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Yokohama, Japan

Kitsutaro Amano

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Kokusai Denshin Denwa Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 1976-1984.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kitsutaro Amano. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kitsutaro-amano

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 6

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 102(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokohama, JA (1976 - 1977)
  • Yokohama, JP (1982 - 1984)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal6 out of 339 
 
Kokusai Denshin Denwa Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 1976-1984

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 4484144 - Semiconductor light amplifier (1984-11-20),
2. 4422718 - Submarine optical fiber cable (1983-12-27),
3. 4349243 - Optical fiber submarine cable (1982-09-14),
4. 4057835 - System for converting number of lines of television signal (1977-11-08),
5. 3970776 - System for converting the number of lines of a television signal (1976-07-20),
6. 3940555 - Picture signal transmission system (1976-02-24),

Title: Kitsutaro Amano: Innovator in Semiconductor Technology

Introduction

Kitsutaro Amano is a prominent inventor based in Yokohama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His work has had a profound impact on various technological advancements.

Latest Patents

Amano's latest patents include a semiconductor light amplifier, which features an active layer that performs light amplification intermittently. This amplification is synchronized with the clock timing of an input light pulse train, enhancing the efficiency of the device. Another notable invention is a submarine optical fiber cable designed to withstand high water pressure. This cable utilizes low-loss optical fiber as a transmission medium and is equipped with a cylindrical pressure-resisting layer composed of three long segments, ensuring the protection of the optical fiber within.

Career Highlights

Kitsutaro Amano is associated with Kokusai Denshin Denwa Kabushiki Kaisha, a company known for its innovations in telecommunications. His work at the company has been instrumental in advancing semiconductor technologies and optical communications.

Collaborations

Amano has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Hiroshi Sasaki and Yukio Nakagome. Their combined expertise has contributed to the successful development of various technologies in the field.

Conclusion

Kitsutaro Amano's contributions to semiconductor technology and optical communications are noteworthy. His innovative patents and collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing technology in meaningful ways.

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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