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Hamamatsu, Japan

Kazuhiko Honda

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Optical Media Technology. Top assignee: Yamaha Corporation. Active years: 1995-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuhiko Honda. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuhiko-honda

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 21

% Patents Active = 57.1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 267(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Shizuoka-ken, JP (2011)
  • Hamamatsu, JP (1995 - 2013)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal21 out of 5,501 
 
Yamaha Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 1995-2013

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Areas of Expertise:
Optical Disk
Label Printing
Tracking Servo
Vibration Signal
Constant Angular Velocity
Variable Density
Push-Pull Signal
Wobble Extraction
Laser Power Control
Recording Device
Data Editing
Sound Reproducing
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8452030 - External equipment controlling apparatus (2013-05-28),
2. 7869340 - Method of printing label on optical disk, optical disk unit, and optical disk (2011-01-11),
3. 7675535 - System and method for controlling a tracking servo during label printing (2010-03-09),
4. 7561174 - Optical media printing using a vibration signal (2009-07-14),
5. 7471305 - Constant angular velocity disk label printing (2008-12-30),
6. 7436420 - System and method for controlling a tracking servo during label printing (2008-10-14),
7. 7336293 - Scanning optical media during label printing (2008-02-26),
8. 7336292 - Optical media label printing using different power levels (2008-02-26),
9. 7268794 - Method of printing label on optical disk, optical disk unit, and optical disk (2007-09-11),
10. 7015939 - Constant angular velocity disk label printing (2006-03-21),
11. 7012864 - Optical disk recorder for writing data with variable density (2006-03-14),
12. 6963525 - Optical disc recording method, optical disc recording device, and optical disc (2005-11-08),
13. 6891782 - Optical disk recording apparatus having push-pull signal processing circuit, wobble extraction circuit and pre-pit detection circuit (2005-05-10),
14. 6418105 - Optical disk recording device (2002-07-09),
15. 6266318 - CLV-type recordable optical disk and apparatus for recording information onto the optical disk (2001-07-24),

Title: Kazuhiko Honda: Innovator and Patentee in Acoustic and Optical Technologies

Introduction

Kazuhiko Honda, located in Hamamatsu, Japan, is a prolific inventor with a notable portfolio of 21 patents. His innovations primarily focus on acoustic processing and optical disk technology, reflecting a blend of creativity and technical expertise in the field of electronics.

Latest Patents

Among his latest contributions is an 'External Equipment Controlling Apparatus.' This invention involves a robust system that allows for seamless interaction with external equipment via an interface to manage audio data and acoustic processing. The apparatus is designed to handle audio data generation, control, and output while also integrating video data for user interfaces. Additionally, he has developed a 'Method of Printing Label on Optical Disk.' This method employs a visible light characteristic changing layer that enables the printing of high-quality images directly onto optical disks using a laser beam modulated by image data.

Career Highlights

Kazuhiko Honda has established his career at Yamaha Corporation, where he has revolutionized the way audio equipment interacts with external data. His work not only enhances user experience but also pushes the boundaries of acoustic technology, reflecting Yamaha's commitment to innovation in sound.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Honda has collaborated with esteemed colleagues like Tamon Kondo and Minoru Saito. Their combined expertise and innovative spirit foster developments that contribute significantly to the acoustic and optical fields.

Conclusion

Kazuhiko Honda’s contributions through his patents exemplify his role as a key innovator within Yamaha Corporation. His dedication to enhancing audio processing and optical technologies marks him as a significant figure in the realm of modern inventions, demonstrating that creativity and technological advancement go hand in hand.

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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