Kichinosuke Hirokawa

This inventor holds 10 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2021-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 10 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 100.0

EPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.3

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 5(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kawasaki, JP (2021 - 2024)
Tokyo, JP (2024)

Company Filing History:

10 out of 92,799

Canon Kabushiki Kaisha

patents

Years Active: 2021-2026

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10 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12673500 - Liquid supply apparatus, printing system, and printing apparatus (2026-07-07),

2. 12668062 - Liquid supply apparatus, printing system, and printing apparatus (2026-06-30),

3. 12605938 - Liquid supply apparatus (2026-04-21),

4. 12030309 - Printing apparatus, carriage apparatus, and control method (2024-07-09),

5. 11999175 - Printing apparatus and carriage apparatus (2024-06-04),

6. 11929655 - Transport system and processing system (2024-03-12),

7. 11926152 - Printing apparatus and carriage apparatus (2024-03-12),

8. 11557954 - Transport system, processing system, and article manufacturing method (2023-01-17),

9. 10965201 - Transport system, processing system and manufacturing method of article (2021-03-30),

10. 10951092 - Transport system, carriage, positioning apparatus, processing system, and positioning method (2021-03-16),

Title: Kichinosuke Hirokawa: Innovator in Printing Technology

Introduction

Kichinosuke Hirokawa is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of printing technology, holding a total of seven patents. His innovative designs and methods have advanced the capabilities of printing apparatuses, making them more efficient and effective.

Latest Patents

Hirokawa's latest patents include a printing apparatus and a carriage apparatus with a control method. The printing apparatus features a carriage equipped with a printing unit that performs printing on a print medium. It utilizes a first motor to move the carriage and a second motor that works in conjunction with the first motor. The control unit is designed to manage both motors, applying different control amounts to each, maintaining a predetermined ratio between them. Another patent focuses on a printing apparatus that includes a carriage, a belt, and two motors that drive the belt in a widthwise direction. The control unit in this design initiates movement from a stopped state, adjusting the torque of the second motor to enhance performance.

Career Highlights

Hirokawa is currently employed at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha, a leading company in imaging and printing solutions. His work has been instrumental in developing advanced printing technologies that cater to various market needs. His innovative spirit and technical expertise have positioned him as a key player in the industry.

Collaborations

Hirokawa has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Ryota Okazaki and Takeshi Yamamoto. Their combined efforts have led to the successful development of cutting-edge printing technologies that continue to shape the industry.

Conclusion

Kichinosuke Hirokawa's contributions to printing technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor. His work at Canon Kabushiki Kaisha exemplifies the impact of innovation in enhancing printing solutions.