Kazuhisa Matsunaga

This inventor holds 31 USPTO granted patents and 7 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 9 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Technologies. Top assignees: Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Casio Computer., Ltd., Fukuoka University. Active years: 2003-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuhisa Matsunaga. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuhisa-matsunaga

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 31 (Patent Applications = 7)

% Patents Active = 74.2

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 9 (Patent Applications = 4)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.7

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 231(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Fukuoka, JP (2003 - 2012)
Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2016)
Fussa, JP (2006 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

28 out of 5,234

Casio Computer Co., Ltd.

patents

1 out of 122

Casio Computer., Ltd.

4. 1 out of 834,570

Other

patents

Years Active: 2003-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Image Processing

Identification Apparatus

Machine Learning

Panoramic Image Capture

Bitrate Control

Diagnosis Assistance

Feature Amount Acquisition

Image Search

Multi-Class Discrimination

Data Processing

Storage Medium

Program Development

31 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12548286 - Feature amount acquisition device, similar image search device, display device, feature amount acquisition method, similar image search method, display method, and program (2026-02-10),

2. 11769255 - Diagnosis assisting device, and image processing method in diagnosis assisting device (2023-09-26),

3. 11379958 - Diagnosis assisting device, and image processing method in diagnosis assisting device (2022-07-05),

4. 11295443 - Identification apparatus, identifier training method, identification method, and recording medium (2022-04-05),

5. 11004227 - Identification apparatus, identification method and non-transitory computer-readable recording medium (2021-05-11),

6. 10586331 - Diagnosis assisting device, image processing method in diagnosis assisting device, and non-transitory storage medium having stored therein program (2020-03-10),

7. 9875252 - Data processing apparatus using calculation of histogram intersection (2018-01-23),

8. 9659239 - Machine learning device and classification device for accurately classifying into category to which content belongs (2017-05-23),

9. 9503640 - Image capturing apparatus capable of capturing panoramic image (2016-11-22),

10. 9445004 - Image capturing apparatus capable of capturing panoramic image (2016-09-13),

11. 9106831 - Image capturing apparatus capable of capturing panoramic image (2015-08-11),

12. 9098775 - Multi-class identifier, method, and computer-readable recording medium (2015-08-04),

13. 9076081 - Multi-class discriminating device (2015-07-07),

14. 9002071 - Image search system, image search apparatus, image search method and computer-readable storage medium (2015-04-07),

15. 8958634 - Image processing device that displays retrieved image similar to target image (2015-02-17),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Kazuhisa Matsunaga

Introduction: Kazuhisa Matsunaga, based in Fussa, Japan, is a prolific inventor who has made significant contributions to the field of diagnosis technology. With an impressive portfolio of 28 patents, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation in medical imaging and diagnosis assistance.

Latest Patents: Among Matsunaga's latest notable patents is a diagnosis assisting device and an accompanying image processing method. This innovative method allows for the diagnosis of lesions from captured images through a series of systematic steps. The process begins with image correction, which includes a unique brightness correction approach. This approach sets a peripheral area that likely indicates disease as a measuring zone, creating a brightness histogram to calculate a correction gain based on peak values. The method fortifies the accuracy of diagnosing diseases by refining the image quality before the diagnostic evaluation.

Career Highlights: Kazuhisa Matsunaga's career is marked by his association with Casio Computer Co., Ltd., where he has developed cutting-edge technologies in medical imaging. His expertise has not only advanced diagnostic capabilities but has also contributed significantly to ensuring patient safety and the efficiency of healthcare providers.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Matsunaga has worked alongside esteemed colleagues such as Kouichi Nakagomi and Naotomo Miyamoto. This collaboration has fostered an environment of creativity and innovation, further enhancing the impact of their collective work in the field of diagnosis technology.

Conclusion: Kazuhisa Matsunaga's ongoing contributions through his patents underscore the critical intersections of technology and healthcare. His innovative approaches to image processing and diagnosis assistance illustrate his commitment to improving diagnostic methods. With a strong foundation of collaboration and a relentless pursuit of advancement, Matsunaga continues to pave the way for future innovations in medical technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.