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Kobe, Japan

Koichi Shinohara

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1980-2005.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Koichi Shinohara. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/koichi-shinohara

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15

% Patents Active = 86.7

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.3

ph-index = 9

Forward Citations = 241(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kobe, JP (1980 - 1991)
  • Hyogo, JP (1984 - 2004)
  • Ibaragi, JP (2005)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal15 out of 27,375 
 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1980-2005

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6965492 - Rotor assembly, information-recording/-reproducing device using the rotor assembly and method of assembling the rotor assembly (2005-11-15),
2. 6826018 - Disk drive with head supporting device (2004-11-30),
3. 5023739 - Tape cassette with a trapping layer having a corrosiveness which is (1991-06-11),
4. 4673617 - Thin film magnetic recording media (1987-06-16),
5. 4645703 - Magnetic recording medium (1987-02-24),
6. 4564549 - Magnetic recording media and process for fabricating the same (1986-01-14),
7. 4540618 - Magnetic recording medium (1985-09-10),
8. 4514451 - Polyester substrate for magnetic recording medium having oligomer (1985-04-30),
9. 4450186 - Method and device for manufacturing magnetic recording medium (1984-05-22),
10. 4393091 - Method of vacuum depositing a layer on a plastic film substrate (1983-07-12),
11. 4386113 - Method of making a magnetic recording medium (1983-05-31),
12. 4380211 - Vacuum evaporation system for deposition of thin films (1983-04-19),
13. 4323629 - Metallic thin film magnetic recording medium (1982-04-06),
14. 4239835 - Magnetic recording medium (1980-12-16),
15. 4220117 - Apparatus for fabrication of magnetic recording media (1980-09-02),

Title: Koichi Shinohara: Innovator in Information-Recording Technology

Introduction

Koichi Shinohara is a prominent inventor based in Kobe, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of information-recording technology, holding a total of 15 patents. His innovative designs have paved the way for advancements in various recording devices.

Latest Patents

Shinohara's latest patents include a rotor assembly and an information-recording/-reproducing device utilizing this rotor assembly. The information-recording/-reproducing device features a rotor assembly formed of a disc portion with an information recording layer on its main surface, connected to a rotating axle. This design allows for efficient rotation and recording capabilities. Another notable patent is a disk drive with a head supporting device, which includes a recording medium and a support arm that can rotate in multiple directions. This design enhances the functionality and compatibility of disk drives with memory cards.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Shinohara has worked at Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., where he has been instrumental in developing cutting-edge technologies. His work has significantly impacted the industry, leading to more efficient and reliable information-recording devices.

Collaborations

Shinohara has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Takashi Fujita and Takashi Suzuki. Their combined expertise has contributed to the success of various projects and innovations within the company.

Conclusion

Koichi Shinohara's contributions to information-recording technology have established him as a key figure in the field. His innovative patents and collaborative efforts continue to influence advancements in recording devices.

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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