Kazuhito Shimomura

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Magnetic Recording Technology. Top assignees: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, Nippon Thermostat Co., Ltd., Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation. Active years: 1999-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuhito Shimomura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuhito-shimomura

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 (Patent Applications = 8)

% Patents Active = 46.7

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 6)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 181(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Akishima, JP (2005 - 2006)
Fussa, JP (2006 - 2014)
Tokyo, JP (1999 - 2019)
Yokohama Kanagawa, JP (2020 - 2022)

Company Filing History:

13 out of 53,286

Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba

patents

2 out of 81

Nippon Thermostat Co., Ltd.

patents

2 out of 1,715

Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1999-2022

Loading Chart...

Areas of Expertise:

Magnetic Disk Device

Control Method

Heater Device

Thermostat Valve

Information Recording Apparatus

Magnetic Storage Medium

Spin-Torque Oscillator

Disk Drive

Servo Data

Head Positioning Control

Sector Servo System

15 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11393500 - Magnetic disk device and track setting method (2022-07-19),

2. 10777227 - Magnetic disk device and control method (2020-09-15),

3. 10520185 - Heater device for heating liquefied gas (2019-12-31),

4. 10443482 - Thermostat valve with temperature responsive thermo-element (2019-10-15),

5. 8760983 - Information recording apparatus, information playback apparatus, and formatting method (2014-06-24),

6. 8300341 - Magnetic recording device, magnetic recording method, and magnetic storage medium (2012-10-30),

7. 8233230 - Method and apparatus for controlling head with spin-torque oscillator in a disk drive (2012-07-31),

8. 7274533 - Disk device (2007-09-25),

9. 7203015 - Method and apparatus for decoding sync marks in a disk (2007-04-10),

10. 7158331 - Disk drive having control circuit board mounted outside casing and head actuator coupled capacitor mounted inside casing on printed circuit board (2007-01-02),

11. 7035036 - Method and apparatus for writing servo data with perpendicular magnetic recording in a disk drive (2006-04-25),

12. 7019936 - Method and apparatus for head positioning control in perpendicular magnetic recording of disk drive (2006-03-28),

13. 6924957 - Method and apparatus for servo track write in disk drive for perpendicular magnetic recording (2005-08-02),

14. 6198583 - Magnetic recording control system for disk storage drive (2001-03-06),

15. 5867337 - Disk drive of a sector servo system for positioning and controlling a (1999-02-02),

Title: **Kazuhito Shimomura: Innovator in Magnetic Disk Technology**

Introduction

Kazuhito Shimomura, a notable inventor based in Fussa, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of magnetic disk technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 15 patents, he has continuously driven innovation in data storage solutions. His work is characterized by advanced methods and devices that enhance the performance and reliability of magnetic disks.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, Shimomura has developed a magnetic disk device and a track setting method. This invention includes a disk, a head, and a controller that sets first and second target positions to be matched, enabling effective writing on distinct tracks under different recording modes. Another innovative patent involves a magnetic disk device featuring a disk medium with a control circuit. This technology focuses on controlling write operations and implementing error correction coding, ensuring that the written data is reliably protected.

Career Highlights

Kazuhito Shimomura has a distinguished career, having worked for prestigious companies such as Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba and Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation. His employment at these innovative companies provided him with valuable experience and insights, which he has applied in his patented technologies.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Shimomura has collaborated with talented professionals such as Akihiro Kimura and Koji Yano. These partnerships have allowed him to further refine his inventive processes and expand the horizons of magnetic disk technology.

Conclusion

Kazuhito Shimomura stands out as a pioneering inventor, continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible in magnetic disk devices. His innovative spirit and numerous patents reflect his commitment to enhancing data storage technology, making him a valuable contributor to the field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.