Kentaro Ito

This inventor holds 27 USPTO granted patents and 13 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 11 EPO patents, primarily in Organic Light Emitting Devices. Top assignees: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha, Pola Chemical Industries, Inc.. Active years: 1982-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kentaro Ito. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kentaro-ito

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 27 (Patent Applications = 13)

% Patents Active = 92.6

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 15)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 133(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Asaka, JP (1982)
Saitama, JP (1988 - 1989)
Bunkyo-ku, JP (2022)
Tokyo, JP (1986 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

13 out of 92,901

Canon Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

6 out of 10,092

Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

3 out of 94

Pola Chemical Industries, Inc.

patents

4. 2 out of 461

Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited

Kobe Gakuin Educational Foundation

patents

7. 1 out of 193

Tokyo Gas Company Limited

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1982-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Organic Light Emitting Apparatus

Display Apparatus

Photoelectric Conversion

Imaging Device

Electronic Equipment

Iridium Complex

Electrochromic Device

Solid Oxide Fuel Cell

Growth Analysis

Therapeutic Agent

Motorcycle Design

Packaging Solutions

27 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12713762 - ORGANIC LIGHT-EMITTING APPARATUS HAVING LIGHT-EMITTING LAYERS INCLUDING DIFFERENT MATERIAL RESPECTIVELY, AND DISPLAY APPARATUS, LIGHTING APPARATUS, ELECTRONIC APPARATUS, MOVING OBJECT, AND IMAGE-FORMING APPARATUS INCLUDING ORGANIC LIGHT-EMITTING APPARATUS (2026-08-18),

2. 12495668 - Organic light-emitting element, light-emitting device, display apparatus, image pickup apparatus, electronic apparatus, illumination apparatus, moving object, and image-forming apparatus (2025-12-09),

3. 12457873 - Organic light-emitting device, display apparatus, photoelectric conversion apparatus, and electronic apparatus (2025-10-28),

4. 12336311 - Photoelectric conversion element, image pickup element, and image pickup apparatus (2025-06-17),

5. 12312367 - Iridium complex-containing composition, organic light emitting device having the same, display apparatus, imaging apparatus, electronic equipment, lighting apparatus, and moving body (2025-05-27),

6. 12300175 - Light emitting apparatus, and display apparatus and electronic device including same (2025-05-13),

7. 12172942 - Composition, organic light-emitting device, display device, photoelectric conversion apparatus, electronic apparatus, and moving object including the composition (2024-12-24),

8. 12075692 - Iridium complex-containing composition, organic light emitting device having the same, display apparatus, imaging apparatus, electronic equipment, lighting apparatus, and moving body (2024-08-27),

9. 11958878 - Therapeutic agent for glycogen storage disease type IA (2024-04-16),

10. 11591279 - Composition, organic light-emitting device, display device, photoelectric conversion apparatus, electronic apparatus, and moving object including the composition (2023-02-28),

11. 11526730 - Growth analysis system, growth analysis method, and growth analysis program (2022-12-13),

12. 11274100 - EP300/CREBBP inhibitor (2022-03-15),

13. 11047171 - Electrochromic device, and lens unit, imaging apparatus and window including the electrochromic device (2021-06-29),

14. 10541260 - Organic photoelectric conversion element, optical area sensor, imaging device, and imaging apparatus (2020-01-21),

15. 10444588 - Electrochromic element, optical filter, lens unit, imaging apparatus, and window member (2019-10-15),

Title: Innovator Profile: Kentaro Ito

Introduction: Kentaro Ito, a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, has made significant contributions to the fields of organic light emitting devices and advanced electronic equipment. With a remarkable portfolio of 23 patents, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation in technology.

Latest Patents: Kentaro's latest patents encompass groundbreaking inventions, including an iridium complex-containing composition designed for use in organic light emitting devices. This composition features a unique formulation where the isomer of the iridium complex is minimized to enhance performance. His work on light emitting apparatuses includes an innovative design that accommodates multiple light emitting regions, enabling different emission modes to optimize light output. These advancements have significant implications for display apparatus and imaging devices, further establishing Kentaro as a leader in his field.

Career Highlights: Kentaro has had a distinguished career, having worked with notable companies such as Canon (Canon Kabushiki Kaisha) and Honda (Honda Giken Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha). His experience in these leading organizations has fostered his expertise in developing cutting-edge technologies that blend efficiency with functionality.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Kentaro has collaborated with talented individuals, including Takeshi Usui and Takashi Matsui. These partnerships have allowed for a vibrant exchange of ideas and innovations, contributing to the successful development of numerous patented technologies.

Conclusion: Kentaro Ito exemplifies the spirit of innovation with his impressive array of patents and collaborations in high-tech fields. His contributions to organic light emitting devices and related technologies mark him as a key player in shaping the future of electronic equipment. As he continues to advance his research and development, the impact of his work will undoubtedly resonate across various industries.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.