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Kawasaki, Japan

Koji Niwa

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Canon Kabushiki Kaisha. Active years: 2016-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Koji Niwa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/koji-niwa

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 8 

% Patents Active = 75.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.1

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kawasaki, JP (2016 - 2018)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2022 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 93,136 
 
Canon Kabushiki Kaisha
 patents

Years Active: 2016-2024

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12137151 - Device management system, information processing device, device, device management method, and medium (2024-11-05),
2. 11838476 - Information processing apparatus that conditionally prohibits setting a relay system as an image data transfer destination, control method thereof, and storage medium (2023-12-05),
3. 11606469 - Image processing system that computerizes document, control method thereof, and storage medium (2023-03-14),
4. 11228687 - Image processing system that computerizes document, control method thereof, and storage medium (2022-01-18),
5. 10019212 - Printing apparatus that decompresses and updates software installed therein, method of controlling the same, and storage medium (2018-07-10),
6. 9792107 - Image forming apparatus that performs firmware update, control method therefor, and storage medium (2017-10-17),
7. 9317281 - Information processing apparatus, program update method for information processing apparatus, and storage medium (2016-04-19),
8. 9229815 - Information processing apparatus, program update method, and program (2016-01-05),

Title: Koji Niwa: Innovator in Device Management Systems

Introduction

Koji Niwa is a prominent inventor based in Kawasaki, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of device management, holding a total of 8 patents. His work focuses on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of device management systems.

Latest Patents

Niwa's latest patents include a variety of innovative technologies. One of his notable inventions is a device management system that comprises a device management service to perform device management. This system allows devices to transmit registration requests to the management service, which then determines whether the device can be registered as a shared device. If not, the service notifies the device that it can be registered as a private device, allowing for user authentication and secure registration.

Another significant patent is for an information processing apparatus that conditionally prohibits setting a relay system as an image data transfer destination. This invention ensures that even in the event of a failure in a relay system or cloud service, image data transmitted from a multifunction peripheral is not lost. The apparatus performs display control of a user interface to set alternative transfer destinations, enhancing data security and reliability.

Career Highlights

Koji Niwa is currently employed at Canon Inc., a leading company in imaging and printing technologies. His work at Canon has allowed him to develop and refine his innovative ideas, contributing to the company's reputation for excellence in technology.

Collaborations

Niwa collaborates with various professionals in his field, including his coworker Kotaro Matsuda. Their combined expertise fosters an environment of innovation and creativity, leading to the development of cutting-edge technologies.

Conclusion

Koji Niwa's contributions to device management systems exemplify his dedication to innovation and technology. His patents reflect a commitment to improving device reliability and user experience. Through his work at Canon, he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the field of information processing and device management.

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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