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Shizuoka, Japan

Kazumi Yamauchi

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Image Forming Technology. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1998-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazumi Yamauchi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazumi-yamauchi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 88.9


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 175(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Fujimi, JP (1998)
  • Numazu, JP (1998 - 2002)
  • Shizuoka, JP (2003 - 2006)
  • Shizuoka-ken, JP (2005 - 2009)
  • Suntou-gun, JP (2018 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal18 out of 93,085 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1998-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Forming Apparatus
Electrophotographic
Developer Container
Process Cartridge
Storage Medium
Agitating Member
Charging Device
Memory Medium
Sensing Method
Amount Control Feature
18 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10520859 - Image forming apparatus controlling surface potential of image bearing member (2019-12-31),
2. 10228635 - Developer container, developing apparatus, process cartridge, apparatus main body, and image forming apparatus (2019-03-12),
3. 9857730 - Developer container, developing apparatus, process cartridge, apparatus main body, and image forming apparatus (2018-01-02),
4. 9857724 - Image forming apparatus (2018-01-02),
5. 7639956 - Image forming apparatus, cartridge, and storing device mounted to the cartridge (2009-12-29),
6. 7274884 - Image forming apparatus to which a cartridge having a memory medium configured to store information-forming-condition information is attachable, such a cartridge, such a memory medium, and an image forming system comprising such a memory medium (2007-09-25),
7. 7003249 - Developing apparatus including agitating member (2006-02-21),
8. 6963714 - Developing blade and device and process cartridge (2005-11-08),
9. 6944410 - Image forming apparatus and method of sensing amount of remaining developer in image forming apparatus (2005-09-13),
10. 6850714 - Image forming apparatus, cartridge, image forming system and storage medium (2005-02-01),
11. 6674975 - Electrophotographic image forming apparatus and process cartridge (2004-01-06),
12. 6549223 - Electrophotographic apparatus, process cartridge, and electrophotographic photosensitive member (2003-04-15),
13. 6529221 - Electrophotographic apparatus (2003-03-04),
14. 6459861 - Image forming apparatus, and a cartridge having a developer container detachably mountable on such apparatus (2002-10-01),
15. 6229970 - Image forming apparatus with an amount of use control feature and cartridge removably mounted on the apparatus (2001-05-08),

Title: Kazumi Yamauchi: Innovator in Image Forming Technology

Introduction

Kazumi Yamauchi is a prominent inventor based in Shizuoka, Japan, known for his significant contributions to image forming technology. With a total of 18 patents to his name, he has made remarkable advancements in the field, particularly while working at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha.

Latest Patents

Yamauchi's latest patents include an innovative image forming apparatus that controls the surface potential of an image bearing member. This technology involves a control portion that calculates the surface potential of the image bearing member charged by a charging member. It executes a series of steps to ensure that the surface potential reaches a predetermined target value. Another notable patent involves a developer container that houses developer and includes a stirring member designed to enhance the efficiency of the development process.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kazumi Yamauchi has been instrumental in developing technologies that improve the quality and efficiency of image forming devices. His work at Canon has positioned him as a key figure in the advancement of imaging technology.

Collaborations

Yamauchi has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Kazushige Sakurai and Norihito Naito, contributing to various projects that have furthered the capabilities of Canon's imaging solutions.

Conclusion

Kazumi Yamauchi's innovative spirit and dedication to advancing image forming technology have made him a significant figure in the industry. His contributions continue to influence the development of imaging solutions at Canon and beyond.

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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