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Kodaira, Japan

Keihiro Kurakata

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2000-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Keihiro Kurakata. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/keihiro-kurakata

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 8

% Patents Active = 75.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.0

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 121(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kiyose, JP (2000)
  • Tokyo, JP (2009)
  • Kodaira, JP (2005 - 2013)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 92,994 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2000-2013

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. RE44278 - Imaging system where a quick return mirror is returned to a down state and a stop is returned to a fully open state before the accumulation period ends (2013-06-10),
2. 7697059 - Imaging system where a quick return mirror is returned to a down state and a stop is returned to a fully open state before the accumulation period ends (2010-04-13),
3. 7499084 - Image pickup apparatus, image data display method for the same, program for implementing the method, and storage medium storing the program (2009-03-03),
4. 7339620 - Image sensing apparatus having a signal processing device that uses a signal imaged in a non-exposure state to process a signal in an exposure state (2008-03-04),
5. 7129984 - Electronic device using operating system for overall apparatus control including mechanical operation (2006-10-31),
6. 7016091 - Image pickup apparatus, storing method of image data and storage medium thereof (2006-03-21),
7. 6839835 - Method of loading initial program in processor system (2005-01-04),
8. 6151652 - I/O card, electronic equipment using I/O card, and procedure of starting (2000-11-21),

Title: Keihiro Kurakata: Innovator in Imaging Technology

Introduction

Keihiro Kurakata is a prominent inventor based in Kodaira, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of imaging technology, holding a total of 8 patents. His work focuses on enhancing image sensing operations, which has implications for various imaging systems.

Latest Patents

One of Kurakata's latest patents involves an imaging system where a quick return mirror is returned to a down state, and a stop is returned to a fully open state before the accumulation period ends. This apparatus includes an image sensing device and a signal processing device that performs two image sensing operations. The first operation occurs in an exposure state to obtain a sensed image signal, while the second operation takes place in a non-exposure state. The signal processing device processes the sensed image signals from both operations and determines whether the second operation should be performed based on the image sensing time of the first operation.

Career Highlights

Kurakata has dedicated his career to advancing imaging technology, particularly through his work at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. His innovative approaches have led to the development of systems that improve the efficiency and quality of image sensing.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kurakata has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Yoichi Yamagishi and Makoto Hiramatsu. These collaborations have contributed to the success of various projects and innovations in imaging technology.

Conclusion

Keihiro Kurakata's contributions to imaging technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a key innovator in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in image sensing systems.

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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