Yokohama, Japan

Katsuya Watanabe

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Optical Systems. Top assignees: Nikon Corporation, Ushio Denki Kabushiki Kaisha, Hitachi Global Storage Technologies Netherlands B.v.. Active years: 1998-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Katsuya Watanabe. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/katsuya-watanabe-5a1i9xeq

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 20 

% Patents Active = 85.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 59(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kanagawa, JP (2009 - 2011)
  • Yokohama, JP (1998 - 2024)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1998-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Optical Measurement Device
Microscope Objective Lens
Ophthalmic Optical System
Zoom Optical System
Light Irradiation Device
Inkjet Printer
Immersion Microscope
Virtual Slide Forming System
Apochromatic Lens
Optical Apparatus
Manufacturing Methods
Microscopic Insemination
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Katsuya Watanabe: Innovator in Optical Systems

Introduction

Katsuya Watanabe is a prominent inventor based in Yokohama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of optical systems, holding a total of 17 patents. His work has advanced the technology used in various optical devices, showcasing his expertise and innovative spirit.

Latest Patents

Watanabe's latest patents include an optical system, an optical apparatus, and methods for manufacturing these systems. One of his notable inventions is a zoom optical system that features an aperture stop and a positive lens positioned closer to the object side than the aperture stop. This positive lens meets specific conditional expressions that enhance its performance. Additionally, he has developed another optical system that incorporates a negative lens, also designed to improve optical quality and functionality.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Watanabe has worked with renowned companies such as Nikon Corporation and Ushio Denki Kabushiki Kaisha. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in optical technology.

Collaborations

Watanabe has collaborated with talented individuals in the field, including Azuna Nonaka and Masashi Yamashita. These partnerships have fostered innovation and have led to the development of cutting-edge optical solutions.

Conclusion

Katsuya Watanabe's contributions to optical systems have established him as a key figure in the industry. His patents and collaborations reflect his dedication to advancing technology and improving optical devices.

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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