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Tokyo, Japan

Kazuya Hoshino

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Top assignees: Yokogawa Medical Systems, Limited, Ge Medical Systems Global Technology Company, LLC, Yokogawa Hokushin Electric Corp.. Active years: 1987-2005.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kazuya Hoshino. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kazuya-hoshino

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Patents Active = 76.5

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 152(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Sagamihara, JP (2000)
  • Tokyo, JP (1987 - 2005)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 75 
 
Yokogawa Medical Systems, Limited
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 1,293 
 
Ge Medical Systems Global Technology Company, LLC
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 54 
 
Yokogawa Hokushin Electric Corp.
 patents
4. 2 out of 99 
 
Ge Yokogawa Medical Systems, Limited
 patents
5. 1 out of 52,404 
 
General Electric Company
 patents
6. 1 out of 1,415 
 
Yokogawa Electric Corporation
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1987-2005

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Areas of Expertise:
Magnetic Resonance
RF Coil
NMR Imaging
Image Correction
Pulse Width Tuning
Field Control
Diagnostic Apparatus
Signal Acquisition
Phase Correction
Magnetic Field Generation
Interventional Imaging
Data Processing
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6927576 - Magnetic resonance signal acquiring apparatus and magnetic resonance imaging apparatus (2005-08-09),
2. 6891375 - Static field controlling method and MRI apparatus (2005-05-10),
3. 6812699 - Systems and methods for tuning an RF pulse by changing a pulse width of the RF pulse (2004-11-02),
4. 6650117 - RF coil and magnetic resonance imaging system (2003-11-18),
5. 6297636 - RF coil, RF magnetic field generating apparatus and magnetic resonance imaging method and apparatus (2001-10-02),
6. 6011396 - Adjustable interventional magnetic resonance imaging magnet (2000-01-04),
7. 5424646 - RF drive circuit of MR apparatus (1995-06-13),
8. 4982159 - Image distortion correcting method applied to an NMR imaging apparatus (1991-01-01),
9. 4916396 - Magnetic resonance imaging method (1990-04-10),
10. 4894616 - Selective excitation method for nmr imaging (1990-01-16),
11. 4786872 - NMR imaging method and apparatus (1988-11-22),
12. 4786871 - NMR imaging method and apparatus (1988-11-22),
13. 4713614 - Method of correcting the phase and shading in a nuclear magnetic (1987-12-15),
14. 4694251 - Method and apparatus for nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (1987-09-15),
15. 4684889 - NMR apparatus compensated for primary field changes (1987-08-04),

Title: Kazuya Hoshino: Innovator in Magnetic Resonance Technology

Introduction

Kazuya Hoshino is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of magnetic resonance technology, holding a total of 17 patents. His work focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems.

Latest Patents

Hoshino's latest patents include a magnetic resonance signal acquiring apparatus and a magnetic resonance imaging apparatus. The first patent aims to acquire magnetic resonance signals that are unaffected by high magnetic field disturbances. This is achieved by sequentially acquiring magnetic resonance signals for multiple views while monitoring magnetic field disturbances. The acquisition process is repeated for views where disturbances occur, allowing for the production of images based on the refined magnetic resonance signals. His second patent involves a static field controlling method and MRI apparatus, which enhances static field uniformity by adjusting the temperature of permanent magnet blocks embedded in various positions within the magnets and base yokes using a heater.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hoshino has worked with notable companies such as Yokogawa Medical Systems and GE Medical Systems Global Technology Company. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative technologies in the medical imaging sector.

Collaborations

Hoshino has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Hiroyuki Matsuura and Eiji Yoshitome. These partnerships have contributed to the advancement of his research and the successful development of his patented technologies.

Conclusion

Kazuya Hoshino's contributions to magnetic resonance technology have significantly impacted the field of medical imaging. His innovative patents and collaborations with industry professionals highlight his dedication to advancing healthcare technology.

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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