Tokyo, Japan

Kenji Kawasaki

This inventor holds 68 USPTO granted patents and 12 published patent applications and 11 EPO patents, primarily in Microscope Technology (CPC class G02B). Top assignees: Olympus Corporation, Hitachi, Ltd., Olympus Optical Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1989-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kenji Kawasaki. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kenji-kawasaki

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 68 

% Patents Active = 70.6

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 12

Forward Citations = 576(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 551(Dec 10, 2025)


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Location History:

  • Yokohama, JP (1997 - 2004)
  • Kanagawa-ken, JP (2006)
  • Musashimurayama, JP (1997 - 2010)
  • Hitachi, JP (2007 - 2011)
  • Hyogo, JP (2013 - 2015)
  • Hachioji, JP (2002 - 2016)
  • Tokyo, JP (1989 - 2022)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1989-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Microscope
Data Processing
Imaging System
Observation Apparatus
Fluorescent Illumination
Diffraction Grating
Turbine Rotor
Welding Method
Optical System
NMR Probe
Automobile Bumper
Container
68 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kenji Kawasaki: A Pioneer in Observation and Data Processing Technologies

Introduction

Kenji Kawasaki, based in Tokyo, Japan, is a prominent inventor recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of observation apparatus and data processing systems. With an impressive total of 66 patents to his name, Kawasaki has contributed significantly to technological advancements, making him a key figure in innovation.

Latest Patents

One of Kawasaki's latest inventions, the Observation Apparatus, is designed to enhance the way users observe images from a sample alongside a display pattern. This apparatus incorporates a display apparatus that projects a light beam through a display projection optical system. It uniquely positions the numerical aperture (NA) of the light beam from the display to efficiently combine light from a sample with the display beam, thus enabling observers to view both simultaneously.

Another recent patent, the Data Processing Device and Data Processing Method, introduces a sophisticated framework for identifying relationships between data. This device includes a past relation identification unit that correlates historical sensor data with job data, a real-time relation identification unit for current sensor data, and a similarity calculation unit that measures the relationships' correlations based on defined thresholds. This innovation optimizes data analysis and real-time response systems, which are essential in many industries.

Career Highlights

Kawasaki's professional journey includes significant roles at respected companies such as Olympus Corporation and Hitachi, Ltd. His expertise in optical systems and data processing methods has propelled his career, leading to numerous patented inventions that have advanced these fields.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kenji Kawasaki has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Shin Nishimoto and Tetsuo Tanaka. Their collective expertise has fostered innovation and pushed the boundaries of what is achievable in technology.

Conclusion

Kenji Kawasaki's contributions to the fields of observation and data processing technologies are nothing short of remarkable. With 66 patents to his name and a career marked by collaborations with top professionals in the industry, Kawasaki continues to inspire the next generation of inventors and researchers. His innovative spirit remains a guiding force in the pursuit of technological advancement.

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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