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Sakurai, Japan

Katsushi Okibayashi

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation. Active years: 1987-1996.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Katsushi Okibayashi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/katsushi-okibayashi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.7

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 98(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Ikoma, JP (1987)
  • Sakurai, JP (1988 - 1996)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 25,954 
 
Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1987-1996

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 5589732 - Color thin film electroluminescence panel (1996-12-31),
2. 5504599 - Liquid crystal display device having an EL light source in a non-display (1996-04-02),
3. 5334250 - Vapor deposition apparatus for using solid starting materials (1994-08-02),
4. 5223305 - Apparatus for vapor deposition (1993-06-29),
5. 5185181 - Process for preparing an electroluminescent thin film (1993-02-09),
6. 5147683 - Process for preparing a thin film electroluminescent device (1992-09-15),
7. 5116640 - Process for preparing an electroluminescent device (1992-05-26),
8. 5096735 - Process for producing a thin film electroluminescent device (1992-03-17),
9. 4759951 - Heat-treating Cd-containing photoelectric conversion film in the (1988-07-26),
10. 4650985 - Image readout element (1987-03-17),
11. 4641359 - Two-dimensional image read-out device (1987-02-03),

Title: Spotlight on Inventor Katsushi Okibayashi: Innovations in Display Technology

Introduction: Katsushi Okibayashi is a prominent inventor based in Sakurai, Japan, known for his innovative contributions to display technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 11 patents, his work focuses on enhancing the performance and efficiency of electroluminescence devices and liquid crystal displays.

Latest Patents: Among Okibayashi's latest patents is a groundbreaking color thin film electroluminescence panel. This innovation involves laminating a color filter via a resin layer on an electroluminescence device, utilizing a silicone resin as the main ingredient. By controlling the thickness of the resin layer between 2 to 100 micrometers, this invention effectively prevents color dislocation and reduces visibility angles caused by gaps between the electroluminescence device and the color filter. Moreover, it addresses issues related to contact damage, dielectric breakdown, pixel dropout, and line defects, enhancing overall reliability. Another significant patent is the liquid crystal display device featuring an electroluminescence light source. This design aims to reduce the thickness of the liquid crystal display and improve its performance by integrating the liquid crystal element with the light source, ultimately leading to a sleeker and more efficient display technology.

Career Highlights: Katsushi Okibayashi is currently associated with Sharp Corporation, a leading entity in electronics and display innovations. His contributions have positioned him as a key player in advancing electroluminescence technologies and liquid crystal displays, making a significant impact in the industry.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Okibayashi has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Akiyoshi Mikami and Kousuke Terada. Their combined expertise and innovative spirit have driven forward the development of cutting-edge display technologies.

Conclusion: Katsushi Okibayashi's innovative journey continues to shape the landscape of display technology. With his extensive patent portfolio and a commitment to excellence, he exemplifies the spirit of inventiveness that propels the industry forward. His contributions not only highlight his technical prowess but also inspire future advancements in the field.

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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