20),
2. 7048685 - Measuring endoscope system (2006-05-23),
3. 6796939 - Electronic endoscope (2004-09-28),
4. 6063023 - Measuring endoscope system (2000-05-16),
5. 6006002 - Rigid sleeve device fitted over a flexible insertion section of an (1999-12-21),
6. 5679216 - Method of manufacturing a multi-degree-of-freedom manipulator (1997-10-21),
7. 5669871 - Endoscope measurement apparatus for calculating approximate expression (1997-09-23),
8. 5624380 - Multi-degree of freedom manipulator (1997-04-29),
9. 5434669 - Measuring interferometric endoscope having a laser radiation source (1995-07-18),
10. 5372124 - Treating instrument (1994-12-13),
11. 5349940 - Endoscope system with a rotating treatment adapter at the end (1994-09-27),
12. 5301061 - Endoscope system (1994-04-05),
13. 5273025 - Apparatus for detecting insertion condition of endoscope (1993-12-28),
14. 5253647 - Insertion position and orientation state pickup for endoscope (1993-10-19),
15. 5144848 - Intra-tube traveling apparatus (1992-09-08),

Title: Innovations of Katsunori Sakiyama: A Pioneer in Endoscopic Technologies

Introduction

Katsunori Sakiyama, an esteemed inventor based in Hachioji, Japan, holds a remarkable portfolio of 18 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in endoscopic systems, which are crucial for medical diagnostics and treatment.

Latest Patents

One of Sakiyama's latest inventions is an endoscope system that features a display device with a first connector and multiple apparatuses with various functions. This innovative design allows the display device to be easily attached to these apparatuses from a common direction, enhancing usability. Another significant patent is for a measuring endoscope system that employs a menu display module. This system selectively presents a menu based on pre-associated display data with various optical adaptors. When a user selects an optical adaptor from the display, the corresponding measuring technique is automatically activated, streamlining the measurement process and improving operational efficiency.

Career Highlights

Sakiyama has made significant contributions during his career at notable companies, including Olympus Optical Company, Ltd. and Olympus Corporation. His work has been integral in developing cutting-edge technology that enhances the capabilities of endoscopy.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Sakiyama has collaborated with esteemed professionals such as Akio Nakada and Takeaki Nakamura. These collaborations have fostered an environment of innovation and excellence, contributing to the advancement of medical technologies.

Conclusion

Katsunori Sakiyama stands out as a leading inventor in the field of endoscopic technologies. His latest patents demonstrate a commitment to improving efficiency and maneuverability in medical measurements, ultimately benefiting both healthcare professionals and patients worldwide.

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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