Kenichi Kanai

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 6 EPO patents. Top assignees: Sony Corporation, Subaru Corporation. Active years: 2016-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenichi Kanai. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenichi-kanai-y75b6fsq

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 84.6

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.3

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 30(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

Years Active: 2016-2023

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13 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11826848 - Resistance welding control system, control device for resistance welding control system, and method of controlling resistance welding control system (2023-11-28),

2. 11272224 - Information processing device and method (2022-03-08),

3. 10798398 - Decoding device and decoding method, encoding device, and encoding method (2020-10-06),

4. 10728567 - Decoding device and decoding method, encoding device, and encoding method (2020-07-28),

5. 10638023 - Image processing apparatus and image processing method (2020-04-28),

6. 10595034 - Decoding device and decoding method, and coding device and coding method (2020-03-17),

7. 10565695 - Apparatus and method for transmitting and receiving high dynamic range images (2020-02-18),

8. 10192294 - Image processing apparatus and image processing method for display mapping (2019-01-29),

9. 10187651 - Decoding device and decoding method, and coding device and coding method (2019-01-22),

10. 10015505 - Decoding device and decoding method, encoding device, and encoding method (2018-07-03),

11. 9826248 - Decoding device and decoding method, and coding device and coding method (2017-11-21),

12. 9264683 - Decoding device and decoding method, encoding device, and encoding method (2016-02-16),

13. 9253497 - Decoding device and decoding method, and coding device and coding method (2016-02-02),

Title: Kenichi Kanai: Innovator in Resistance Welding Technology

Introduction

Kenichi Kanai is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of resistance welding technology, holding a total of 13 patents. His innovative work has advanced the efficiency and effectiveness of welding processes.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents are several groundbreaking inventions. One of these is a resistance welding control system, which includes a pair of electrodes, a driving mechanism, and a control device. The control device features a detector that identifies the position of the first electrode and the distance to the second electrode while electricity is being passed between them. Additionally, the system includes a determining unit that assesses whether predetermined variations in position or distance indicate that the temperature of the member to be welded has reached a critical point. The stop controller then halts the electricity based on this determination. Another notable patent is an information processing device and method designed to correct the positions of audio objects during viewpoint switching, enhancing the user experience in multimedia applications.

Career Highlights

Kenichi Kanai has worked with renowned companies such as Sony Corporation and Subaru Corporation. His experience in these leading organizations has allowed him to refine his skills and contribute to various innovative projects.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kanai has collaborated with talented individuals, including Toshiya Hamada and Takumi Tsuru. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment that has led to the development of advanced technologies.

Conclusion

Kenichi Kanai's contributions to resistance welding technology and information processing have established him as a key figure in his field. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing technology and improving industrial processes.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.