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Nagoya, Japan

Kentarou Shiota

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Denso Corporation. Active years: 2015-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kentarou Shiota. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kentarou-shiota

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 10 

% Patents Active = 90.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.8

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 50(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kariya, JP (2015)
  • Nagoya, JP (2016 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 20,407 
 
Denso Corporation
 patents

Years Active: 2015-2025

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10 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12460942 - Map system, map generating program, storage medium, on-vehicle apparatus, and server (2025-11-04),
2. 12190596 - Vehicle apparatus, vehicle program and recoding media thereof (2025-01-07),
3. 10406994 - In-vehicle camera and vehicle control system (2019-09-10),
4. 10377322 - In-vehicle camera and vehicle control system (2019-08-13),
5. 10046716 - In-vehicle camera and vehicle control system (2018-08-14),
6. 9690997 - Recognition object detecting apparatus (2017-06-27),
7. 9626570 - Vehicle control system and image sensor (2017-04-18),
8. 9493108 - Apparatus for detecting other vehicle lights and light control apparatus for vehicles (2016-11-15),
9. 9469242 - Headlamp light distribution control device (2016-10-18),
10. 8953839 - Recognition object detecting apparatus (2015-02-10),

Title: Kentarou Shiota: Innovator in Mapping Technology

Introduction

Kentarou Shiota is a prominent inventor based in Nagoya, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of mapping technology, holding a total of 10 patents. His work focuses on developing advanced systems that enhance vehicle navigation and mapping capabilities.

Latest Patents

Kentarou Shiota's latest patents include a map system, a map generating program, a storage medium, an on-vehicle apparatus, and a server. The map system he developed features a vehicle apparatus that is mounted to a vehicle. This system includes an imaging apparatus that captures images of the surrounding area. The server generates maps using data from feature points extracted from these images. An integrating unit weighs the data from multiple vehicle apparatuses to create a comprehensive map.

Another notable patent involves a vehicle program and recording media. This invention includes a travelling route recognition unit that identifies the vehicle's route based on images captured by an imaging apparatus. The system classifies the route into predetermined road models and extracts necessary edge points to generate travelling route parameters. These parameters are then transmitted to the server for further processing.

Career Highlights

Kentarou Shiota is currently employed at Denso Corporation, a leading company in automotive technology. His innovative work has positioned him as a key figure in the development of advanced mapping systems for vehicles.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Kentarou has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Toshikazu Murao and Takayuki Kimura. Their combined expertise has contributed to the success of various projects within the company.

Conclusion

Kentarou Shiota's contributions to mapping technology have significantly advanced vehicle navigation systems. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to shape the future of automotive 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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